Hello May!!

 If you're living in Ohio or the surrounding states, you may have done a double take of the calendar - our weather is definitely too cold and windy and gray for May.  Gracious! 

Regardless of the weather, I am eager to start a new month, and look forward to brighter, sunnier days - soon!

Typically, I have a  short list of goals for a new month, but based on my track record of the last 3-4 months, I am reluctant to make any more goals. My goal accomplishment record for '23 is dismal. Most glaring: I have not done a thing on the long arm machine - and that was one of my biggest goals for the entire year. 

I sense that perhaps I am in some sort of transition, but to or from what? Is it possible that I don't have the same verve for quilting as I once did?

This is too big a notion to ponder this morning, so let's look at what's been going on around here.

I've got a big ol' pile of economy blocks that are now ready to be stitched into a quilt top. This will hopefully be accomplished in the next couple of days.

On Sunday, we had a special little guest to love on. Cate is 6 months already and just the sweetest, most darling little nugget ever! How can a baby be so perfect? *smile*

I have my April collage ready to go and I will share it tomorrow. No time today! DH and I are off on a little adventure!

Happy Quilting, Friends!

Welcome May!

 

A new month for me generally means new goals and plans for quilts. Welcoming May 2021 is no different.

Finishing some WIPs must be a priority - the scrappy 4-patch quilt and the red and white star top that short list. 

Putting a few quilts onto the long arm machine must also be a priority. I do feel much more comfortable with this - gosh, it's about time! - so I need to continue; don't allow myself to become rusty with lack of practice. 

I have a new quilt on my radar - as if I need another one, right?? At the gathering yesterday of the Frankfort Girls, hostess Sheryll shared this gorgeous quilt. I am so utterly enamored with this! Ohio Stars! What a beauty!

One of my 2021 goals is to use my stash of Temecula fabrics, and this is my quilt of choice for that special stuff. It is taking all my self restraint to not go start on it right now. Sheryll did such a great job of blending a variety of shirtings for her neutrals; the stars are on burgundy, black and navy. I am so very much crushing on this quilt. Some of my Temecula collection is shown below; since this first grouping I have acquired more - mostly shirtings - which will be useful in this quilt. Seems sorta' like a perfect match.

Yes, I think I will find plenty to keep me busy in the quilting room, no worries about that. Plus, a bit of spring cleaning, some traveling, and some yard work are in the works. Gonna' be a great month!

Happy Quilting, Friends!