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






16 comments:

Teresa said...

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!

Scraps R Us said...

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

Sandra said...

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

Karmen said...

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

Karen said...

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

Anne at Film and Thread said...

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 : )

Lonci said...

I love this, beautiful:)

Laurel H. said...

Great story, and very nice quilt.

stitchinpenny said...

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

Eileen said...

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

Karen said...

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

Kelly Rachel said...

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

Sarcastic Quilter said...

Ah, that is just precious.

Unknown said...

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

Sherry said...

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

Leslie said...

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