Update

My sister Anna Laura has gone back to Idaho. She brought lots of inspiration and techniques to show us. I miss her already. Those who didn't make it to our Joann's outing missed a fun evening. We stayed until closing.

Charleen Tringali joined the group last week. Her project was serging burp cloths for baby.

Lenora finished 2 baby quilts last week. We've learned a new technique for stitchless double fleece blankets. Fun and quick to complete.

Cathy started her Christmas table centerpiece and brought all her special occasion table mats to show. So we now have pictures of her projects. I understand Jill's birthday dinner was very special with the Happy Birthday mat being used for the first time.

Stacy is making great progress on her double wedding ring quilt and it is beginning to take shape. Can't wait to see it finished.

Libby has become a World traveler this summer, so we have missed her at class. However, she told me that she had visited 4 quilt shops in Utah last week, so it will be fun to see what she will be doing when she gets back.

Elizabeth should be ready to start a new project this week.

Here are the latest Snapshots (click on the photos to enlarge):

Fall Door Hanging & Leaf Place Mat


Lenora's 1st quilt.

Kids Pillowcase Project

The photos here are a few of the projects we worked on this past year. As you can see, our group is not just about making big quilts. We've made table toppers, door hangings, kids pillowcases, placemats, table runners and some pillows as well as beautiful quilts. We are open to all kinds of creative endeavors. Most were beginners and new to quilting and some came to finish up projects started long ago.

We are looking into photo transfers onto cloth, which can be used in a number of ways. I'm comfortable with quilting, but blogging is new to me so please bare with me until I get the little things figured out.

This week Elizabeth finished the top to her Ragged Hearts quilt. She added some creative sashing to her's. Turned out really cute. Lenora worked hard on a fleece blanket for her grand daughter and has probably completed it already. Stacy completed some more ring for her double wedding ring quilt. It's coming right along. We missed Libby and Cathy this week.

Our next class will be an outing on 8/13/08. We will meet at Claim Jumpers Restaurant at 6 pm for dinner and then cross the parking lot to Joann's where we will have instructions from Anna Laura on choosing fabrics for projects. We will try to plan outings to other fabric and craft stores in the future. So no sewing in class next week.

If you would like to join us or have questions please call me at 291-5977.

Happy stitching and remember to have fun.

Marva

PRESENTING..............

Single Irish Chain table quilt by Marva

Our group has been very busy with individual projects. Lenora is working on a twin bed quilt called "Garden Paths". She is using a line of beautiful rose floral fabrics called "Love and Inspiration and it is stunning. Will post the finished picture when done.

Libby is finishing up 2 lovely quilts. A blue and white single Irish Chain just completed. She is also doing "Garden Paths" in a combination of Autumn colors. Same pattern, totally different look. It will look beautiful on her table this Fall. Also, she has begun a dainty baby quilt called "Sweet Hearts" in pinks and lavenders. Pretty scallop edges. Can't wait to see it finished.

Cathy has been working on quilted table center pieces for holidays and special occasions. She has completed Halloween, Birthday, St. Patrick's Day, Valentines Day, and Thanksgiving. She plans to start Christmas next.

Elizabeth is working hard to finish her "Ragged Hearts" quilt. Looking good!

Stacy has recently joined our group and is working on a "Double Wedding Ring" quilt. It's beginning to take shape beautifully. It will be a masterpiece when completed. Way to go Stacy!

Will post pictures of the projects soon. Check back often.

Marva is finishing up several projects too. "Ragged Hearts" and 2 table quilts. An octagon with large appliqued roses and a red and white quilt with applique and embroidery with alternating 9 Patch and cherries blocks.