Thursday, April 29, 2010

Intense Stitching


It's a bit brisk this morning.  I popped outside to see if the lilacs survived the frost - they did!  I can inhale their scent all day long.  I was able to get two t-shirt quilts completed yesterday to make my end of month dead-line for the quilter.  Why do I always wait until the last minute and make myself crazy?


One of the quilts I made was for a girl and I really liked the way it came out.  One thing I like about custom orders is that it allows me to use fabric I might not normally choose for myself.


This quilt used a combination of Charisma and Boutique from Chez Moi.  Very fun, bright, happy colors.


Now I have a little pile of binding awaiting the return of the quilts from my quilter friend, Mary.  I'm really looking forward to it.  I am one of those quilters who likes doing binding.  Nothing like a little hand stitching to calm the nerves and allow contemplation of one's life, not a bad thing at all.

Joyfully,

9 comments:

  1. Your fabrics are gorgeous! We really have such similar tastes. :o) And ... I love to do the binding. You are right, it is very relaxing. :o)
    So glad you lilacs survived.
    May I ask a question about quilting tshirts? Do you use a stabilizer? Do you have a set of instructions on how to piece one together?
    Sincerely ~ Tricia

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  2. Another binding gal here! I love visiting with my family in the evening while stitching on bindings! Cute quilt! Our lilacs have already come and gone - sure do wish they lasted longer!

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  3. Another binding gal here! I love visiting with my family in the evening while stitching on bindings! Cute quilt! Our lilacs have already come and gone - sure do wish they lasted longer!

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  4. I too, love doing the binding. Anything handwork I look forward to. Great fabrics for a colorful tee shirt quilt.
    Your lilacs are beautiful.

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  5. Hi Renee, so nice to meet another Renee. Thank you so much for coming by my blog. I'm new to this and learning how to find my voice.
    I will be back here for sure. Right now I have to go pick the little one up from school. Can't wait to explore some more.

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  6. A fantastic quilt! I always love seeing what you are up to. I just did a couple quilts for my girls (my first!) and I enjoyed the binding too. Every bit that got done made me more excited to see the finished quilt:>)

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  7. Very pretty..and the heavenly aroma of lilacs....indeed, ALL DAY long!

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  8. How fun is that quilt!!! The fabric she chose is really cute. What is it about fabric that can make a girl swoon? Can't wait to see what you make next.


    ps...I really like doing the binding as well.

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  9. Very pretty colors. I think I got some chez moi fabric the other day.

    I love lilacs.

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