Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Busy today

Since I spent the biggest part of yesterday, lying around. I am now behind in my projects. I did Spackle the holes in my wall, left by me, left by old curtain rods.
Yea!!!! for me I did something.
When David came home he walked up to visit Ron while he was working. They took the old workbench off the back wall. It is now lying in the yard waiting for me to paint it or Something.
I thought paint, I am not so sure now.
Its a work bench for Pete's sake. It does not have to be great. (that is me talking to me).
Right now I have an even bigger chore. I have this king size Down, Mattress topper. It is cozy. But I do not use it on my King bed. I want to use it on the guest bed. I am thinking of cutting it down to that size. Do you think it can be done?
"Where there is a will there is a way." (another of my Moms words of wisdom).
The problem is going to be transferring all those feathers. Anyone have helpful advice? I will take all I can get. Advice or Help. Sheri, I wish you were here to help although I am sure the kids would love it more. Wallowing in feathers.
While growing up, we had a feather bed. I remember my Mom taking it outside and beating it with a broom. I never thought of that bed until yesterday.
She told me when I was born, they would lay me on it and could not see me. (I only weighed 4 pounds 6 ounces). It was vital I stay warm. Yes I was full term. So I am anxious to see what this one looks like inside.
I believe that mattress was taken apart and feather pillows made from it. That is also a good idea. (have to think on that one).
I don't have ticking so I will use muslin, doubled. We sure don't want feathers poking out.
So my day is pretty much planned. I have a few things to do.
One thing I am NOT doing is getting overtired.
Famous last words.
Blessings to all.
Sue

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Sew two seams side by side (an inch apart) before you cut it, cut between the seams you just sewed. Then take the excess and make pillows, but it will save you from having feathers everywhere.