I love the simple design. I kept mine simple too and it has freed me up with more time other stuff. A lot less pressure than project life. Your food shots look great.
I hope you will post a photo of your lovely quilt when you finish it, susan . . . and i want to make a pot of Pasta Fagioli soup soon. I have a good recipe that is a copycat from the Olive Garden restaurant. How wonderful that your canal is frozen over and that you can skate!