Frienzies and Fun

Seven of the eight Frienzies shared lunch yesterday here on our screened porch. We missed Lyn who had a more pressing date with family (a granddaughter's birthday!) in Kentucky.

What a wonderfully relaxing day we had. Back in the beginning when we began this monthly tradition of getting together, we always met at restaurants. We soon discovered that we couldn't linger and visit the way we do when we are in our homes. We have traded off hosting Frienzies for several years now. It is always so relaxing and enjoyable to visit with these dear friends in the comfort of our homes. I may be biased, but I think our porch was particularly inviting yesterday - the weather was cool and overcast; the birds sang pretty tunes for us; the abundant spring rains have made our surroundings quite lush. The fountain provided additional ambiance. Totally delightful!

The Frienzies event ended mid-afternoon, and Sharon stayed on for sewing. We got a lot done! I started a baby quilt with this fabric I bought at Guhl's when we had the Canter's Cave retreat in early April. Four 1-yard cuts of these compatible fabrics at $3.99/yard. I finished the top last evening and will share it here soon.

Sharon used up the last of her Luna Notta/3 Sisters/Moda scraps by sewing this top together - she will add the corner triangles at home. I apologize for the poor quality of the photo - the day was quite cloudy thus the lighting in the room was poor.

Here we are at the end of May, and whew! What a lot was accomplished! I feel like this could be quite the satisfying summer if I can keep this up. We shall see!

Happy Quilting, Friends!