Man in the Kitchen has finally arrived!

My latest pattern has finally hit the store shelf's, and I couldn't be more thrilled! The pattern includes; oven mitts- in 2 sizes, 2 sizes of bow ties and the Apron from childs size 2 to adult size large (and includes instructions on how to make this pattern as XL as you would like).

While this is a very simple pattern, I must admit it took me forever to get it right where I wanted it.

Everyone wants to know who is that handsome guy - so I introduce to you my brother in law James.

Thank you to James for doing something I know he wasn't entirely comfortable with!

I apologize for my intermittent appearances on this blog. This weekend my daughter and husband and I attended the quilt show, Road to California, it felt wonderful to reconnect with many of my quilt world customers and friends! My health is not the strongest - and I am amazed that a Quilt show can revive me better than anything else! Thank you!!

I am happy to report that I have been invited to participate in several new projects (I will direct you to them when I can).

With new motivation and gratitude; I wish you all a terrific, and crafty New Year!

jan

I love these vintage scenes

My wonderful seamstress Lettie brought this Very Vintage Apron over yesterday, I just adore the vintage pockets. I have to say I am a softie for all things children and family!

Flirty Skirty samples

Aprons for sale..

I am going to be posting some Aprons and fabric choices for a few customers, so just ignore this if its not for you. Fabric combos and Aprons photos are being taken now and will post throughout the day....
jan

Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful thanksgiving adventure! We spent our holiday in Ann Arbor, Michigan, visiting our daughter and son in law.

It was a great adventure and such fun to be together exploring the area and doing all the fun cooking and eating!

The kids stayed up late every night playing a new game "Settlers of Catan." Our time together was amazing, the flight home was a story for another day! My back does not like airplanes - but it was still worth the trip.

Allegro Fabrics, Lilly and Ebony sauces up my Tea Party pattern!

I had to share this darling rendition of my

Mother Daughter Tea Party pattern.

Linda at AllegroFabrics.com,

creates an sells the most beautiful children's clothes under the label of Lily and Ebony.

She has the most beautiful selection of fabrics and also carries darling children's patterns. Including my Apron Lady patterns!

Keep an eye on her site, she has all the latest fun patterns!

Patricia's Fish Tacos

Patricia is from Costa Rica and the most amazing cook. I just have to share her Fish Taco recipe.
Sorry there is no photo, we ate them too quick!

Fish Tacos
4 pieces of Catfish
marinade:
1t Worcestershire sauce
1/4 c Dijon mustard
1 t Tabasco sauce (or more for your taste)
salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cornmeal
1/4c-1/2c Olive Oil

Soak catfish in marinade for 2 to three hours, covered in refrigerator.
After marinading fish; roll in cornmeal, then drop in simmering Olive Oil
(medium heat), cook 2-3 minutes on each side depending of the thickness of the fish.
Drain fish on a paper towel.
Serve with salsa, sliced avocado, and Patricia's special mix of 1 part Mayo and 2 parts lime juice.

Along side of this we had my homemade sour cream white bread and strawberry jam.
I will save the bread recipe for another day......it is defiantly worth waiting for!!
Jan