How shocking to be writing a design wall blog post! It has been a while since I have done that - maybe about a year?!
My design wall had been covered by pieces of a quilt that my dear friend Diane started before she passed away, and I just couldn't get going on it. I guess the timing wasn't right and maybe I had some grieving to do first?
This is how far I got on the project while at retreat.
Diane had all the background fabrics cut, and there were no more of those in the bag, so it will become as big as those beige squares allow.
I got working on it again this weekend and am close to finishing this lovely scrappy version of Bonnie Hunter's free pattern for Smokey Mountain Stars. I know this pattern as "Stretch Stars".
It's so bright and scrap happy, and has been fun to work on, while I pour over my memories of Diane.
I plan to finish this quilt in her honour and donate it to one of the charities that she enthusiastically supported.
Linking up to Design Wall Monday
10 comments:
Just a lovely QIP, Kathy;))) And wonderful memories along with it to enjoy...hugs, Julierose
So sorry for your loss. My best quilter friend passed away almost five years ago. She left behind so many quilt tops that she wanted to finish herself on my longarm. Thankfully, her son gave them all to me. It made me feel so close to her to work on them. Their absence from your life leaves a big hole. Hope your sweet memories of her continue to give you peace and remember the joy of your friendship.
This is so great that you are finishing the quilt in honor of your friend!
That's a sweet and scrappy design, Kathy! I love the color in those stars that form. Diane would be happy that you're finishing it up for her!
I like that the stars stand out so well on this version of slanted stars. Thanks for the link to the pattern. Diane started a very pretty quilt. I'm glad the time is right for you get it finished for her. It will make whoever receives it very happy.
sweet photo of you and your friend enjoying Ben & Jerry's I need to get some ice cream - it's been awhile! Love your quilt
I'm sorry about the loss of your friend. What a precious gift you had in this quilting friend. You are so brave to finish this quilt, but it will hold some blessed memories for you.
Beautiful quilt. Quilts with memories and stories are the most meaningful. Glad to see you back at the sewing machine.
First-I am sorry for the loss of your friend. Second-it's wonderful you are able to finish it and have sweet memories of her. I am sure she was looking down as you were sewing away.
Good to see you post. Yes, grieving needs to be done. However long it takes. Love making those slanted stars.
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