We
just returned from the best campout with my two brothers and their
families. Isaac set up a kitchen to feed an army, complete with
stovetop, grill, wash tubs, canopy & a tank of water for clean up.
Fortunately for the rest of us, he also set up a hammock with its own
canopy, so we could leisurely ooo & ahh at him while he cooked all
of our meals -- almost. Cooking is Isaac's favorite pastime on
campouts. I prefer laziness (fatigue-ziness really -- I'm not the best
tent-sleeper), so it works out well all around.
We cooked, we ate, we sat about and we fished. Then we repeated. I haven't done that much sitting about for years.
Best Fishing Tip: If you're fishing to make memories for a pack of little kids, pick up a tub of live worms. The worms will keep the younger kids engaged while the older kids have their turn at the poles. By the time we left yesterday, all remaining worms were claimed & named. Every child left happy as could be, fish or no fish.
Nothing like a bit of grime & a hot tent to help you appreciate a warm shower & clean sheets. Works every time. Camping is great that way.
Giveaway News: Thank you to everyone who participated in my Store Giveaway Promotion from the June Newsletter. Congratulations to Jennifer Dessert for winning the stack of Freshcut fabrics & strawberry pincushion above. If you'd like to find out first about future giveaways, tutorials, products & company news, sign up for the Heather Bailey Newsletter here.
That strawberry pincushion is ridiculously adorable....love it!
Posted by: Larissa | July 20, 2009 at 02:59 PM
These boots rock!
Posted by: kelley@myislandwedding | July 20, 2009 at 03:21 PM
When I was a little girl my mother made little strawberries like that...it brought back a flood of lovely memories for me today.
:o) Hope you had a Happy Monday!
Posted by: The Redhead Riter | July 20, 2009 at 03:36 PM
Hi...I've visiting you via the book "Blogging for Bliss"...I've enjoyed my visit and signed up for your newsletter.
Have a great evening!☺
Posted by: Tammy | July 20, 2009 at 03:46 PM
Last year we went up to Alpine, AZ and fished with the kids (we however are all over the motels with kitchenettes!) They too were fascinated with worms! The worms were carried carried everywhere by the kids!
Isn't it wonderful to see the kids amazed and excited by simple things?!
Posted by: heather hales | July 20, 2009 at 04:55 PM
We also love camping and enjoy it most when we go with friends! Congratulations to Jennifer, maybe she will share what she plans to make with that great fabric!
I love the strawberry pin cushion, but am currently working on your baby stacker *so cute* for a friend!
Posted by: Kathryn | July 21, 2009 at 05:30 AM
I'm thinking we need to seriously up the ante on our camping recipes! Too bad my hubby doesn't cook. I might have to invest in the dutch oven though.
Posted by: susan@tickledpaisley | July 21, 2009 at 05:30 AM
I just read your great interview in Sew Hip, and found out you have some new patterns and fabric on the way-can't wait to see them:)
Posted by: andrea | July 21, 2009 at 06:48 AM
The Hello Kitty store is a ton of fun. There are lots of very expensive items. There was a $750 Swarovski covered penny bank. =)
Posted by: Christina | July 21, 2009 at 07:24 AM
Sounds like you had a good time relaxing! Who doesn't love naming all the worms.
Posted by: Huyen | July 21, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Glad you had a chance to sit back and relax! You are one heck of a gal ... I don't know how you do it all! You are amazing.
Janet
Posted by: Janet Doherty | July 21, 2009 at 07:13 PM
How wonderful that you were able to relax so much! I remember you writing months ago about actually sitting down on the couch, another thing that hadn't happened in awhile. A well-deserved rest!
I'm wondering if you could extend a little technical support my way. I've tried a couple of email addy's to sign up for your newsletter, but keep getting an 'already entered' response, yet I haven't received any. Thank you!
Posted by: Jennifer | July 22, 2009 at 02:38 PM
Jennifer, You may be entered into our system from an earlier store order. If you didn't opt to receive our newsletters at that time, we may have to go into your record behind the scenes and toggle a box to add you to the newsletter list. I'll need your name & email though to locate your record & figure things out. Send me an email & I'll help you sort it out.
xo--Heather
Posted by: Heather Bailey | July 22, 2009 at 03:06 PM
Camping with family is so fun, especially brothers. What a grand time!!
Posted by: pamela | July 23, 2009 at 08:56 AM
Thanks for the wonderful prize! I adore every single print and I love the pincushion. I feel so lucky, Thanks again, Jennifer D
Posted by: Jennifer | July 24, 2009 at 12:46 PM
I just found your blog and it is gorgeous!! I'll be coming back often!
Posted by: Ashley | July 24, 2009 at 01:31 PM