Long weekends are wonderful, that extra day seems to make such a difference to what can be achieved in the sewing room. I'm fortunate that I have a great work schedule, working four 10 hour days, which gives me a three day weekend, so this extra day is great. I'm also fortunate in that I have the opportunity to sit and stitch at my desk in between taking calls.
The embroidery on this quilt was stitched at my desk over the last few months. During the weeks before work I've been working on putting the blocks together, and yesterday I was able to finish it up and get it quilted and bound.
It's heading to a lovely lady that I've never met in person, but have had the opportunity to speak to several times through my work. Her husband and I would have lengthy chats about anything and everything when the opportunity arose. She's going through some treatments and I thought it may make those treatments a little easier.
A little reminder of the things that we treasure in life.
And to remember to count our blessings.
And treasure new friendships that come our way.
The pattern was one that was shared last year through Australian Homespun on their website as a stitch along.
The pattern was one that was shared last year through Australian Homespun on their website as a stitch along.
Our little Tayla Bug is not so little anymore, she'll be celebrating her 2nd birthday in three weeks time. She had some time with Gran and Pop yesterday afternoon, so I took the opportunity to snap a few photo's.
I love this first one, those beautiful blue eyes get me every time.
Always busy doing something.
You may remember I showed you these quite a long time ago.
It was time to get them finished.
The lighting is terrible but I'm sure you get the idea, a little name banner to hang over her bed at Gran's house.
And this afternoon I've started to cut into these pretties and make a start on a new quilt.
Tomorrow we plan on going to the lake for a picnic lunch, something we haven't done in a very long time.
I hope you've managed to spend time with your family on this long weekend, enjoy the extra day and remembered to count your blessing.
Happy Stitching.
Linda.
10 comments:
Sweet sweet stitchery quilt. Love Tayla's wall hanging! I can hardly believe that Tayla will be 2 soon! She's absolutely adorable, Linda! I hope Holly is doing well.
blessings is beautiful! wonderful finish!
The stitchery quilt is gorgeous and it sounds like it is going to a worthy home. I love the banner for above Tayla's bed - what a neat idea.
Tayla is soooooo beautiful! 2 already? Em will be 3 in 2 weeks. Time goes so fast!
Love the beautiful stitcheries! Where did you get that fabric for the new quilt. FUN! I am so bad at choosing fabrics! I stick with the same old Thimbleberries/Civil War Era stuff. I need to expand my horizons!
Linda~ Love all the pretty stitching you did. You always have such pretty things and they are so well done. Your granddaughter is just gorgeous, those eyes are so bright and beautiful.
Blessings,Joann
Your Tayla is just a doll. No wonder you fall for those eyes! Our little Tay will be two in 22 days. Such a coincidence that is for both of us. You'll love sewing up those DS Collection prints. I'll be looking forward to seeing what you make. Enjoy your picnic at the lake.
what a lovely quilt and a lovely idea and gift for your friend...I'm sure she will treasure it!
and what a cutie! my eldest has eyes the same colour...my mums eyes.
love that stitchery banner!
the quilt is gorgeous - I am sure it will be very loved and what a gorgeous gift to give....the banner is so sweet..she is growing so much..ohh I like them fabrics you have started ot cut into...I hope you enjoy your picnic,cheers Vickie
I love your quilt. I am a beginner quilter.
Do you have a favorite fabric maker?
cindy
Beautiful work.... Enjoy that baby. They grow up fast.
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