28 March 2012

Sunshine, swaps & stitches

Hello there!
I hope you had a great weekend...Here on the North Coast we have had the most unbelievable sunny weather, so lots of gardening done.. and a little sewing to show you
First up is the March block for our do. Good Stitches bee. March is Kat's turn to be queen bee &, rather than make a block, she has given us the opportunity to make any type of wee quilt top we would like. Kat runs a bee which donates blankets to sick & premature babies in her local hospital so this is what went off to her to-day...As a neonatal doctor, I know the trauma and anguish of parents who's little ones are sick and suffering, so it is a real privilege to be able to support Kat's great work
Next is the very first Care Circle quilt for our do. Good Stitches bee...
I'm so thrilled how those starflowers have come together
Doesn't it look wonderful? Thanks so much to Cindy, Annabella, Kat, Delores, Kylie, Kristin, Leanne, Bronica & Lucy.
When I was at the post office, the wee post man happened to mention that there was a parcel for me & look what was inside:
Its from my secret Mouthy Stitches swap partner Jennifer (aka Ellison Lane Quilts) Isn't the pouch gorgeous - here's the back view
I just love that wee birdie - it just makes me smile! :)
Last up are the blocks I've been working on for my doll quilt swap partner.... I'm hoping she will like them
I just have to work out what colour of sashing to use... any thoughts?
I hope you all have a great day....I'll be back on Thursday with the last stage of our Irish Road Trip...and the giveaway details! See you then!
Take care
Karen


17 comments :

  1. The UK weather looks wonderful - my SIL is visiting here from Cumbria and has been enjoying our Autumn sunshine, perhaps she'll have some spring sunshine to look forward to on her return (mind you she does live in Cumbria........) Your gift pouches look gorgeous - I love the little Dresden Plate details :)

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  2. Oh our blocks look so wonderful altogether in that care group quilt! It looks like a beautiful day there too.

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  3. The starflowers look stunning together. They look very professional draped from the tree house. Your mouthy stitches pouch is full of detail. I really like dresdens and that ibird in the middle is very sweet. The sun is wonderful and it feels so good. We are having sharp frosts and mist at night though! Di xo

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  4. The starflower quilt is spectacular! Well done, ladies!
    Are you seriously quilting outside? That may be the best idea ever!

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  5. Starflower really looks lovely, and you got a fab pouch there :-) Little envious of the weather...

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  6. I love your starflowers - my favourite colours too!
    Great pouch from Jennifer!!

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  7. Yay for great weather, great sewing and great parcels of lovliness!!

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  8. Love the aqua and red quilt, it looks stunning!

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  9. enjoy that sun shine while you can. love your quilt

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  10. Oh the quilt looks fab!! And I love your block for Kat - very pretty! Wow - what an amazing job you have Karen..although I imagine it must be stressful as much as rewarding sometimes.

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  11. Fab collection of makes there! Love that you had your sewing machine out in the garden... Alas the boss wouldn't let us all take our PCs up to George Square - meanie ;o)

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  12. That birdie pouch is darling! What a special treat!
    Anna

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  13. So happy you love it. It was a pleasure making it for you. Love your starflower quilt btw!

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  14. Lovely pouch! Your points are amazing on your quilts btw!

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  15. the birdie pouch is adorable--but then what else would one expect form Jennifer? Oh, you lucky duck!!

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  16. Your stitches are beautiful. Where do you get your fabrics. So bright and cheerful!

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  17. Hi Karen, I am just starting to enjoy a rebirth of sewing enjoyment. For many years now my machine has been for mending only. Life got so busy, now that I am retired my sewing machine is slowly become a thing of joy and pleasure again. I found you through googling "free style embroidery" and I have fallen in love with your blog and your creativity. You are an inspiration. I am your newest follower.
    Connie :)

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