A Stitch in Time. . .

I wanted to do something with the sides of my towels for months, but I kept putting it off. I'd simply snipped the loose threads and put the towels back in the linen closet and in the bathroom. I told myself that I'd repair them someday. However, when I took the towels out of the dryer yesterday, I decided that "someday" was now.
The towels themselves are in good shape, but the selvage is worn and the fraying is getting worse.

Instead of attaching a binding that some other blogs have suggested, I simply turned the edge over and used a decorative stitch.
The stitches all but disappear on the front of the towel and are not that visible on the back.

The repaired towels are ready to return to active duty. Their life span has been increased, and my wallet has been spared the expense of replacing the towels.

Eagle's Flight

Eagle's Flight was created in honor of Independence Day for the West Coast Oddball Knitters' Project.

Do Petunias Grow on Trees?

In Wyoming they do.

Even though it is early Summer, the "petunia tree" at my bank looks great.

By August, the plants will be filled out even more, and the tree will be even more beautiful. The "tree" has individual rings for the pots of petunias and each pot has a tube that provides water.

I'd love to have one of these in my yard, but can you imagine trying to "dead head" all those plants?

Lily of the Valley-update

Lily of the Valley is finished.

I had a great time making this preemie blanket for the West Coast Oddball Knitters. Nearly all of the knitting was done during my volunteer shifts at the hospital, and frequently, people asked to have a closer look at the blanket and the pattern.

Acknowledging Comments

Wyoming Breezes allows me to share my failures and successes with anyone who cares to read or view them. I want to thank those who follow my blog, but most of all, I want to thank those who take the time to leave a comment, a word of advice, a pat on the back, a thought to ponder, a question, or a memory from their own life. I enjoy every one of your thoughts.

I'll respond if the commenter's email is available or if the commenter has enabled the email to be linked. I'd like to acknowledge your thoughts, so if you haven't received a response from me, it is because I don't have your email address.

The following individuals left at least one comment on Wyoming Breezes in June; some left several. You might enjoy reading some of their blogs, viewing some of the fabulous photos, and discovering new ideas. (Names are listed in random order) Leave them a comment or two: I know they will appreciate it.

WoolWinder
Mary
AuburnChick
Kathy
QuilterKathy
Colleen
Lulu
Elaine
Lori
Marcia
Alycia
Belinda
Changes in the Wind
Emily
Kathy
Homeschool101
Jen
KnitnutKaren
Mildred
Melisa (and Frankie)
Nat Red Knits
JeannieTX
PurlingKitten (I don't think she has a blog)
Sarita (I don't think she has a blog)

I love to hear from my readers, so please leave a comment when you have the time.

Mailbox Treats

Lori, Dakota City Quilter, volunteers at the Lewis and Clark Visitor's Center. On her blog she posted about her new moveable mailbox (pictured at left) and asked if anyone would help her try it out.

I have a small collection of postcards and thought it would be fun to exchange, and it would give her new mailbox a workout.

On Thursday a package arrived, not just the expected postcard. Inside, of course, was the promised postcard but also some brochures on the dam and recreational area (it looks like a fabulous area), and some luscious fabric (a fat quarter and some "noodles"). It was a wonderful surprise.

Thanks Lori, look for something in your mailbox soon.

Flying High

Happy Independence Day

If you are an American and have a flag, I hope that it is flying proudly today.

Regardless of what nationality you are, if you don't have a flag for your home or apartment, please consider buying one and put it out every sunny day.

Nothing stirs my blood and creates a lump of pride in my throat like a flag snapping in the breeze.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday.