On Tuesday it started snowing again, so I thought I would blog about that, but I was a little miffed at Mother Nature, so I figured I better not blog because it would turn into a rant! I'm so OVER the snow. The flakes were huge and if it had been raining, it would have been pouring!
The snow didn't last for very long, so I calmed down.
Since I keep showing progress on the things I'm working on, I thought I would show you that I CAN finish things.
This is called "Feathered Stars" and it's from Kim Diehl's book, Simple Traditions. I was in a Yahoo Primitive group and we did it as our Quarterly Quilt. I pretty much used the same colors as Kim did because I think that's what drew me to the quilt. It's hanging in hubby's den.
This quilt is in our dining room and it's called "Holly Basket" from the book, Holly Threads by Need'l Love. It was designed by Gerry Kimmel-Carr. I know it's a Christmas design, but I like it, so I leave it up all year.
I saved this one for last because it actually gave me tendonitis and I swore I would never do another applique quilt. It's called "Stella's Rose" from Samples of the Past, Part 3, by Blackbird Designs. I was taking a 4 week class and I got the whole blasted quilt finished in those 4 weeks, doing needleturn, no less! The pain in my elbow was so bad that I had to quit doing any handwork for quite awhile after. Taught me a really good lesson about "OCD".
Well, hopefully my blogger's block is gone. I'll be posting block #5 of Tisket a Tasket on Tuesday. Better get that scheduled in case baby grandson decides to arrive a bit early.
You've got fantastic show and tell so I don't know why you think you haven't anything to show!! Heck, do some old to you new to us and we'd be happy as larks. It is always fun to pop in on you!!
ReplyDeleteTell hubby when he tires of that Kim Diehl number that Quilt Hollow has a spot for it above her mantle!
Oh my - those are all so wonderful! I know what you mean about the handwork. I have had to learn to be mindful of my limitations. A good pillow to support my arms and consciousness of posture really help . . . . and remembering that hours upon hours of stitching are not always a good thing *s*
ReplyDeleteI have had bloggers block this entire year. I don't know what is up. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteOh what wonderful quilts you have made. I finally made it to the city today to get the solvy but when I got home I realized I picked up Super Solvy medium weight. What a bummer! Have you ever used this weight before?
ReplyDeleteWow, those are all gorgeous quilts--thanks for sharing them. I have had the book and stuff to make that Gerry Kimmel Carr quilt for ages. I absolutely love that quilt! Even though she is retired from the business end, she still does some designing for Renee Nanneman's Needl' Love books--thank goodness! Hope your block clears up soon--I so enjoy your blog.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilts . . . just my style! When you're surrounded by those wonderful quilts all day, I think you're allowed some bloggers block now and then. Admire where you've been and regroup to move on. Can't wait to see your wool Tisket a Tasket on Tuesday - I'm heading out on holidays for two weeks on Friday morning and I will definitely have to pick up some wool along the way. Have a great weekend. - Marlene
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous quilts! You never seem to have "blogger's block"...I always come away with something great from your posts!
ReplyDeleteI think the Kim Diehl quilt should come visit me for a while! You'd be willing to do that, wouldn't you? LOL!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you had snow! I'd be made, too.
Thank you for sharing your applique quilts. It is certainly worth the viewing.
Oh MY! Your Feathered Star quilt is stunning! I probably started that the same time you did with the Yahoo group, but I haven't sewn a single stitch on it - just have appliques ready to apply. I REALLY need to get busy with it because I just love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing it!
Your quilts are all gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteCan't decide which one I like the most.
Take care of your tendinitis.
I know what you mean about blogger block.
Wow wonderful quilts Anne. I have tendonitis in my elbow but putting a pillow under my arm while sewing or quilting makes it all better.
ReplyDeleteI can understand the blogger block, I hand piece and quilt so don't have much to show on a day to day basis, I'm always scrambling to find something to talk about.
Crispy
Hi Anne - I love that pattern of Kim's! Nice job. Are you coming to market with Anne again this year? If you are, I'm sure I'll see you around!
ReplyDeleteWhere do you live? I need to move there. I am dying of hot flashes and I could sure use the coolness you have been having. LOL!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love each and every wall hanging.
What beautiful quilts. Blogger's Block is wonderful if it inspires you to share with us some of your older pieces. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh I remember when the prim yahoo group was doing the Feather Star quilt - stunning, Anne! I love the other too and I understand "OCD". LOL
ReplyDeleteNot bad for blogger's block! :-)
Have I ever been to your home??? I swear they all look so very different "in the movies!" Wow! Glad you're back blogging again. I don't like feeling lonesome!
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are gorgeous! I can relate to bloggers block and I've only been doing it for a very short time!
ReplyDeleteThese quilts you've shown are wonderful and so blog worthy. I hope the snow leaves you soon, it must seem like a long winter.
ReplyDeleteAnne thank you so much for the wonderful show! Beautiful, beautiful quilts. Snow? I can't believe you have snow...it is going to be 90 here today...oh this weather is crazy...it's too early for summer and too late for winter.
ReplyDeleteomgosh snow!!!!
ReplyDeletecrazy!!!!
LOVE Your quilts, oh thank you for sharing them.
Love that feathered star quilt, so pretty.
ah Love Kim Deihl, would love to make so many of her quilts, love her colors too!
Kathie
How Lovely Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteLovely quilts! You are very prolific! You guys are getting a lot of snow up there, my mom has been complaining about it every time I call her too. Gosh, hope if I come up in September for her birthday you don't get some freak snowstorm! LOL
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilts!!!! I have wanted to do the needl'love quilt as well....just beautiful and inspiring!!!Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteChristine
Oh gorgeous quilts... love them... sorry about the snow.. hope its gone by now!!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Anne,
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear that you've had a blogger's block...and such weather - yuck! I hope you finally get some springy weather soon!
But thank you so much for sharing those WONDERFUL quilts...wow, can't say which I love most...
Have a great week,
Julia
I ranted and raved about too much snow all winter and most of the spring too. It got real old here in NH. Thanks for visiting my blog. I love that table topper in your banner btw. Table toppers are one of my favorites.
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are fabulous. Love them all. Love the snow pictures too.
ReplyDeleteI have my elbow wrapped up now. I don't think mine is from applique, I think it is from the computer mouse. It sure is painful Trying all kinds of stuff to make it better. It is hard not to get on the computer each day but I probably need to take a little break I guess.
Hi Anne, being from Texas your snow is beautiful, but I know you are ready for some spring weather.
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are gorgeous and all the handwork in such a short time.
Keep Stitchen'
Bonnie
I feel your pain. If it snowed again in NH I think I would cry. I am so over snow right now. I don't think I could handle even a flurry.
ReplyDeleteI'm in your Yahoo group too, but trust me, I was not as diligent as you and my quilt didn't get made,LOL!
All your quilts are wonderful. I feel like I want to rent a room at your place. It's lovely! =)
You do great applique work ..... amazing quilts!
ReplyDeleteSnow, snow go away!!!! How depressing, Anne! Thanks for the great quilt show - all beautiful! You must be getting very excited about the new gradbaby arrival!
ReplyDeleteCheers!
That's a wonderful post for someone with bloggers block. I love all your quilts I'm pretty sure I have all those patterns.
ReplyDeleteLove those quilts Anne...all of 'em. And who says you can't have Christmas things out year round? I have my spool santas and a few others that I never put away.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you've done with the next T-A-T block!
Thanks for sharing your quilts.
All three quilts are gorgeous. I made the Kim Diehl quilt for my aunt. Kim came here and taught her applique technique. Once was enough for me, I am definitely a hand appliquer, but it was fun to do.
ReplyDeleteHoly cow it's still snowing???? WOW!!! I need to move there!
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are beautiful thanks for showing them.
Don't you just love Kim Diehl's books?! I can't wait for the new one to come out next week! Ditto what Mary said, if DH ever gets tired of it......
ReplyDeleteYour quilt work is stunning,Do you enter them in shows? I am mostly a scrapper....and I have way to much fabric
ReplyDeletenice work, bare with me...whoops make that bear...new to all of this...blogging that is
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are beautiful, but I especially love the Blackbird quilt. I always like their patterns.
ReplyDeleteI, too, have felt that pain from handwork.......knitting does the same thing to me but sometimes the pain is SOOOOOO worth the outcome!
I can NOT remember to do the right thing can I??lol
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