AN AHA STORY ENDING IN A GIVEAWAY!!!

Since my hubby came home this week after a very long road trip for work, I finally had a day to shop at my own pace!!

I had these Kaffe dots, but needed these...

and some of this...

and some of this...

and this...

so I could think of doing this...

Then, in the middle of a quilt shop, in an excited spin in front of the luscious flannels, I remembered the "little" quilt I worked on this week.

My hand, red like a STOP sign. A string tied around my finger to help me remember to be in the moment, to wake up, to realize what it is I am doing. 

And I thought, "Right NOW, do I need more fabric?"

Probably not, I thought, as this shelf came to mind.

Ahhhh...

I got quiet and realized that some new fabric is fun, and since I already had some, what was it I really needed in that moment?

And at that moment, when I slowed down enough to hear, I realized what I needed right NOW was some quiet...not fabric. 

So, I went to read my new magazine in front of a peacefull pond with ducks. 

When I got home, instead of thinking what I usually think, "Ugh, my play time is up already?" 

I thought, "Yes, I am ready and able. I am glad to be home."

 In the NOW I embraced another opportunity to grow!

Since I need some room to grow, I decided to share some of my black and whites with you!!!!!!!

I have this pile...

this pile...

and this pile!

Three bundles of eight pieces - fat quarters and 1/2 yards.

As I was shopping, I was shocked to see fabric at 12.10$ a yard. 

I am curious what you are doing. 

Are you paying that much? Do you shop online? Are you only using your stash?

One chance to win if you leave a comment. 

Another chance if you are already or become a follower.

Overseas quilters are welcome to play too!!!

Winner announced next Sunday.

(a frosty smile from inside of the minivan!)