Well Into Spring!

So things are a little different everywhere these days and certainly have been for weeks now. I trust this finds each of you healthy and sane. I have been able to finish several crafting projects and have read a few books, which is always gratifying. My days begin with a walk around our neighbourhood, which is a habit that had ebbed a bit this Winter. I have rediscovered how truly wonderfully invigorating and mind clearing it is, a great way to begin any day. Take care of yourself and loved ones, remember the importance of being kind and generous. Be well and enjoy this continually changing journey we are all on. ox

Images:
Our Tiberius several days ago enjoying the morning sun.
A shawl I knit as a gift for a friend who generously sent me the yarn as a surprise.
A completed quilt front, part of a quilt that is a gift for my sweetheart (a long overdue project).

A Quilt, A Tote, Trillium Blooms And Decay In The Woods

Gradation gifts, Trillium blooms and decay found during a walk in the woods.
The embroidery tulip sample on the quilt back was crafted by my husband's paternal grandmother, so wonderful to include and honour her work.
Enjoy the journey. ox

Bits Of Summer

A sundress for my goddaughter, hand knit butterfly and cocoon, a quilt for my twin sister, and an image of our kitty's paw seeking moth. Enjoy this journey, my dears. ox

Spring is a Wonderful Season

An image of a completed melmade quilt, along with a couple of photos taken during a walk in the woods earlier in the month, and a bloom from the garden. More soon! Enjoy the journey. xo

Hello Lovelies!

Recently completed a king sized quilt commission for dear friends.
Tiberius enjoys all the quilts I create.
An earflap hat for a wee mite celebrating his first birthday.
The Turkey Tail fungi is amazingly pretty.
Enjoy the journey.

Summer Days Are Colour Full!

A baby girl quilt commission.
The peonies were gorgeous!
As were the irises!
Enjoy the journey.

Triangles And Tulip

Tulip in full bloom.
The triangles quilt was well received!
Hope all is well in your corner of the planet.
Enjoy the journey.
ox

A Bit Of Stitch Work

1. Commissioned baby quilt
2.  Gift for a recent high school graduate - Tiberius likes to be involved
3. Meditation pillow - one of four (a long overdue project)

Another Quilt

Inspired by this quilt.

A Quilt - after a year long break

More images here.

A Walk In The Woods

More photos here.

March - Snow, Sunshine, Sewing

Finally put together a quilt front, after more than a year.
Did up several zippered pouches (noodlehead tutorial), trying to gain more confidence using the zippered foot on my sewing machine, so I can tackle circular meditation pillows.
Made up another Monk's Bag today, same fabrics as this one.
Loving this flickr photostream.
Otchipotchi creations never cease to amaze.
I always enjoy 3191 Miles Apart projects.
Hope all is well where you are.
We still have lots of snow, cold temperatures, but lots of sunshine this week!
Enjoy this amazing journey.

Done!

Birthday Quilt For Someone Special

A melmade original quilt - Summer 2013

You can find an image of the quilt back here.
The binding has been attached and I am currently finishing hand stitching it in place.
Hope your summer days are treating you well.
Enjoy the journey.

Sneak Peek

For someone special.
Sorry for my absence, will be back soon.
Hope all is well wherever you are.
Enjoy the journey.

Happy Holiday Weekend, Canada!

Thought I would share my practice piece I finished binding this week. Tiberius has already made good use of it. Happy Canada Day weekend to all our Canadian loved ones (Canada Day is July 1st). Thanks again to each of you who made my birthday so special.
Enjoy the journey.

She Loved It!

Our niece loved her quilt, as did Tiberius!!!
Enjoy the journey.

A Quilt For Someone Special

A quilt for ABA - Spring 2013

Happy weekend to each of you! The quilt is now complete. I finished hand stitching the binding on Friday and it has been laundered. Now all I have to do is package it up and get it sent in the post. Here is an image of the back, which gives a nice close up of the quilting done in orange thread. I rented time on a local long arm quilting machine, Glenna, my teacher and friend is always such a tremendous help and so supportive.
Hope all is well wherever you are.
Enjoy the journey.

Sewing Bits

 Did a bit of sewing over the past couple of weeks which means I am slowly working through some of my fabric stash. I made a throw for the house, a quick project and super cuddly. Made up seven totes, always useful, using this pattern (minus the lining).  Also put together another infinity scarf using a wonderfully soft fabric.  Finally put together a new duvet cover and am quite pleased with it, I have posted an image on flickr. Also finished up a few quilt blocks, using up some leftover fabric from previous projects and am still trying to decide how they will come together in a quilt front or two (see flickr for images).
Everything is very green after the rain we have had. It has been a great spring for wildflowers and the roses are blooming up a storm.  The vegetables are progressing slowly but surely.  The hummingbirds have made an appearance so the feeders are out and frequently attended by the winged wonders.  Hope all is well wherever you are.  Enjoy the journey.

December Days

Hello to each of you! We have an Amaryllis planted at our home, hoping it will bloom for Christmas. Sent off a commissioned baby quilt last week and we heard word that the recipient, a healthy wee boy, arrived yesterday. Found the Jolly Wee Elf pattern on the website of a favourite shop on the West Coast. The elf is a pretty easy project and terribly cute and festive.  What have you been up to? Enjoy the journey.