Friday, December 22, 2023

Merry Christmas to All

 


There was a time when I purchased a live Christmas tree and a live wreath every year. But it's warm in Florida, and every year the needles would be falling off days before Christmas ever got here. We finally broke down and got a fake tree and wreath. I decorate the wreath with live Baby's Breath, so it looks like snow. My tree is now 2 foot tall and holds only miniature ornaments. At my age, that is the extent of my decorating.

                    Merry Christmas everyone.

Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Vintage Valentine




 Back in 2006, I went a little crazy and signed up for a block of the month. I really enjoyed making the blocks, but it was just a bit expensive for me.

This piece is the largest of them all, measuring 29 1/2" wide x 30" long.

 The pieces have been sitting since then and I seriously doubt that I'll ever quilt it. So, one by one I will be listing the parts and hope that someone loves it as much as I once did.

Sunday, December 10, 2023

Shamrocks Appliqued Quit Blocks



 With Christmas fast approaching, I don't know of any quilter who would start a Christmas quilt. So, may I suggest starting a St. Patrick's Day quilt.

Friday, December 8, 2023

A Sue for All Seasons

 


Christmas Sue


Bridal Sue

 


Valentine Sue


Easter Sue


While we're on the subject of fabric postcards, here are just a few of the seasonal Sunbonnet Sue fabric postcards.


Thursday, December 7, 2023

Fabric Postcards

 




Miniature quilts that are mailable with only a first-class stamp. It's an interesting way to say Merry Christmas, Happy Birthday or just plain Hello. There are many to choose from in my shop.

Monday, December 4, 2023

Warblers

 


I have been feeding wild birds for many years. There has always been blue jays and doves with an occasional Florida parrot. It was so very exciting to me when a Cardinal showed up. But all of a sudden, two weeks ago, 4 little green birds decided to pig out at my feeder. I believe they are warblers, but feel free to correct me if I am wrong. In addition to these sweet little green birds, there is also a Painted Bunting that has been showing up regularly. From all that I have read, they are migrating to South America, but I think they have found a home on my feeder, because they are there morning, noon and early evening.

Sunday, December 3, 2023

Log Cabin in the Woods Applique Quilt Block

 



Have you ever tried to make a masculine quilt? Hearts and flowers just don't cut it. Here is the perfect start to your next "man" quilt. This block measures 12 1/2" square but you can cut it down to 9 1/2" if you want. 

Saturday, December 2, 2023

Christmas Cats


 For all you cat lovers out there, here are some Christmas kitty cats for you to make into your next Christmas quilt,