Friday, July 25, 2014

Determination is the word of the day!

It will be 14 weeks tomorrow since I broke my wrist and I will tell you truthfully it has been a struggle in more ways than you can imagine , you never realize what you have until it is taken away and not having the use of my right hand has not been easy but I knew I had to persevere to get back to normal. I am far from that yet BUT and I emphasize that But I am improving , slowly but surely . I am not a quiter  so a week or more ago I seen a post by Dolores about a free crazy quilting class and I inquired and signed up , crazy , maybe, but the way I looked at it if I dont at least try I can never regain my hand coordination so sign up I did. I gathered my supplies first ....
This is not everything I need but a good start , then I had to post this on the special blog that our instructor Kathy of Shawl Designs has set up for the participants of this class . Once I posted this Kathy sent the next step by email and last night it took me about one hour to cut the paper templates apart , geez it hurt ...
This morning I had the task of taking those templates and cutting them from fabric , ouch again but with determination and slowly but surely they were all cut using my rotary cutter that has sat idle all these months . Next task was to sew these together , almost painless , yeah!!
Here is my prepared block, I may have messed up as I cut the templates by placing them on the right side of the fabric so they are in reverse of the way they may have been meant to be but believe me I will not be recutting them at this time . Next will come the challenge of doing the embroidery but I figure if I take my time I can handle that one stitch at a time so I want to thank Dolores for getting me back on track , I have a long way to go yet but this is in the right direction and their is a smile on my face .
 I think the most important lesson I learned from this break is to appreciate what you have , you never know when things can change and it is a long road to recovery both physically and mentally . Also use a step stool not a chair ;-)
 Thanks for stopping by and come back soon to see my progress.
 hugs Sheila

32 comments:

  1. That's wonderful Sheila... you should pat yourself on the back for the effort. And you did a marvellous job too...so WeLL DoNe ! :)
    Keep on improving...

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  2. I'm so glad you were finally able to do something! It looks like a fun project too! :0)

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  3. I can relate to a recovery. Take baby steps and work those 'tasks' in to a physical therapy is a good thing.

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  4. Hey, I'm in Kathy's Crazy Quilt class, too! And yes, my block turned our reversed, too. She told me it would be fine, not to redo it. This is actually my second time in the class, because I didn't finish last time. We can cheer each other on.

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  5. Good for you for getting back into sewing. Take it slow and good luck. You picked an interesting project for your return.

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  6. Well, if truth be told, I posted it because I saw it on another Toronto blogger's blog. She had taken the beginners course in March and is now doing the intermediate one. So, that's what we have to look forward to once we're done this.
    Take it easy, there's no hurry.

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  7. Whoops, I forgot to mention - I fixed the photo problem on my blog.

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  8. Sew happy you are able to get back to your stitching Sheila. Good luck.

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  9. Hang in there, the hard work of physical therapy will pay off. I broke my wrist and it took a full year before I could touch my quilting so you are so much farther along than I was. And it does make one really appreciate what they have when they loose it. Hope you are stitching away again soon!

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  10. I'm so happy that you have found something that tempts you enough to get you out there trying. You will improve! Hang in there and know that we are rooting for you.

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  11. So pleased to know you are making some progress! Keep up the good work.

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  12. It does seem so long Sheila and hopefully it will be a lot better soon... sounds like a good idea to at least start doing something even if it goes slowly... just not too much????
    Hugz

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  13. Been following your blog for a little while, so thought it's time I said something! Well done on your wrist, the strength will come back although it may take a little while. A few years ago while visiting Canada I had the misfortune to fall and break my left wrist (not a good holiday souvenir, let me tell you) and it's fine now......although life was a wee bit boring for a few months.

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  14. Good on you Sheila for having a go. You have done so well. Hope your wrist continues to improve, go slowly and you will get there in the end. hugs.....

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  15. Hi Sheila,
    I love your crazy block!! I'm happy you are back to sew.... - Happy sewing dear friend!!
    Hugs
    Deborah

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  16. I've always wanted to make a crazy quilt w/embellishments. Good job prepping! Don't overdo it.

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  17. So pleased to see that your wrist is on the mend. Your crazy block looks lovely in those fabrics. Just remember not to over do it.
    Valspierssews

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  18. So glad to see ur finally on the mend and beginning to quilt again! Good luck in ur class :). Crazy quilting can be so freeing and creative and FUN!!

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  19. it all has to start somewhere, Sheila. and the block looks great! Take care

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  20. Your block looks great. I am sorry to hear you are still suffering pain

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  21. Glad to see you are able to be creative again - even if the steps are small you will get there I am sure.

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  22. I am sure it feels great to be back doing some sewing...even if it hurts a little!
    I am looking forward to seeing how this crazy quilt comes along..I have always loved the look, but never tried it.

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  23. Brilliant Sheila! So glad you are back to creating, even though it is slow. I am really pleased for you. There is a little something in the post for you which I hope you will be able to make use of - I think you have been amazing. Good luck with the crazy. xx

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  24. Fabulous Sheila.... I am sew pleased to see you doing some sewing again and using that hand... Your block looks great and reverse doesn't matter..

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  25. I'm so happy to hear about your progress. I like the concept of taking it one stitch at a time. This was a great starter up project to pick.

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  26. You block looks fabulous. Take it slow & easy. Hugs,xx

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  27. That will be a good way to exercise your wrist. Just take it slow and listen to it when you need to stop.

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  28. So good to hear you are starting to improve and get back to normal. Your block looks beautiful, well done!! xx

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  29. Estou muito feliz com o seu progresso! Parabéns!
    Um abraço!
    I am very happy with your progress! Congratulations!
    Hugs!

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  30. I feel for you Sheila, and hope that you continue to improve. When you have finished this project it will be a good reminder of your determination and your journey and you will look on it with pride. Your block looks great so far, even if it is back to front!

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  31. Well done!!! That's the best pt-the one that inspires you to keep trying and to keep going so that you can do something that you love. Best wishes on a complete recovery. You're so right about treasuring what you have because life may not be the same in the future....
    Take care.

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  32. I'm so proud of you for not giving up. This course is a wonderful idea and just the boost you need to get moving again. Take your time and enjoy the process.

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