Two Down and Two to Go....Well, Almost.

The piecing of Quilt #2 --for Daughter #2 is getting close to completion.  I chose a simpler pattern and more subtle colors for this quilt, based on the recipient's personality.  The pattern was FREE from www.modabakeshop.com.  The quilt is named, "Wiggly Whimsy", designed by Rebecca Silbaugh of Ruby Blue Quilting Studio.

So here we go with some photos--

Seven panels will be connected with gray background sashing

Closer view.  Fabric used, Basic Gray's Black Dress with spikes of color by Kaffe Fasset

Easy pattern

My first quilt is very bright and modern.  This second quilt is more subdued.  I wanted to make this quilt special in some way.  I find that the choice of backing can add an element of surprise or

"zip" to a quilt.  I searched the online fabric shops and our local fabric shop to find the perfect backing for this quilt.  And I know I have found it!   

Here it is--

As you can see, this is "Poppy Lane" by Timeless Treasures

A news print in black, white and red--perfect for my quilt!

Love, love, love the graphics

I think it adds that "snap" needed for this quilt, don't you?

Other stuff:

Please take the time to visit www.Quiltinggallery.com and read about the Sandy Quilt Block Drive.  The drive asks quilters to volunteer to make one or more log cabin quilt blocks (to certain specifications).  The blocks are easy to construct from  your scraps.  I have made two blocks and they are almost done--just need to add the last row of a solid, dark fabric.

Log cabins blocks for Sandy Quilt Block Drive:

See, you can use any of your scraps and make it colorful!

Have a joyful day and add color to our world with lovely quilty projects.

Spring in November

I am still getting used to the seasons in Las Vegas.  I lived in S. California for twenty plus years and had the best weather in the world.  Now I am living In Las Vegas and there is a change of seasons.  But the seasons are are skewed.   Throughout the summer plants and flowers alike go dormant to survive the hot desert temperatures.  The 100 plus degree temperatures start in June and usually end in October; so it is a long, hot summer.
It is November and we are experiencing a rebirth of our garden and flowers.  Our roses are blooming, our vegetables sprouting and the desert cactus and succulents are growing.  It's almost like having a second spring!  This wonderful weather won't last long, though.  The weather forecast shows that cold temperatures are imminent.

Here are some snapshots of our new growth:

Our radishes already need thinning

Our peppers are abundant

The roses are in bloom

Propagating new cactus plants

Bountiful harvest of pomegranates

And lastly, our beloved kitty is growing back her fur coat.  She had a cancerous growth removed from her side about a month ago and it is so encouraging to see her healing.

Sofia is recovering from her surgery.

Here is the guy who makes all the magic happen in our backyard.

My husband, Tom

Some current projects--

November BOM for the "Breakfast Club" at Quiltique

Various projects

Paper Piecing project

Also, happy Veteran's Day to all those who have served our country, including my departed father in World War II, my husband in Viet Nam and my brothers, Bob and Ken for their military services.  

Have a happy week!

What I did on Saturday...

I am really feeling the heat, so to speak.  I have four quilts still to be done, one mini quilt for a swap and a bunch of pillows to be finished by Christmas.   I feel like one of those gerbils on a wheel--running fast but getting nowhere.
Here is what I have accomplished today:

This little block is for a swap.  I have never participated in a swap before, but thought it might be nice to be an active blogger, rather than just an observer.
This needs to be completed by November 20th.
I am having fun with this.

This is a paper piecing project.  The mountains are done--tomorrow the trees.
Paper piecing is fantastic!  Oh, the things you can make with fabric...






The backing fabric came today for my quilt #2.  It's perfect for the quilt design.  Photos to come.