Hello, friends, and thanks so much for stopping by to read the Saturday Seven 299: Lifestyle & More for Quilters Post. I have a fun roundup of links and ideas to share with you this weekend. I hope you’re able to get some creative things accomplished as well as be able to spend a little time relaxing!
Saturday Seven 299: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
1. Self-Care
I love journaling and feel like it is one of the best forms of “self-care.” So this article on “Tips for Building a Writing Routine” is perfect for increasing or incorporating journal writing into your daily rhythms. I also loved these “7 Tips for a Slow & Intentional Day.”
2. Recipes to Try
I absolutely can’t wait to try this Blueberry Corn Salad with Honey Basil Vinaigrette! Seriously, it looks so good 🙂 And this Shrimp Pasta Salad recipe is very similar to the one I make for family gatherings. It’s peach season here, and I can’t wait to try this No-Bake Peaches and Cream Dessert.
3. Quilt + Sew
Chelsi is sharing a final video today for her Regal Pines Sew Along before sharing her finished quilt in a few weeks. You can find it on our YouTube channel.
And I finally spent some time updating my quilt storage closets. You can see my two newly organized closets above (shelves are 20″ deep and 40″ wide). I also have an armoire with quilts and some cupboards with all of my wall hangings and table runners. Additionally, I do have several quilt ladders and quilts on the wall. But it felt so good to get these quilt closets organized so I can find things quickly. Time Spent: approximately 6 hours!
4. Productivity
I was able to get a re-stock of my A Quilting Life Planner & Workbook! Find them now in the shop here. Additionally, I loved this post: “Do One Thing: How to Dramatically Simplify Your To-Do List.” (It’s definitely a good thing to try if you’re feeling overwhelmed). (Also, if you love planning and productivity, I will have some great resources for you soon)!
5. National Jelly Roll Day
National Jelly Roll Day is coming on Saturday, September 16th. And this year I have a fun new sampler for you to sew: my Jelly Roll Sampler. I’ve just added the pattern to my shop in paper and PDF. It’s perfect for your favorite Jelly Roll (shh…this pattern also works with a Layer Cake with a bit more cutting). Find it in the shop for 20% off this week only!
6. Book & Podcast Recommendations
This week Cal Newport shares all things Time Management on this episode. (The Second edition of his Time Block Planner is available now, too. (This undated planner has two pages a day with a two-page spread for weekends–perfect for anyone who wants to record a lot of notes in their planning). And this episode from The Productive Woman will help you with Overcoming Productivity Obstacles.
7. Earlier this Week on the Blog
Below you’ll find links to the posts from earlier this week on the blog!
Thanks so much for stopping by to read the Saturday Seven 299: Lifestyle & More for Quilters post. If you are looking for more similar inspiration, you can find all of the previous posts in this series here.
Happy quilting!
julie kaplan says
reading your saturday posts with my cup of coffee is a great way to start my saturdays. thank you, sherri, for your ability to constantly motivate. i need all the help i can get with time management, and the articles you included on that subject addressed how and what i need to do to become more productive.
i hope you have a terrific weekend!
dianne marangio says
I love love love your storage closets. What a sense of accomplishment you must get when you open up that collections closet! And such a blessing to have so many older family quilts. Thank you for the continuing inspiration.
julie kaplan says
hi sherri…..julie again…..i forgot to tell you that your storage closets look fabulous! you have quite the collection of quilts! you are sew fortunate.
i have a question…..i really like the gray cutting mat that is on your cutting table. what manufacturer is it from; and would you recommend it? thank you for all you do!
Marilyn says
My sister and I are just over the top in love with the Strawberry Lemonade collection looking it up DAILEY just to dream! Thanking both you and Chelsi for sharing your unique creativity with the rest of the world! Looking forward to receiving four patterns from you so we can begin planning our quilts using this collection! You really hit it out of the ballpark with Strawberry Lemonade AND the patterns with it! Thank you!