I've unfortunately had a "life got in the way" weekend. I had an unexpected appointment for my car at the dealership, so no quilting to be had. Today was groceries, I also get my DFIL's again due to rising Covid numbers, cleaning house, laundry,brownies, and chicken pot pie for supper, so again no sewing. I was feeling bummed out since it is VQW, then I reread the dates, and am happy to say, I'll be sewing tomorrow.

I've been lurking on here this weekend, watching and reading about everyone's progress, beautiful, inspiring work. Keep up the great work. 👍

Got my charity project quilted with a small hiccup...I misjudged the backing and it ended up being too. Luckily found a fix at quiltedjoy.com

One more day, yay! I should be able to sew the final borders on Grassy Creek!

Feeling victorious. Conquered my fear of applique and made the cornerstones on my Bear Paw quilt. Then attached borders 2,3 and 4 to quilt. (Less work than it sounds like. 2&3 were already sewn together). When I laid it out...came out BEAUTIFUL. I had purchased flannel for backings at a hot sale this summer so just pieced it together. 2 quilts ready to sandwich

I chose fabric from my stash for the Baby whale quilt. (check)

I began cutting out 2 of the whale blocks using Minky fabric. (check)

Hindsight: Not sure it was a wise choice with minky having a nap and stretch. Also, the whale block pattern shows piecing the units. I have never pieced minky before...sooo I will stop cutting and do a trial block. I will let you know if it works!

Monday morning update: I am still feeling the Whoo Hoo!
1. Finish pillow for my granddaughter - not finished but made some progress.
2. Make more 4x4 grids squares (16 squares each) from my 2.5" squares - Goal of 50 Made 39 and have plenty of 2.5's to make more.
3. Add binding to brown quilt and maybe hand stitch it to the back. Three of the four sides are finished.

I am pleased to have made this progress over the week-end. Now back to my week of work with a bit of quilting sprinkled in here and there. Congratulations everyone on your progress.

I finished the binding on a lap quilt (yay). I love binding, but for some reason I really struggled with this one. 🤷‍♀️

I also cut out all the background fabric for my next quilt.

I forgot that it was a three day VQW. I will prepare the binding for my just finished quilt and work on my Debby Brown color block project.

Quilting vagabond, you’ve done a great job keeping up with BH’s grassy creek.

So far I got my log cabin together. Now I need to cut and add holly leaves and berries. Also got one rag quilt done. I’ll get another rag quilt today.

Early Monday Update
 

Well, today is the day I tackle getting my quilting corner organized. It's not as bad as it usually is and shouldn't take me too long to do. At least I hope. I've got a couple things that have gone M.I.A, so finding those are top priority. I just hope I don't create an even bigger mess trying to locate them. https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/eek.png

tropit - yes, the little kitty is the needle minder. On the back there is a daisy, so it's like it's interchangeable but I love that sweet kitty face, it makes me smile and keeps me motivated. I also haven't lost my needle yet since I got it, I'm always losing it for one reason or another.

sewbizgirl - there are times I have to stop and kind of reflect on my past pets and some of my family's pets, but it just reminds me that I'm doing this for them and it doesn't bog me down that much. I bawled harder at Hobby Lobby when I found the pattern.

Raggiemom - feeling much better this morning, took my Aleve as soon as I woke up and so far, aches are down to a dull roar and dimming by the minute. Yesterday was harder because it took so long to find it, today will be much easier.

Some great work being done here!

I have finished the binding on the Little Red Truck tree skirt! I never imagined that I would manage to progress this far on it this quickly. I still need to add buttons for tires and sort out the closure (I'm planning on doing velcro tabs - very simple). But then it will be done! And I only started this project on Dec 30th. https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images...es/biggrin.png I realise that for many, this would have been finished in a day or two, but in my particular life stage I currently don't have that much time to devote to quilting. So I'm feeling impressed with myself. But before I can get too impressed I do need to actually finish off the last couple of steps...

I should also note that copycat was a good influence - I also put the Christmas decorations away yesterday!! https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/tongue.png

Happy quilting!!

My bearpaw finish! (Top anyway).

2nd victory: I figured out how to post pictures!

love that bearpaw rff1010! I just cut the borders, boy did I squeak by having enough! I sure hope my math is right or I may be having to come up with Plan B

Top is done!

I was able to sew today 😁. Got three jelly roll table runners zigzagged together, along with a rug. So I am happy with my progress today.
​​​​​​Rff1010, beautiful bear paw, so glad you mastered applique.👍 It is alot of fun to do.
Vagabond, wow.... Love your border choices, great quilt.

Tomorrow I put a white circle in each eye, sew the blocks together and add borders. Top is done! Hope to have it quilted by next week so I can give it to the little tyke. Didn't go near as fast as I thought it would. Saw some fabulous work this weekend and it is inspiring.

Quiltah Mama--glad you were able to join us today. Hope to "see" you next month!

jmoore--glad you found a fix :)

WMUTeach--Whoo Hoo!!!

QuiltingVagabond--congrats on getting your BH top done.

I didn't get any quilting done today but did catch up quite a few things around the house and on the computer. All is all, it was a productive weekend for me. And now I can play in my sewing room most of the week.

Looking forward to seeing all of you again next month!

Bravo on your huge accomplishment, Kathy! https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png

I got 5 quilt bindings done, and cut all my 2.5" squares for the Birthday Swap year. I'm happy!

Thanks for another good VQW, Heather. They are always fun!

Been good to see everyone busy. Vagabond, great finish.
Managed to get UFO quilted. and my round for RR finished.

Whoopdido! A finished flimsy! And new tech skills all in one day. The quilt is lovely and so, "northwoods".