Bits and Pieces

I've been piecing and quilting all weekend and today.  I need to finish trimming threads and take some photos before I post the final product.  I didn't realize how big and heavy it was going to be.  I suppose most quilt makers have an idea if not an exact understanding of how big their quilts are going to be before they start.  For me it is a total surprise.  Anyway this big boy (and it is a boy quilt) will be great at picnics and campfires.  Here are some photos (for now) of things that surrounded me while I worked.  I apologize if you saw these on Facebook already.  I wanted to share to many audiences.  Now I've overstated their significance.