New Beginnings
I'm especially not ready for the idea that my granddaughter is getting married in June! My sweet little baby girl who loved dolls, princess dresses, my purses, and my red shoes is getting married?
Somebody pinch me, please.
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| Yesterday |
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1. I hope to make a wedding quilt.
"Hope" is the key word here. If I don't have it finished in June, I really hope to have something made by next Christmas. It wouldn't really have to be a bed quilt, would it?
2. I'll be working on a new quilt along - this one with cats. More about that in a minute.
3. My brain is numb right now, but I can surely come up with a few new mug rug and table runner patterns this year.
4. Once again, I'm going to try to use my stash as much as possible. Technically, new purchases are part of the stash, aren't they?
The 2016 Quilt Along
One of these years I'll surprise myself and everyone else by making a full size quilt for the quilt along. This year it will be another wall hanging. The plan is to make it 28" x 36" before adding the border.
2. I'll be working on a new quilt along - this one with cats. More about that in a minute.
3. My brain is numb right now, but I can surely come up with a few new mug rug and table runner patterns this year.
4. Once again, I'm going to try to use my stash as much as possible. Technically, new purchases are part of the stash, aren't they?
The 2016 Quilt Along
One of these years I'll surprise myself and everyone else by making a full size quilt for the quilt along. This year it will be another wall hanging. The plan is to make it 28" x 36" before adding the border.
I'm planning to place cats in five large blocks. The cats will be engaged in a different activities in each block.
I haven't decided if they should be silhouette cats or not. What are your thoughts on that?
The smaller blocks will be pieced. I'm thinking of simple basic blocks - stars, flying geese, log cabins, and such. Since they are so small, I'll likely use paper piecing or a mix of paper and traditional piecing.
I'd really like to hear your opinions about this plan. Yes? No? Maybe? Anything but cats? Tell me your thoughts.
I'd also like your thoughts on a quilt for the newlyweds. I haven't clue what I might sew.
Wishing you a wonderfully happy and creative New Year!!
Congartulations to your granddaughter! I'm sure you'll make a quilt that suits her perfectly. Wishing you a Happy New Year and success in meeting your goals for 2016.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I need to look over your quilts for ideas. You have some of the best designs I've seen. Happy New Year!
DeleteHi, A cat quilt sounds wonderful - adore my mischievous ginger tom!!! You design such cute applique quilts and this year I'm looking forward to making one with you. I think I like the sound of cat silhouettes with the various pieced blocks. Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteI'm making progress on the cat quilt, and the first block should be ready in a few days. I do hope you like it.
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