Friday, May 13, 2011

Blogger's Quilt Festival

This is one of my most meaningful quilts I have made so far.  Thinking always of my grandmother who taught me to sew, this quilt is in memory of her.  I made this snowball with pieces I cut from worn linens made by my grandmother from the same era as the reproduction prints.  Though Grandma is long gone, having died at age 99, I can see and feel her right here with me.  Hugs Grandma and a big "Thank you"!!  Now, click on the orange button below to enjoy the online quilt show from Amy.

Amy's Creative Side | Bloggers' Quilt Festival


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16 comments:

  1. TeresaMay 14, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    I really love this quilt! I'm glad that it has parts of your grandma in it to make it extra lovely!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Scraps R UsMay 14, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    What a cleaver way to finish a quilt. I think the quilts that have something unique are the best. Great Quilt

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  3. SandraMay 14, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    What a great way to rescue/preserve the work of your grandmother. Kudos.

    Come see my entries, #212 repro cheddar stars and #216 antique 1850 applique flower garden

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  4. KarmenMay 14, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    That is such a wonderful quilt and wonderful story to go with it! Karmen

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  5. KarenMay 14, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    I really love what you did with your Grandmother's linens. You have a wonderful heirloom quilt.

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  6. Anne at Film and ThreadMay 15, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Those linens are gorgeous and what a great way to showcase them. Your Grandma would be so happy to see this.

    I also like your story up above about the fabric from your husband. So sweet : )

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  7. LonciMay 15, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    I love this, beautiful:)

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  8. Laurel H.May 16, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Great story, and very nice quilt.

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  9. stitchinpennyMay 16, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I love all the pieces of your grandmother's life that you worked into this fantastic quilt.

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  10. EileenMay 17, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    Precious! What a wonderful memory quilt. It's beautiful and thanks so much for sharing. Have a great day

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  11. KarenMay 17, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    What a beautiful collection of fabrics in your wonderful quilt. So many special memories!

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  12. Kelly RachelMay 17, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Your Grandma would be so proud! Great work, looks absolutely beautiful.

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  13. Sarcastic QuilterMay 18, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Ah, that is just precious.

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  14. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    What a great story. My grandmother taught me to sew when I was a child. I should do something like this to commemorate her.

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  15. SherryMay 23, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    What a beautiful quilt & story. I bet your Grandma would be proud!

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  16. LeslieMay 29, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    this is beautiful. i love the vintage feel of it. and such a great story.

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