Three of the 4 quilts that I did as gifts this year. Done not an hour before My husband left for BC on a trip that took him by family. I stayed up all night to get them quilted. I wasn't chancing them in the mail.

The last quilt I did for gifts. I am still working on ones for my kids.

They are just GREAT..

Don't cha just love the look on there faces when they recieve such a precious gift!!!

That makes me say sure I will make you one and you one.. and then after I open my mouth i say ...

Dawn Dawn here you go again.. Someday I will have quilts from me to me in my house!

Great work!! Time to start another I am sure!

I actually did a lap quilt since then for my kids to take to a birthday party. I haven't gotten any pictures yet. I have requested some from the new owner. I also have 2 more started. I wanted to do some hand work so I am putting one together in the house when I am spending time watching tv with the family. I have also started a lap quilt for my youngest and plans for two more for my other two kids. I promised myself one as well for my bed. Funny my son has 2 for his bed and I have none for mine.

My family gets together every two years in the summer for Christmas and I need to do 5 this year for it. We pick name so normally I would have 4 but one of my sisters is due in Mar so every ones buys for the new addition. Luckily it will only be a crib quilt.

Cute buns those are some really nice quilts, you do beautiful work, are they machine or hand quilted? great :D

They are machine quilted. This summer after we moved he bought me a grand quilter by pfaff ane the big table to go with it. I love it. I am getting used to using it. It takes a bit to get a hang of some of it. Makes basic quilt a lot easier. It is definatly easier than laying it out on the floor or even a table to get the peices together.

Those are awesome!! You did a fantastic job!!! Thanks so much for sharing the joy of the recievers too!!

They are beautiful... You are so lucky to have a grand quilter... That is nice..

Beautiful quilts, i got a quilt frame for christmas, but i haven't try it out yet. Still have to get material for the leaders. I'm hoping real soon to try it out. keep up the great work cutebuns and thanks for sharing.

Cutebuns:
Your quilts are beautiful. Can I get my name on your "gift" list?
Thanks for sharing.

Feathers

Wow! Those are some beautiful presents! I can tell everyone was thrilled! Great job Santa!

Beautiful!

I am happy that everyone loved their quilts. After they learned that I started quilting, they were hoping that I had their name for Christmas. I have only been quilting a year in Oct. I did a count in my head and I think I came up with around 20 quilts. Luckily not all full size. I have done at leave 2 baby quilts and several lap quilts. I have learned from all of them. There have only one or two that have broken my heart to give away. Most have gone to family so I get to visit any time I want. It isn't even that they all about my favorite things. They are as varied as the people that they went to. All of that and I have one lonely halloween lap quilt that is the only one I can call mine. And my kids steal it on a regular basis. That is why I am making them all a lap quilt.

Feathers, I would love to put you on my list. Unfortunatly it is a long one. for this year already I have 10 quilts on that list. That is if nothing else comes up.

I would also like to thank everyone on their compliments. Even though I like what I see in the end, I am never sure what others are going to think. I love quilting, the hardest part most of the time is making it fit the reciever. I try to match the quilt to the person. These all went to BC. To people I don't see a lot of. They are family luckily. I seem to hit them well. For this summer I have asked for a list of favorites from everyone. Color, animal, something that I can focus on.

cutebuns, they're all very nice. Congratulations on the quilting setup, I for one am envious!
your BIL looks like he has a halo!

Wow! That's all I can say. I'm simply amazed at how well you are doing and how prolific a quilter you are. Your family is very, very blessed!
~Tiffany

All I can figure is that you must not need much sleep! And, that the creative juices are always flowing at your house. I love all of your creations---what a lucky family you have!
~Joan

I don't sleep a lot. Not on a regular basis anyway. I grew up with my mom sewing, knitting and crocheting all the time. She encouraged us to follow our head and not what others told us. Even know with my own kids I encourage them to follow their imaginations. Who knows if in their world the skies aren't green or purple. Pink with yellow polka dots. my imagination doesn't have an off button either. Even though I have 10 quilts on the list of things to do, I have ideas for a dozen or more in my head, that aren't on the list. I have probably forgotten twice that since I started quilting. Some days it drives me nuts because it won't stop. there is no way to turn it off. I just plug away at what I do. I don't have a regular job right now either so that helps me have time to do all of that. I do a lot of embroidery work on the side as well. I have a really nice embroidery machine. When I have time I will take more pics of my sewing space. I took over the garage when we moved into this house. It is a pretty sweet set up. My husband knew though that if I didn't take over the garage that it would end up all over the house. I need an little more organization so if any one wants to come and help with that I am game.

Count me in on the organization help then you can come to my house and help me with my organizing! You have a garage to organize, I have a 5 bedroom house with full basement! Yikes, I think I'm making a good deal here. LOL
Feathers

You bet, when can I expect you. No chance that you live close to Edmonton Alberta eh?

What a kind heart you have. You put a lot of thought in the quilts to
try and match them to the people and then did such a nice job.
Keep up the good work, you little worker bee, you.

CuteBuns...nah, I live on the West coast of USA...I think the commute might be too far! Drat, here I thought we had a good deal about to happen! :wink: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Feathers

Forgot to tell you I think the kitten in your Avatar is darling.

Feathers

You are right, I believe we do live to far apart. Too bad. From the sounds of it we both could use the extra help. The kitten's name it Donnie and was born around the beginning of Nov. He is one of the runts. Maybe other people will volunteer now that they know we need them. hahahaha

Very nice. I think they all love them. Great gifts.

Kyia

there is nothing better than to see someone you love wrapped up in one of your quilts. i feel like i am giving permanent hugs when i give someone a quilt that i have made especially for them.
oh yes, i forgot to mention that i love your quilts. especially the one for your nephew.

I can't believe you've only been quilting for a year. You do good work!

I have only been quilting a short time but I have been sewing seriously for quiet a bit longer. I started sewing when I was a child and when I started having kids I started sewing all the time. I also do machine embroidery and have to years. The two go very well together. I have fun and I am a quick learner. I also like reading so I have picked up a lot that way. I have yet to take a course. I have been curious about taking one but not sure what level they would clasify me. I don't know that I could handle it from the start. If I can remember to I would like to do the next course that this site offers.

I'm wondering how much time you all spend every day working on quilting projects?

That is a great question for everyone sunflower! I'd love to hear how much time each person puts into quilting every day. I spend probably 2 hours a day on quilting, often more, sometimes less. I confess I should spend more but I am on this dratted computer playing around waaaaay more often then I probably should be. :lol:
~Tiffany

I don't actually quilt everyday. I would like to but I do lots of other things as well. I am a stay at home mom so that gives me a little extra time. I focus pretty good when I am doing them, probably because for the most part I am running behind and the deadline is close. I can usually do a top in two days, three tops when I am focused. I actually did all three of my kids origional quilts in 5 days and that was when I was working and worked 3 of those evenings. The only thing I had done before was on set of embroidery done. I will have to take pictures of them. I haven't yet. I am very fast. Probably due to the amount of sewing I do. My mom is fast as well. I don't know if that is something you inherit or not. Probably helps that I do lots of things with my hands like crocheting and woodworking that I have really good fine motor skills and hand eye coordination. I did this dress before Christmas for my daughter mess dinner for cadets. She thinks she needs a new one every year. I don't mind for the most part as it only cost me about $40 compared to the hundreds I know some of them spent. On the tree in the back ground there are ornaments done on my embroidery machine. So I tend to multi task as well. While that machine is going I usually sew stuff. These days usually quilting. My husband suffers from PTSD so this is also my strss reliever. I don't know what I would have done without my sewing room. I do have a very limited attentions span and often get sidetracked.

I sew at the speed of slow. It used to really bother me but I've finally just learned to accept it, mostly. And it is handy when teaching beginners to quilt, something that is always exciting! At home I don't really notice it, but I have several Bee's I'm in and I go on an annual quilt retreat for four days every Autumn. That is when I really notice how slowly I sew. I have to admit, I envy you for being able to sew fast.

Your daughter's dress is beautiful! She is very blessed to have a mom who sews. I tell people I don't sew, I quilt. There really is a big difference.

I am sorry to hear about your husband. My ancestors have been involved in the military going back centuries. My father served 31 years and deals with PTSD, though he would flatly deny this. It's so hard on everyone, the family and the person dealing with this alike. My heart goes out to you and I hope you don't mind if I keep you and your husband in my prayers?

I must confess, one of my husband's nicknames for me is Sidetrack. I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one with that tendancy! :lol:
~Tiffany

Hi Sunflower:
How many hours a day do I quilt? Well, I'm a BAD sleeper so if I happen to not sleep I'm up sewing. Somedays I sew many hours, other days I don't sew at all. I have so many projects that I love to do that I get "sidetracked," too. On an average I'd say I sew about 4 hours a day. You have to know that I'm retired, have no children left at home and have a husband who is happy to putz around the house, watch sports on TV and do little jobs for our animal rescue. He doesn't require me to do anything but whatever makes me happy. He makes me happy...sewing does too. I'm also very much into cooking, baking, and just a smidgen on the DON'T LIKE side of housekeeping but I can't stand a dirty house, either, so I do what I need to to stay comfy in my own mind about the shape my house is in.
Feathers

I am lucky that I am fast because I am also impatient most of the time as well. I don't knit because it takes too long. I also don't pin when I am sewing or quilting for the most part. Yet again with the amount that I have sewn helps. I am pretty acurate so my points etc go together pretty easily. Pressing the right direction helps a lot as well.

I am sorry your dad won't admit the PTSD. I will admit that living with the desease is not easy. There are good days and bad days and days you barely get threw. It is hard on everyone. Luckily very close by there is a very good friend of his that is in the military that I can call if I need help with him. He is fairly stable right now but I can see bumpy roads ahead when his release comes threw. The military is the only thing he knows. He started in cadets when he was a kid and then there was reserves and them the regulat force. You may definatly keep us in your prayers. I keep all those that have served, are serving and will serve in mine. Both my grandfathers served during war time. 1 in WW1, 1 in WW2. Before that I am not sure. Neither one would talk much on the subject.

It is true that if you just quilt, you are a quilter. Luckily for those that sew the transition isn't as hard. When I was supposed to be doing the quilts I was making the candy cane holders (over 200) and a few other projects. I wanted the quilts done by Dec 1. I don't think I even started them until Dec 6 or 7. All 4 were done when hubby took a trip to BC on the 18th. Plus I did Katrina's dress in there. It only took a day to do the dress thankfully. I am trying to take things back a bit though. I have started doing a little hand work in the house. That way I can work and still be in the house with the family. It is going well to tell the truth. Never thaught it would as it takes longer. I want to learn to quilt by hand as well.You are very lucky to get to go on weekends and such. I am curoius about them. I just thiink how much fabric I could by with the money spend on them.

Oh cutebuns, you sure do get a lot done. I'm simply amazed.

You know, I don't think I know of any quilters who actually enjoy housework. I think we all just do as much as we have to before heading back to play with our fabrics and whatnot. :-D

I try not to worry about my housework to much. That's why I have kids, to do it for me. Too bad it isn't working out that way. hahahahaha. Actually I grew up with the philosophy that your housework will be there tomorrow. No matter what, somethings like you kids won't always be there. I am thinking even if I do do it today, it will still be there tomorrow. My husband helps a bunch. I trained him well. I can't seem to keep my sewing room clean no matter what I do thoug, and I have actually tried.
Here are a few pictures. Only difference right now is only my son is laying on the table.

Whew! Cutebuns, you make me feel much better. Thank you. :D
~Tiffany

I know, isn't it bad! And it is cleaner than it has been if I'm in the middle of things. Plus I have only been in here since Aug. I am trying to organize but then somepthing like Christmas happens and I have no time between much. I have too much stuff. though if I do it right it will all fit and I will have room for more.

Ugh! Moving! That says it all. That one word can cover a multitude of sins. :wink:
~Tiffany

Cutebuns:
May I come over and "play" in your garage? Like our grandson said of another grandson a few years ago "I like to play with Justin, he has neat toys!" You have NEAT toys. I see you have several sewing machines and one of those Rowenta irons that have the water basin underneath. How do you like that iron? I've been tempted to get one but haven't talked to anyone who has one. Your quilting frame is pretty cool, too. Does it have a quilting machine like a Gammill or something with it? My sewing room is a converted bedroom so I don't have alot of room but I do have ALOT in the room. It's crowded and only special friends and family are allowed in it as I'd be afraid casual friends would think I was mentally ill with all the STUFF stuffed in that room but I love it as I'm sure you love your garage. We have a garage...maybe I could convert ours into a nice room????....naaaaa, DH would'nt have anyplace to put his stuff if I did that. Thanks for sharing your room....I'll bet the wood stove crackling really makes things comfy and nice for you. It looks like your kids have a good spot in there to be with you but still be able to watch TV....it's a perfect room! Good for you.

Feathers

I don't sleep all that much. Not if I can help it.

I am fast. Don't know if I would be better if I slowed down. Sometime I wonder how it feels like to be able to take my time.

Anyone wants to come and play they are more than welcome. I love company. So far most of my company has been a beginner. I would actually like to quilt with someone who knows as much or more than I do.

I wish I had a Gammil or something of the sort. I am using a grand quilter hobby 1200 phaff right now on the table. I love the table, I would like a longer arm. I love ot for piecing, it has a good foot and it is fast. It only does a straight stitch which is okay because both the brother and the janome both have more stitches that I could ever ask for or use. They aso both do embroidery. I have to pay off the embroidery machine before I think of spending that on another machine.

My kids are actually laying on my cutting table. It is good and sturdy. I found it out in the back pasture. Towed it in with my husbands quad. It has really nice wheels on it. It moves when I need it too. the kids love it up there. There is lots of chairs that they can sit on as well. I just recently put a second tv in. That way everyone can see and hear when the machines are going.

My iron just the way It is sitting looks better than it is. I got it from wal mart and it is a ge. So far i am really happy with it. It has a little weight, makes it easier to press and not iron.

Most people think that I am cracked, probably because this room is stuffed with all sorts of stuff. Origionally it was only going to be for sewing. Then a few crafts moved in. then a few more things. Then the cats, then the dog. The kids leave pieces of themselves all the time. I love it. Mess and all. Not that I don't wish that I could get a handle on it. It would make my life easier. The garage is 17 x 32. And I have filled most of it.

I love my wood stove. On the really cold days I throw an extra log on and sit by it and keep warm and toasty. It is funnt, I sent the quilts to my mom because i was out of time to clean them up and she said the smell of wood smoke on them sent her back. We spent 10 years in an old farm house in my growing up years and it was warmed by a wood stove.

We bought my husband a big shed for his stuff. I kicked him out there. I think we all deserve a big dedicated area to do our stuff. It took me years to get a place I like this.

Everybody is going to get tired of reading all of this. I am realy long winded today.