I managed to get the 4 season's swap quilt finished yesterday, including the label. Just need to pop it into the wash to remove any traces of blue pen then it can be parceled up ready for the post next weekend.
Darlene asked yesterday why she and others blog, here's proof of my previous post about Earthly Angels and one of the reasons I blog, because there are just so many wonderful women out there in blog sphere who are just so generous of their time and resources. Early this morning we had a knock at the door, oops still in pj's so a quick "hang on" was shouted out while dh put some clothes on. Hmm the Postman with a parcel, all the way from Japan. Inside wonderful contents from Sachiko, thank you so much Sachiko, and the biggest surprise was it was posted 2 days ago, now that's what I call fast.
Inside the parcel was the magazine that I've been lusting after for far too long and two beautiful pieces of "Kimono" fabrics, so pretty, and a lovely little card from Sachiko. Some wonderful projects for me to ooooh and ahhhh over and contemplate making, and this one just has to be made. Sorry my photography skills really do need improving.
And these, just adorable.
So plenty to keep my mind and my hands busy with over the weekend. In fact I think I hear the pattern sheet calling to me, so time to go get the tracing paper,pencil and light box and sit in the comfy chair and get some tracing done.
Happy Stitching, I hope you're all enjoying your Holiday weekend and can manage to find some time to pick up a needle and thread. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, and sharing my joy.
21 comments:
Your quilt is so beautiful, the leaves just do it. The magazine looks very interesting.
What a wonderful present the postman delivered to you! How sweet!
Your quilt is wonderful! I have the same fabric you used for the leaves. I used it for leaves also... oh and for turkey feathers too.
How kind of Sachiko. Blog land is a great place.
I LOVE that magazine!!! I am a nut for cross hatching so I am in envy right now. What lovely kimono fabrics. Margaret is someone to know!!!
Your 4 seasons quilt is wonderful. I love the tumbling leaves...very beautiful.
nice autumn quilt and that mag looks fab.........I have not seen them.........
the quilt you made is just so beautiful! How nice to receive such a great present too! I am so happy for you! It sure looks like you will be enjoying it for some time to come!
Wonderful presents in the mail - I've said time and time again, the internet has made the world a smaller place for quilting...Relax and enjoy the book.
So so glad u got ur magazine!! and it is truly delightful!! Ur 4SQS is just gorgeous (can u send it to me?? lol)
Your quilt is awesome! Can't wait to see what you make from the magazine. :)
Your treasure has arrived - Sigh - thank goodness for Earthly Angels. :-)
Look at your beautiful project - wishing I was your swap partner. :-)
Your fall piece turned out wonderful . . . can't wait to see where it ends up living. Enjoy your new magazine - looks like a lot of fun *s*
You quilt is lovely. Yes, blogging is so rewarding. There are many angels out there and they make it all worth while. Enjoy your fun mail!
WOW, Linda, your autumn swap is so beautiful ! I didn't even know it was going to be completed with applique - and yet already LOVED it - now it's my favourite !
Your magazine looks so nice, too ! I'm glad you got it...
Hugs & smiles,
NADINE
The quilt is beautiful, and the magazine just gorgeous!
Your seasons quilt is just gorgeous! I love the combination of the stitchery and the applique.
Whoever gets this will be so lucky.
The magazine looks great with a lot more in the content than I had first thought.
The quilt you have bookmarked to make from it is beautiful.
I really like how your fall quilt has turned out. Very fresh and still autumny! I am very glad that you got the magazine you had been looking for. I understand you, I am in stitchery at the moment too! Take care.
Your swap partner will be very lucky to get your piece...so nice.
Blogging friends are truly "Earthly Angels" to be cherished, love the redwork magazine.
Your swap quilt is so lovely and your partner is one lucky lady!
Hi Linda,
Your work so great and beautiful.
I am a pleasure what you make from the book.
Choko(Sachiko)
Your four seasons swap quilt is just lovely and that magazine -- oh my, I am seriously in lust for it, though knowing what you went through to get it, I think I'm going to have to live without it!
I'm so happy you have your magazine now! I agree that Blogland has the most wonderful and generous people in it.
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