As we go from late summer into early autumn, the timing was perfect to update my bed quilt and use my newest finish. My Straits of Mackinac has been on it most of the summer, and that quilt definitely has a more “summer” feel to the colors. I love how this quilt fits on the… Continue reading Time to change the bed quilt
Category: Sewing
General sewing
MEG Mystery Part 3
For this part, I decided to make two similar blocks. Each will measure 15½ inches square when pieced, and will be 15 inches square in the finished quilt. Pieces needed for block 4 In these blocks, my background fabric is pale blue, and I’m using the lighter floral/birds fabric as Fabric A, with the medium… Continue reading MEG Mystery Part 3
September’s baskets
Just wanted to quickly share some baskets I’ve recently created and stitched down the handles. These are a go-to project when I want something easy to do while listening to/watching tv, because I can get into a nice little rhythm. I have several prepared in advance, and when I run out of them, I spend… Continue reading September’s baskets
Afghan block 6
This block is kind of the opposite coloration of the last block. The pine cones in the center are a favorite “winter” fabric of mine. Then there is the “wood-board” like fabric in the middle, followed by some green grass around the outside of the block.
Pam’s Pot
This pot went together fairly quickly. I picked out the pot fabric, and then chose the felt colors to coordinate with it. The original pattern used two shades of purple and orange, but I felt mine needed to turquoise/teal instead of purple. I probably already said it, but these are such fun!