summer time blues

This summer was not only super busy, but also too short!  I feel like it should be spring time still.  This summer I got quite a bit of sewing done.  I made some birthday presents:

Such as... this paper pieced bag: 

And this apron:

I managed to push out this last minute gem in about 24 hours:

Along with embroidery work on the back (my best so far)...

And I have managed to start planning for Christmas.  This guy is going to be a king sized quilt for friends in Alaska.  It has a cool blue, watery feel to the fabrics and design.  I am excited to see the final outcome.