Is it really the end of January?
What a beautiful weekend....makes a person feel that Spring can't be far off! I think what I miss most this time of year is the time spent outside in my backyard and garden. Oh well, we know to make the most of it when we can.
I've been hard at work lately quilting a couple of custom jobs. They've both been a lot fun, being able to use what I have learned in classes the last couple of years. I won't show the sampler yet that will be finished today as I haven't asked permission yet of the quilter...but I can show a few pictures of the one I finished before this one!
As soon as my friend brought me this quilt I had to ask if I could "play" with it! Here are a couple of close-ups...
I've been trying this week to make some head-way on our wedding signature quilt. By happy accident I found the perfect border fabric!
It's quite a lovely coral colour, I'm not sure it shows well in the picture.
The blocks in the 365 Challenge are starting to get a bit more intricate. They are adorable.
Our fireplace project is coming along nicely. We had great luck on Saturday at Lowe's and Habitat for Humanity ReStore for supplies. I love going to Habitat....you never know what you'll find!
As for this morning, I started the day as usual with some applique. This week I got a lot accomplished on my lower border of my Flower Garden.
Today I tried to get caught up a bit on Quilty365/Day in My Life hearts. I've been doing the prep work almost every day, but it seems lately the applique falls behind a bit. They don't take long to applique, so I want to try to keep up and not let this fall into the dreaded UFO pile(s).
I was just reading Kathy's post over at Kathy's Quilts. She talks about staying on track and not veering off course. Lately, I feel like I'm veering wildly off course!!! There are so many projects calling my name. Somehow I have to learn to say "no"!
Have a visit with Kathy, HERE, to see what others are stitching on today.
You have a great variety of things going on! Really love what your playing produced, your client should be very thrilled!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilting! Looks like great progress on many fronts for you this week. Have fun stitching today.
ReplyDeleteThe quilting on that piece is fabulous! Lots of negative space makes for a fun canvas, doesn't it?! You've got some fun things going on! Variety is the spice of life! LOL! Your hearts -- are they needle turned applique? They look so neat and tidy! :)
ReplyDeleteYes, they are needle turned applique. It's my passion! Lately I've been trying back-basting applique, which I would still classify as needle-turn
DeleteI love all your projects! Your quilting is amazing! Lucky costumers!
ReplyDeleteI have a wonderful friend that keeps me introduced to all the new projects. It is so hard to resist!
Amazing machine and hand work you are doing! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your stitching... you are "on course", it's just that there are so many courses you are on! LOL
What beautiful machine stitching. It really transforms the quilt from pretty to amazing. Love to see your hearts... a nice change from all the circles.
ReplyDeleteSandra, I'm breathless looking at your quilting, love your hearts and the 365 day challenge. I think you are doing great keeping on track!!!
ReplyDeleteI especially like the blue heart where you have fussy cut the design.
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