A Day in My Life, Solar Stars, Starting Seeds and re-covering my DESIGN BOARD!

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2 жыл бұрын

I love this time of year, when the garden is slowly starting to show signs of life and it is time to plant the seeds that will be my colour and food later in the year!
In this episode from The Last Homely House I finally get round to the task I have been thinking of for months - re-covering my design boards. I use that board every day and I don't know what I would do without it! It deserves a makeover!
I hope you enjoyed this video to the end - I love my sparkly new lights!
If you celebrate Easter, I hope you had a happy one! I have been hunting eggs in the garden with my Granddaughter Agnes. This is more tiring than you might imagine!
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@thewolfethatcould8878 2 жыл бұрын

You make my heart so happy; it is difficult to put into words...thank you and your family for all the lovely inspiration and warming kindness that each of you exude.

@scanarky 2 жыл бұрын

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

@countrygal854 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you.

@chrisberry9017 2 жыл бұрын

Kate’s content is always so honest and wholesome, and at a pace of life that we can relate to. My life would certainly be poorer had I not come across her & her lovely family.

@kimcarter1810 2 жыл бұрын

I fully agree. I do enjoy her videos.

@lesleyrawlings4209 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is difficult to put into words how Kates followers feel about her.. I feel she’s a friend I’ll never meet , but have got to know, bless you Kate x

@PipPop2 2 жыл бұрын

You remind me of a lovely neighbor who lived behind us when I was a child. She was always so busy in her yard and kitchen and would invite my sister and me over to help with her chores. We were in 7th heaven! Her name was Mrs. Harrison, and although I’m 62, memories of our times together lies sweetly in my heart.💕

@bevbeck5049 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, you came in to my life quite by accident and I have now watched many of your videos. Watching you benefits me in so many ways. I love your voice, it is so peaceful and comforting. I love the size of your heart, you are so loving and generous. Agnes quilt is a work of loving stitches. You inspire me to be a better person all around. Thank you

@reginakeller3038 2 жыл бұрын

😊 Totally agree, couldn't have said it better ❣

@M0M0F2P0Ms 2 жыл бұрын

I think it would be awesome to have video of my grandma making my quilts! Agnes is so lucky!

@janellerobinson3644 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kate, for the breath of fresh air you bring to us every week. I identify with you for many reasons. Perhaps most importantly, you remind me that I can make a difference in this harsh world by being me and sharing my gifts and passions with others. You do that so beautifully. Thank you!

@Knits-WIPs-N-Chains 2 жыл бұрын

It's always a good day when I get to spend time with Kate, Anna and all of the lovely people on the LGS. 😊

@sylviasidwell8949 2 жыл бұрын

too right! so lovely to see love, care and generosity. we need this new world. nice we are all here together xx

@Charlie-cz3jh 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kate for being here for all of us on Easter. It means so much to me since I don't have a family anymore. 🐰🐼🥰

@suebarner8364 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the seed sewing Kate. This is the time of year I really miss my garden most. So I am happy to be able to spend some time in yours.

@lesleywalford4093 2 жыл бұрын

Your vertigo must be well behind you if you’re climbing tall ladders! Good to see you so well and smiling. Thank you for a really positive happy film. Xx

@Hiker_who_Sews 2 жыл бұрын

So much going on at the Last Homely House. Thanks for having me over!

@annosullivan6017 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring video as always 👏👏👏

@vickijeanne9958 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, I can't wait to see Agnes' quilt and watch you take the papers out!!!

@corriendunar3436 2 жыл бұрын

While drinking a cup a coffee, it a joy to spend sometime with you. Thank you Kate, have a lovely day 🌞🌷

@laurelrobbins8673 2 жыл бұрын

It’s so good to see flowers again - I love the Spring! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy it with you.

@marciaclifford7107 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely celebration of spring hopes with seeding, new design board covering, starry lights on your pavilion, and stitching by the fire. Lovely. Thanks, Kate!

@lanellehatcher561 2 жыл бұрын

Love your new design board! I think the two pieces separated can be beneficial in that you would have a clear separation between two projects. 🙂

@nicolapepper3354 2 жыл бұрын

What a day, brining spring lights and plant delights for the pixies, tackling tasks on the long finger a great cup of tea (or two or three) and sewing love into a quilt.

@sandramckay6305 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos. I noticed this time and I’ve noticed before whenever you are hand stitching (and petting your cats) you get a lovely peaceful look on your face. I know that nice feeling when your hands are busy and your mind is free. Thanks

@jenw1936 Жыл бұрын

It’s so good to see you my dear friend! It’s just great to see how you love what you do. Demonstrating mindfulness in action for us all! I have similar days, I’m a grandmother of two boys and just love creating gardens for them to see as well as making so many other things, and cooking, painting, potting, sewing, knitting and writing too. I think the crafts are so important especially during these uncertain Covid times. Being in the moment, creating and bringing some joy into each day. It’s just so great to see your videos, thankyou for sharing, inspiring and bringing joy Kate! 🙏🏻🌿🌟💐

@conniesimonich2327 2 жыл бұрын

I love this kind of videos. Just like the old ones. With no marketing. Thank you as I needed this today. So sweet.

@deloresrast8543 2 жыл бұрын

The design board looks great as it!!! I use the back side of a plastic tablecloth - which has flannel on it for a design board

@margaretstanton7567 2 жыл бұрын

Is that what her fabric is--felt? I don't know what she means by curtain lining, but I know what felt is. Maybe the same thing?

@therobertsuk8498 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretstanton7567 no, curtain lining is usually cotton

@margaretstanton7567 2 жыл бұрын

@@therobertsuk8498 I thought so, but how is cotton clingy enough to hold up her quilt pieces?

@AnitaSouthall 2 жыл бұрын

I will be looking out for one of those tablecloth

@susangoodwin7241 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretstanton7567 some curtain linings (especially the insulating and black-out kinds) have a back that has a bit of "tooth" to it. It would feel somewhat like fine flannel. Hope that helps.

@ndlz1 2 жыл бұрын

Productive, reflective, and peaceful. What more can a soul need?

@rosemarygilman8718 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, Kate. I just adore everything you do! With all the craziness going on in the world it is so calming and such a joy to watch you going about your day creating beautiful and useful things with kindness, gentleness and love. You are my hero/heroine! Also, I think your clothing style is great! I’m serious! When you walked into your greenhouse I just thought how cool you looked. I always love how you dress and wear your hair. You’re the best! Thank you for being you and sharing your world with us. ❤

@5kristy71 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching too, I agree to

@cherylannauditore369 2 жыл бұрын

You have absolutely no idea how incredibly wonderful it is for me to watch your videos ….you have truly become a highlight in my days!! How very lovely you are..💜Thank you

@grumpy_poo 2 жыл бұрын

A little bit of gardening... a little bit of sewing... a little bit of fairy lighting..... and a couple of cuppas..... pure contentment... Whilst you were sewing away I envisaged Agnes in later years watching all the stages of Nanna making her quilt... and all the love that went into it.

@daniellecollett5052 15 күн бұрын

That’s nice, you do enough things, your life is interesting enough that you can make videos of your days. You’re a very interesting busy person. Keep it up.

@candacenagle505 2 жыл бұрын

I love the videos where we get to watch you putzing along through your day!

@sharonrhoads2461 2 жыл бұрын

At the age of 66, I have found that finishing projects in one day can be so rewarding. I have long been one of those folks that "bite off more than I can chew" with projects. LOL. But, they get finished eventually.

@wendydawe3874 2 жыл бұрын

I look forward to Sunday afternoons when I watch your inspiring videos……I feel so much calmer. I absolutely love your natural garden which provides for the wildlife and for humans. We all need to stop and take in what Mother Nature has so generously given us. Thank you so much Kate. Stay safe and well. Love to you and you family.

@evelynostrander3516 2 жыл бұрын

I have a green house with the shelves. I had it in my house to start seeds last year. I need lights to add to it. I don't have a poly tunnel. That is a brilliant idea to add the shelves one inside. I've been wanting a greenhouse forever. Maybe I can get the husband to help me get one up. I love the stars on the pavilion too. How lovely.

@sandraengstrand2784 2 жыл бұрын

So many things getting done!! Something to consider: if the split annoys you, find some pretty decorative ribbon to cover the gap!!

@sheilarackham1770 2 жыл бұрын

YOU ARE A GIFT TO THE PLANET !TAKE CARE - LOVE FROM CANADA

@sandimooney1774 2 жыл бұрын

Have really enjoyed watching Agnes' quilt come together. Can't wait to see the next step!

@sbutler0305 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Easter. Thank you for sharing your lovely spring flowers.

@cathiepreece1200 2 жыл бұрын

We are in Autumn here in Australia. I love watching videos from the other side of the world at this time of the year because I can dream of getting through our winter…. It is a nice time to stay indoors and sew…. Love your channel. It is so great that Anna gets along so well with you and shares your love of sewing. I have 3 daughters and none of them share my love of patchwork. Oh! I was shocked to see you go up a ladder with no-one around if you fell……. I am 66 and very independent but that is one thing I will not do, too scared of getting hurt. Love to you and Anna 😘

@judystone3645 2 жыл бұрын

There's something so wonderful about the promise of Spring in the garden and sprucing up both indoor and outdoor. Love your solar lights and the "new" design boards. I am so excited for you on getting the last section sewed to Agnes' quilt. 💝.

@glendacastillo6836 2 жыл бұрын

What a blessing to have Anna as your helper and such a wonderful daughter-in-law. Feels like family to me.

@annehayward3506 2 жыл бұрын

Wish I had enough space for a lovely design wall like that, once you have the quilt blocks u you don’t even see the split. The solar light look lovely on your arch. Have a great week, stay safe love and hugs xx

@julieh4816 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, I love it when you are pottering in the garden. You will get used to the split in your design board, it is covered with a quilt more often than not anyway. Stitching by the fire reminds me of simpler times. Thank you, you make my a nice start to my Mondays

@ritabrunetti381 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Kate & Anna. Nice seeing you both today. Finally coming to the end of Agnes's quilt. Can't wait to see the finished product!! Be well.

@Dranma51 2 жыл бұрын

Your video is so full of joy! First in your greenhouse planting seedlings and enjoying the sunshine with a cup of tea! Then into your sewing area for a new design board cover! Love it!

@jackandlyla4868 2 жыл бұрын

You have really inspired me Kate! I have made my design board and dragged out my hexie quilt I started last year. Today, I learnt how to postage stamp quilt after watching your video, and my seams nested so perfectly! Thrilled to bits! I am now sitting down with my mitred square knitting in front of the telly! Thank you for all you do, Hugs from Tropical North Australia x

@glendamitroff3933 2 жыл бұрын

My day has ended peacefully, as I watch your video. My cat ,Judge, is by my side. I look forward to seeing the paper come out of the hexagons. Thanks Kate!

@tinatippin5705 2 жыл бұрын

What a legacy you are making for Agnes. Truely, an amazing work of art. Love the stars on the pavilion. I am working on a baby quilt for our 11th great grandchild. Grace will be here in August. Numbers 9 and 10 arrive in June and July. Happy week, Kate. You too, Anna.

@patgottshalk8808 2 жыл бұрын

Great to spend Easter with you in the garden. Good work on your design board, leave the break in the boards, the vertical line will help keep blocks straight.

@suzanneschulte4539 2 жыл бұрын

Loved seeing you out in the poly tunnel! I so enjoy the quilting and sewing, but miss seeing you in the garden. And I'm looking forward to Eileen' first trip of the Spring to the lake. Hugs from Michigan, where it's still snowing.

@jackiemobley8529 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kate, What a lovely day you had. I so enjoyed watching. I was actually stitching on an EPP project while I watched, so when you took Agnes' quilt out to work on, I was thrilled. My sister and I loved to get together and knit. She passed away this past Friday night, and I miss her so much already. Stitching with you made me feel closer to her somehow. Thanks for a lovely video. Blessings to you.

@geralynonslow4767 2 жыл бұрын

Deepest condolences

@afghanbunny1 2 жыл бұрын

I have read that every layer of covering over plants keeps them 5°F warmer (2+°C?) so putting the little greenhouses inside the hoop house is quite good protection. Just be sure to open everything up if you get a warm, sunny day! I loved seeing the design board recover. I don't think the join in the middle will bother you. Use it as a reference point! I love seeing someone my age making such nice videos. Hugs and Blessings from another Granny in South Dakota, USA.

@connimace258 2 жыл бұрын

You do inspire Kate. So talented. Anna is so wonderful to help you. Missed seeing cat Rita. Your seedlings look good.

@ladyliberty417 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us along today Kate!! Love seeing your plantings and projects, so comforting 🥰 You’re a hard worker ❣️

@elizabetharpino5035 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I must agree with The Wolf that Could. You are amazing Kate . I truly enjoy watching your show. Even if it’s just to listen to your voice as I go about my day .

@gerryfix1009 2 жыл бұрын

Great job for design wall. Beautiful start on plants!🌻🌻🌻

@kathyhammond8620 6 ай бұрын

Ricky Timms showed a great idea of how he cleans his design board. I have tried it and it works very well. I take a piece of freezer paper and place the paper shiny side on the board and iron it. The shiny side sticks to fabric when iron, so when I pull it off the fibers come with it. The paper can be used many times.

@bettyallam1548 2 жыл бұрын

Franklin Habit, Kate, Arne and Michel Pouic all have at least one thing in common.....a passion. Franklin Habits last podcast shares some of the work of Michel Pouic in Paris. what an amazing conversation.

@irhonda31 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, that feeling of “Why have I started this now?!” 😁 I can’t believe all that you do! This was a lovely way to start my Easter Day. Now, I’ll go to my sister’s and have fun with my nephews. 🥰

@vivienclark6653 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Rhonda its lovely to be a child again when you have niece's and nephews and can join in the fun

@janetvisochi-baum7572 2 жыл бұрын

Bless you for all you do and for all you teach us Kate - Your videos and so enjoyable and so relaxing to watch - love what you showed us today - i'm so excited to see the next step on your beautiful quilt - thank you - be well and have a wonderful day 🤗

@barbbobbitt6898 Жыл бұрын

Hello Kate, I just came across the your The Last Homely House and truly am enjoying the respite from other KZfaq channels that seem to go on and on about the chosen craft. Your channel is chocked full of so many different crafts -- much like the way my mind works! I enjoy so many different crafts -- quilting, cross stitch, knitting, crocheting and many others that I would like to try. Also, you have taught me so much about how cats seem to want to be with their human family. My Zoey is a small cat that used to cause me some "fear" because she bit me quite often. For that reason, she spent quite a lot of time by herself. Now she wants to be with me, and since I spend time with her when she and I are both more calm, she sits on my lap and wants to be with me when I am alone. I love her dearly and I think she is as comfortable with me as I am with her.

@lesleyrawlings4209 2 жыл бұрын

Loved that Kate, I found myself holding my breath when you went up the ladder to fix the lights up outside…your seeds grow so fast, great to get a good start..love the new board.xx

@tricianilsson6870 2 жыл бұрын

Visiting with you is soothing always! Thank you for the loveliness. 💕💕

@carynkinder3216 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Easter Kate, looks like you had a wonderful day. It was so productive. I am envious of your planting as it is too early here. Enjoy and stay well. Love from Chicago.

@marshahodgkins9215 2 жыл бұрын

It is always such a wonderful time when the quilt top gets its final stitches and I love love solar lights. What a great invention.

@emilychadwick3857 2 жыл бұрын

You have made my Easter Sunday a great day. Enjoyed being on your lime green couch today. 🌷🙋‍♀️

@suestubbe8783 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching your podcasts...I'm relatively new to patchwork and have fallen in love with EPP... hexigons are my favourite and since the dreaded lockdown I've made 4 quilts and am completely addicted, every day I'm cutting templates covering them and then sewing them together...you have inspired me and I'm enjoying Agnes's quilt in the making. I'm also an avid sock knitter, but they've been put on hold for now while I sew. I always smile when I dry my dishes with one of your tea towels. Thank you for keeping me company..love Sue x In deepest darkest Warwickshire..😊

@veronicastephens8501 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Easter! How nice to go from seedlings to Agnes's quilt and all the in between. The design board looks beautiful I am sure you won't notice the split after a while it really will fall to the background of whatever beautiful work you put on it.

@treeinthenorth918 2 жыл бұрын

evening stocks are a must for me every year also. thank you for sharing your day

@lifeofjoy9404 7 ай бұрын

Another fun video with lots to see.🥰 The squeaking of styrofoam had my spine tingling, tho. Did anybody else on the LGS squirm and laugh, too? I enjoyed watching your design board's refreshing makeover.

@nancynusbaum2575 2 жыл бұрын

💕 the opportunity to see your world through your eyes ❤️ Can not wait to see the quilt finished for Agnes 😁

@bonnieschwegerl6536 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see you Kate. I almost had a heart attack when you went up that ladder! Glad you are safe. Lots of hugs from California!

@pamlacey136 2 жыл бұрын

Such a lovely video to sit and watch on Easter Sunday!! I love the way the design board looks and I can’t wait to see Agnes’ quilt finish!! Enjoy each day……………

@hannalieblignaut1209 2 жыл бұрын

Love the two new green “ toys” in the poly tunnel 😛 the new design boards and can’t wait to see when you remove all the papers from Agnes’s quilt. All the Best 💗💚

@mabelconner6918 2 жыл бұрын

I love the lights you put up outside. Thanks for showing your design Board. Wishing everyone a Blessed and Happy Easter.

@michellemurray4044 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely surprise to see a KZfaq from our friend Kate on this Easter day. Working on a baby quilt for a friend; gardening was done earlier. Dying eggs soon. Hugs to you and yours!!

@saleenahaffenden8292 2 жыл бұрын

Kate,, i love watching you potter around the place doing what makes your heart sing

@barbarabrumbaugh4950 2 жыл бұрын

You'll get used to the split in your design board! I have 6 2'x2' foam boards in my sewing area. I love your videos!!

@cindywest2689 2 жыл бұрын

Everything is looking good at the Last Homely House. I'm glad Anna came to help you.

@zena-knittingbeans7973 2 жыл бұрын

A relaxing watch as always. I could sit & follow Kate all day😀🙏🏻

@barbaralam3778 4 ай бұрын

Enjoyed spending the day with you, glad Anna came to help you out with the board fresh and new. Thank you for sharing ❤

@gebeltherebel 2 жыл бұрын

Kate---you are an amazing woman. It is such a joy to be around you-- albeit through a computer.

@courtenay4130 2 жыл бұрын

This was genius. I have though of scattered planting by times flowers bloom, but not spacing out gardening to harvesting smaller amounts for longer. This was very helpful. Thank you for your lovely channel.

@DerekScottAbdn 2 жыл бұрын

That made me feel all warm and fuzzy after a cold and stressful week. Thank you. Fingers crossed for the seeds! And the design wall looks great!

@tonybrockhurst5093 2 жыл бұрын

I just love these videos. Please share many more of the garden as the summer progresses. Many thanks 😊 Annie B

@vmcarlson1015 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, how I enjoyed your video again. Hearing your gentle voices makes my heart happy and content. Thankyou for this.....as always mc

@bria2596 2 жыл бұрын

Delightful video. Glad you got down from that ladder okay ... I appreciate you and your "can do" attitude, and the support you and your family give one another. Thanks for sharing!

@sararempel7956 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a relaxing video 😊 and I love the clean new look of your design board. Not that I had even noticed that it wasn't clean 😆 thx for taking us along on your days happenings ❤

@KimLomQld 2 жыл бұрын

... And the sounds of those birds 🐦 🕊🐝🦋🐛💐🪴🌱

@juliemix3373 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, I just loved being outside with you today. So lovely watching you getting ready for the gardening season. Sweet peas are my favorite flowers. The smell is so devine. Putting up lights in you pavilion was perfect. Glad you had Anna there to help with the design board. Hope your Easter Day was wonderful. Cheers

@dianekuch1373 2 жыл бұрын

I have the very same greenhouse tents and it’s amazing how fast things grow in there. My husband and I start most of our garden plants in there. I love your star lights. What a lovely place to sit at dusk and stargaze 🤩. Happy Spring Kate.

@gloriagodfrey3899 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Hope that you have a wonderful day.

@Gillian-3 2 жыл бұрын

Always a joy to spend time watching your day Kate. 😊

@yvonneiversen8749 2 жыл бұрын

I always watch you and find your charming way so agreeable to many, especially me. You put me to shame. I don't know how you keep going. I have chronic kidney disease, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. I just can't do much anymore. I love that you can and do.

@jillfoster6369 2 жыл бұрын

Loved following your day Kate. It was very relaxing and the outside lighting is just my thing 👍👍

@dianneeverett1633 2 жыл бұрын

After putting up your recovered design board with rainbows, they were in your hair also. Lovely.

@bonniestalhiem8025 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness Anna! I simply love your quilt blocks! Purple has always been my favorite color 👍🏻👵🏻💖

@suedale1865 2 жыл бұрын

Kate you have that ability to make choosing & planting seeds such a delight & inspiration to want to do it ( I only grow flowers) too small a garden for vegetables & not had success in the past Thank you for sharing your day 👍

@lindawitherspoon446 2 жыл бұрын

I think the split is fine. You won’t even notice it after a while. Really enjoyed this video. The lights at the pavilion are so pretty.

@stina48 2 жыл бұрын

Split is good because you can use line to line up blocks. No climbing ladders, please, would miss you so much if you fell. You are blessed with helpers.

@carlafawcett6494 2 жыл бұрын

I hang a big piece of quilt batting on my wall. When it gets too many threads, I take a lint roller to it : ) I love love your sweater. It looks like an old Stanfield that I'd love to own !

@carlafawcett6494 2 жыл бұрын

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@karenkluwin8856 2 жыл бұрын

I got so busy yesterday on Easter Sunday, that I totally forgot to watch Kate! 🥺 But as always, even a day later the chat is so inviting and comfortable. Loved all the plantings you're doing. Can hardly wait to see them as they grow. 🥒🥕🌺🥀🌼🌱Recovering the design board looked so easy. When my hubby put mine up, he screwed it into the wall; so no sliding it out and redoing it for me....but it's still in good shape. I love your twinkling lights and the sounds of the birds at night. Hope you and yours had a good Easter Sunday as well.

@thizizliz 2 жыл бұрын

Kate, You Tube is so fun - the last video on my list was from Franklin Habit; a US Knitting teacher who crochets, sews, cooks, bakes, and oh so many lovely things. He went to a fiber arts show in Paris (where he now lives) and for well over 3 minutes focused on historical patchwork pieces. Not quilted, just made and often lined and the entire 4 minutes, I was mentally shouting: "Kate should see this, it's SO cool" OMG so stunning. And wouldn't you know, one was hexagons!!!!! Many were well over 100 years old and still gorgeous. Then, while Agnes's quilt was foremost in my mind, your video comes on and there's her Monet hex blanket!!!!! What fun. My seedlings are coming up, I'm already picking tomatoes because during the freezing nights, they were brought indoors and so were the pepper plants as well as one strawberry plant. :D Happy Spring to you. I wonder if Agnes would freak out if she knew how many people from all over the world are fans!!!!!! Southern California here, in the high Desert north of Palm Springs but at a higher elevation so we actually get a bit of snow each year.