monthly goal and mini

even though it wasn't an official goal, emptying the scrap basket was a necessity....it went from overflow to this...

so almost done....lurking at the bottom were some fussy cut pieces of christmas elves that got put here because "somebody" cut them wrong for a previous project....who could that be?  anyway, i knew i wanted to use them as they were so darn cute, and that day arrived friday.....

a little christmas topper ready to quilt....it did generate a few more scraps but the basket bottom is clearly within reach....and july OMG has been accomplished!

my beloved new england sampler is the oldest UFO no longer....i just plain love how it turned out...not large enough for a bed quilt, it'll go on the wall when i get to a real home with effective management and respectful neighbors....soon i hope.   working on the viney border ignited an enjoyment for applique not previously known....thinking of maybe a kim mclean pattern in my future....

last but not least is the monthly mini....while the blue solid scraps were floating around, sewed up this little mini...machine quilted....not much stash busted but every bit helps the cause....

and that's how it is this last day of july....i am linking up with "one monthly goal" and wendy's "monthly mini" so hop on over and check out what others have finished!  PT is in full swing....cane walking in the apartment but not yet outdoors....farmers' market overflowing with delish produce so i'm trying new dishes and enjoying old favorites...week-long break from oppressive heat and humidity with temps LOWER than norm for a change....have put away some of the ADL aids no longer need....getting some house chores done...and as always, busy with needle and thread....my entire family is enjoying a season of blessings and we are all so thankful!