I think far too many of us over schedule ourselves severely during the Christmas season. It's not about the presents and the wrapping and all of the other things we think we have to do. Then we get overtired, grouchy and probably catch something because we haven't been sleeping and are all stressed out. We cut back on a lot of Christmas a few years ago and we honestly haven't missed it. Christmas should be about family and spending some time together. Good luck planning a simpler Christmas which is still beautiful and meaningful.

I really sympathize. I am working on quilts for my 2 granddaughters on my new Brother machine that I've only had for 2 months. I work in retail so you can imagine how much free time I have!! Adding to that is the fact that one of the granddaughters lives with me, along with her mom and brother, so time is very limited when I can work on them without her seeing what I am doing. I've even considered wrapping them unfinished just so they can see them and then finish them up after the holidays. Well, as I was working on one of them today my brand new machine locked up on me. I had to take it back to the dealer and he is now working on it. Heaven only knows when I will get it back. My sister offered me her old machine, but I am so frustrated I think it's best to put these two projects in the back of the closet til after the holidays. Today was definitely not one of my better days, so yes, I can sympathize. And if you find someone to finish your quilts, maybe I can find someone to finish mine too!!

Whatever you decide to do, your grandma loves you and will be overjoyed!

I agree with the others, make some small sample of it with a long letter=HANDWRITTEN=telling her how much you love her and what you are making but it isn't finished yet.

I'll bet that handwritten letter will be a lovingly kept gift, along with whatever she gets from you.

Very few people ever hand write letters any more..sadly, even me. And I treasure the few that I still get from little ones who can barely scrawl out what they want to say.

I agree, do a pillow, one block, and give her a certificate for the quilt later. Maybe a lap size would be more doable after the holidays. Remember to have fun!!!

Another thought would be to do a solid arc DWR. I'll find a pic.

http://www.qheartland.com/pd_double.cfm

You need a sewing buddy. One long marathon weekend and you can have it pieced. Then you can give it even though its not quilted yet.

If you are serious I know a lady who will hand quilt this for you from the piecing right down to the quilting.
She is very reasonable and is an expert and she does excellent work.
if you would like more info PM me.

Thanks Mom!!

Well I have never done a double wedding ring or a single one for that matter but if you trust me I am game. LOL I think Elanore Burns, Quilt in a Day, has a pattern you applique the rings on top by using fussible interfacing and turning it inside out. Then just iron on and zig zag over the edges with clear thread. Maybe an idea to finnish it off that way.

I have a book some where in the mess that has an alternative method too. If I find it I will post the title or maybe some one else knows of it.

Ok I started the paper pieced DWR and since I cannot do scrappy I have to say I LOVE how it is looking Thank you for the motivation to get it done. I cannot wait to show pictures!