I didn't actually know Grandma very well because we lived far away from each other. Although she was a dedicated quilter, I didn't start quilting until after her death, so it was not something that we shared. However, a few years after she passed, my aunt told my mom that she had found a quilt top in Grandma's things and she wasn't sure what to do with it. My mom told her to send it to me. When the top arrived, I could see that it was all hand-pieced, so I assume that it was put together after Grandma was getting nursing care and could no longer use her sewing machine. I bought backing and batting and hand quilted it. I thought about Grandma a lot while I was working on it. It felt special to have this joint project with her even though she had been gone for years. I sent the completed quilt back to my aunt. When my mom visited my aunt, the quilt was displayed on her guest room bed.

Pretty quilt. Wonderful that you got to help out with a family heirloom! :)

I love it, what a special quilt.

It's Beautiful Grandma's make beautiful quilts

a great job and a lot of memories forever :thumbup: :thumbup:

Pretty!

A wave to grandma in heaven, she would be very proud of You !!!

Very nice quilt!

You did her proud! I think it's so special for you to have had that opportunity. Your aunt & mom must have been so pleased :D

Beautiful :!:

What a wonderful way to share the love of quilting, even if she has passed.

HOW wonderful....a cherished memory for sure and grandma sure made a great quilt and your quilting did it justice

Very pretty. And such a treasure to cherish for the rest of your life.

what a nice story

Great job!!! :thumbup: :D :thumbup:

Wonderful work, by both of you!!!

Isn't it something now how close you feel to your grandma now? Her heart was with you the whole time you were working on it. I know she's proud of you and she really is resting in piece now. Very good job. Beautiful!!

Thank you for sharing such a loving story and beautiful quilt. Your Grandmother would be so proud!

what a great way to do something with your Grandmother! I think it's great that you hand quilted it. Lovely "joint" work! That's certainly a treasure to own.

Aww What a great team you two made, it is beautiful :D:D:D

What a wonderful way to remember your grandmother :)

How very special . What a great connection to her.

What a wonderful connection to your grandma! A family treasure, for sure!

I am seeing that pattern alot lately!! Too much beautiful and I also am finishing a "joint" project w/ my grandma - She only got as far as cutting out the diamonds....I put it into the same pattern - There is an honor beyond belief to finish a project like that

beautiful quilt may it comfort your family for generations

What a beautiful quilt and a beautiful story. You are very lucky to have had an opportunity to do something like this. I am glad your aunt appreciated it and is displaying the quilt.

what a wonderful thing for you to do and what memories. Beautiful quilt

Beautiful!

Very pretty and a great way to get to know Grandma a little.

you did an excellent job finishing it and now everytime you look at you will think of her :) its lovely!

Way to go! You have become part of the chain of quilters throughout generations past and those of the future. I believe you could feel the connection while hand-quilting this lovely quilt. Am I correct? I think I know 'cause I have collected antique and vintage tops and quilts over the years and love the experience of participating in the journey. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

What a treasure! Quilting can tie the generations together.

I know how you felt when you were working on your Grandma's quilt. My Mom gave me Sunbonnet Sue blocks that Grandma had made over 80 years ago. She was going to make a quilt for my Mom, but it didn't get finised. I finished the project and gave it back to my Mom, lots of tears that day. I thought about my Grandma throughout the whole process, I felt like I was visiting her one last time.

i would have called it stars in the snow. Its beautiful, and so nice that it is now being displayed

Absolutely beautiful! What a nice thing to do to send it to your aunt. It would have been difficult for me to give it up.

I love stars this one is very nice

Beautiful and a wonderful memory you have made for yourself.

Beautiful quilt and story. Grandma is smiling down on you and felt your warmth throughout the quilting process!

Great family heirloom! I'm glad you got it and got to finish it for your dear grandma. Treasure it forever!

This brings tears to my eyes. Your aunt must have been so delighted and honored to have this beautiful quilt from her mom. You were so thoughtful to give this back to her to enjoy.