Hi Teresa,
California Bags and Mask!
Photo Finish Friday (Sat)
Hi all. I hopped an airplane again yesterday to spend today with Bagette Dad while he is still in the hospital. Once they move him to rehab he can’t have visitors. I’m sporting one of my favorite Harmony masks and appropriate airplane earrings a dear friend gave me for Christmas. Keep those thoughts and prayers coming for my Dad. AND, A HUGE THANK YOU to all of you that sent cards and greetings. He LOVES them all!!!!! XOXO—Teresa
Upcycled Bricks!
This Kenyan woman recycles plastic waste into bricks that are stronger than concrete. I love this! How incredible to take waste and turn it into a useful product. My Green Bag Lady heart is singing. Read the entire article HERE. Cheers! Teresa
Pants Bag!
11 years ago I made a bag for Harmony out of an old pair of Bagette Dad's pants. She found these pics and I had to share them again. She's still using that bag! Love it! :) Teresa
Today
So here I am at 52 today and tiny me at maybe 6, not sure. I went to MN this past weekend to visit Bagette Dad in the hospital. He seems to be on the upswing today but had a rough week last week. Please keep the thoughts and prayers coming, they are needed and greatly appreciated. He is getting great care and me and my siblings are all taking turns to be with him. What a crazy trip around the sun this last year has been, here's hoping that the next one is much more calm. XOXO to you all! Teresa
PS-If you would like to send Bagette Dad a card (he LOVES the ones he has gotten), please email me for the address: teresa(at)vanhatten(dot)com
Workday Wednesday
UPDATE: New Zealand Chapter
Look at all these great things that Olive makes from SCRAPS! I'm inspired to start going through my scrap bin. They look lovely Olive, keep up the fabulous sewing! Teresa
I've been making some pouches and bags for community with excess fabric and left over blocks and quilts.Bagette Olive
Coordinator, New Zealand
UPDATE: Nederland, COLORADO Chapter
What pretty bags that Janet has made! I'm sure the people who get these are thrilled to pieces. Keep up the sewing Janet, you are making a difference--Teresa
I just made 20 more bags, 11 of which I am giving to Mountain Peak Life for the volunteers, cooks, etc. who provide (and deliver) meals to the senior citizens in Nederland. I am one of those recipients.UPDATE: Kyle, TEXAS Chapter
Wowweee! Look at all these cute bags from Jessie and the fabulous dress she made herself too. Such talent in one person! Keep up the great work making and handing out those bags. Love it! Teresa
Photo Finish Friday
This girl is blooming in my house right now and it's making me so happy. I've had this orchid for a couple of years and each time I think it's not going to bloom anymore it manages to surprise me. Some bright lime and yellow for a gloomy, super cold winter day! Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Valentine's day to all you sweeties. XOXO--Teresa