One of my quilting groups had our monthly meeting Saturday, and everyone was able to make it. It was a great morning and afternoon, sharing a little food, some fabrics (and scraps!), and some miscellaneous items from my dear friend Sallie’s sewing collection. I think everyone was blessed in some way with something from her… Continue reading Leftovers quilted
God’s Blessings
This quilt was formerly known as my colorwash/sunshine and shadow/potato chip quilt. I took it with me to my friend Fran’s house in Georgia this past week and finished piecing the last few blocks, then put them up on the design wall. My friend Reba immediately renamed it “God’s Blessings.” She insisted so it stayed.… Continue reading God’s Blessings
Green Silk Path
I got a message from my quilter last Friday that Silk Path was quilted and ready to be picked up! I have been so excited to have this one quilted, and Margie did not disappoint (not that she ever does). I thought it was striking before, but the quilting just made it so much more… Continue reading Green Silk Path
Design wall uncovered
And yes, indeed! All of the blooms are now complete. It’s time to begin sewing them all together with the stars. This is a very long-term project, that I can only sew a little at a time, but I’m hoping to spend a little time each week on it so I can make progress. I’ve… Continue reading Design wall uncovered
Sewing interrupted
This morning I had plans! I was going to sew. I have been doing a bit of organizing (fabrics, projects, etc.). But this morning, I had plans to sew. It was going to be a productive morning! And then… I sewed two seams. I had noticed that my machine sounded a little different, but not… Continue reading Sewing interrupted