Storybook Quilt # 1 - Approximately 70"x 85.5" |
Inherited orphaned blocks |
I knew that she hadn't made these blocks, none of these fabrics were in her stash. With 7 blocks, it was difficult to see how they could make a quilt, especially since I knew I would never make more of them. To my surprise, one of the blocks was signed and dated (2004) on the back. I found out that mom's sewing group members each made a block and my mom won them.
At home in the library |
The next element came into play when Hawthorne Threads had an awesome cyber Monday sale on Lizzy House's fabric line 1001 Peeps. I love that fabric, so of course I bought it with no particular project in mind.
Mosaic of embroidered blocks |
Last element happened last year too, I acquired two adorable granddaughters, ages 5 and 8. I mean, don't they deserve quilts to make them feel part of my blended family???
My step-daughter Beth is the Director of Geneva Public Library |
Quilt back |
Librarians at Geneva Public Library give my storybook quilt a thumbs up! |
I constructed the quilt as a QAYG (quilt as you go). I was amazed at how easy it went together. It must have been "meant to be"! I will be making a second storybook quilt. I'm hoping they will give the girls years of storybook inspiration.
I'm thrilled to be linking up for my second Bloggers' Quilt Festival at Amy's Creative Side.
Color Me Quilty!
Pat
It's marvellous, Pat!
ReplyDeleteHow great. The quilt and the story.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely meant to be!! It is a beautiful quilt. I love the story and the design is wonderful.
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Always, Queenie
I love seeing someone cozy under a beautiful quilt. Thanks
ReplyDeleteWay to go Pat. How beautiful and resourceful.
ReplyDeleteYup definitely an heirloom. One for the books! (no pun intended)
ReplyDeleteThis is a really wonderful quilt! Love it.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt and story :)
ReplyDeleteI've kind of followed you as this quilt has come to life. It is amazing
ReplyDeletePat, I just got done reading your lovely story about the amazing quilt that you did The Story Book Quilt is beautiful/the wisdom that you put into your Blog,the projects that you have done with your Mom's (my best friends) stash is just Out Standing,She is so Proud of you as I am as well.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful, special quilt. I absolutely love the embroidered fairy tale blocks! It was so great to read how this quilt came together step-by-step, fantastic story!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous story behind this quilt. It's a wonderful quilt, too.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, Pat, this is gorgeous! I love stories like this -- clearly meant to be!
ReplyDeleteAwesome quilt!
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Margaret Gunn
www.quiltsoflove.blogspot.com
What a lovely story and a great quilt! Love it when it all comes together lie that.
ReplyDeletePat this is my favorite quilt of yours to date and such a great story!!! Beautiful a, and a rare purple quilt. I love everything about it!!!
ReplyDeletePat, I love your quilt and so enjoyed reading the story behind it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOhhh, I love it! What a great combination of events to pull together a beautiful quilt. A fantastic use of the Peeps too. I love that line and struggle with using it. Your quilt does a great job of showcasing it. :)
ReplyDeletewonderful quilt and story
ReplyDeleteAnn
I love the colors and the story, really beautifully done!
ReplyDeletegreat quilt and wonderful story. lovely colors and just great all the way around. thanks for sharing and have a great day
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited that I just got to vote for you! Congratulations! This is a great quilt and one that deserves all of this attention!
ReplyDeleteLove it-hope you win!
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