24th Anniversary Shop Hop

May 12th is our 24th wedding anniversary. I can't believe that is has been that long that we have been married, especially since I am just in my 30's - lol! We planned an overnight stay on friday night at a wonderful bed and breakfast using a gift certificate we received as a Christmas gift from my parents. When we were getting ready to leave I sweetly said that I had a great idea of something we could do on our way to the B & B. My husband said "let me guess - does it start with a Q?" !! How did he know?!? Well, of course I was trying to put a fast one over on him and sneak in a Quilt Shop Hop!! I explained that it was only 6 quick stops and they were "on our way" (not totally the truth!) and we could do 4 stops on our way there and 2 stops on our way home. And then I quickly told him about the book stores that I would drop him off at while I was in the quilt stores, and the quaint cafe that we would have lunch in. How did I come up with that idea on the spot?!? It wasn't like I had spent a lot of time plotting and hatching this plan! I guess that is where the 24 years of experience comes into play!

Here are the goodies I received on the Shop Hop. At each store I was given a strip of fabric - red, green yellow, and purples. At the last shop I received a tote bag pattern, batting and backing, and this adorable Needlework Diva panel. I can't wait to sew my new tote bag. Thanks to the shop owners for this treat - it certainly made my 24th anniversary memorable! And of course because I have been quilting so long, I was certain to met some Shop Hopping friends along the way and enjoyed some quick visits at almost every store. I'm so glad there was a good turnout - maybe the rainy, cold weather was helpful for attendance. You can see my finished project from the Spring Shop Hop 2007 by clicking here.

Of course I had to pick up a little something at each stop and here is a photo of some of my new supplies. I got two kits that were on sale - one is a baby quilt that I will make for a friend, and all the other stuff I bought were either fantastic prices (couldn't resist) or "necessary" to finish ongoing projects.

I only had one Shop Hop mishap...I dropped my Shop Hop passport into the freshly baked cherry pie we bought at the mennonite bakery! Oh my - I licked it off and tried to make sure it didn't stick onto any fabric! Thanks to Leslie for accepting my gooey cherry covered passport!