Wednesday, October 07, 2009

Back to Quilting

This is what I've been working on since my trip to Madison with Steve & Kim. Stitchers' Crossing had this quilt hanging on the wall in their classroom. I thought it was adorable and picked up the book. When we got back I cut it out. Now you should know that I am not a fan of Buggy Barn patterns -- so piecing these 9 witches is taking me awhile (along with all the time I haven't been stitching at all!). I only have 3 more to piece before I can put them together, so I'll keep at it, but I'll definitely be done with Buggy Barn patterns for awhile.

As my leader/ender project, I've been piecing these blocks. They are 9" finished. I bought a kit that makes into a table runner and the special ruler which is Twisty something or other -- of course the ruler and instructions are upstairs and I'm in the basement, so I'll have to try to remember to photograph it. These are really fun blocks to put together, so I will be making another quilt with this ruler -- and some of the charm square packs I've bought.
Gratitudes:
Getting somewhat back to normal around here -- whatever that is.
Spending some time sewing -- it sure calms me down.
Getting my tulip and daffodil bulbs into the ground today.

3 comments :

Melody said...

I need to plant too. I love your witch, she is adorable! And the colors of your block are so wonderfully warm! Glad things are getting back to normal for you. :-)

Carol said...

Glad you're getting to sew...that always makes me feel better. Your witch is darling...love Buggy Barn patterns...they come out great but they sure can be labor intensive. Love your Twister block...can't wait to hear more about the ruler.

Melanie said...

I love the witchy pattern--- always wanted to do it..but I need the purples.... Your spirits sound real good..