My husband's mother, Marlene, passed away in Febuary of this year and I spent 2 weeks providing hospice care for her in my in-laws home. During that time, I was just learning how to quilt and she and I would spend hours looking through quilting books for blocks for me to practice making. We found a book of 501 traditional quilting blocks and we put together a list of blocks which had names that either reminded her of a special time in her life or of someone she loved. We had so much fun with this that soon all the family was involved and chosing a block that reminded them of Marlene. I decided I would put all these blocks together into a memory quilt for my husband for xmas. We own a log cabin 4 miles deep into the middle of the Maine woods and it was one of Marlene's favorite places to visit. All the fabric is from a layer cake of Moda, the June Taylor Classic collection and has a campy, wildlife theme which my husband will love and will fit perfectly with the decor at our log cabin paradise. Making these blocks has been a very bittersweet project. I've smiled, laughed and cried while sewing and throughout the process have remembered the very special lady who raised my wonderful husband. Sorry for such a long explanation but I hope everyone enjoys looking!

Very nice. It brought tears to my eyes. You did a wonderful tribute.

This is a beautiful quilt. Your story was precious and carries great meaning for all of us. You were a true blessing to her as well. Great job and I am sure you husband will cherish this.

What a wonderful quilt and what a precious time you spent with your MIL your husband is going to cherish this quilt!

that is a beautiful quilt and a beautiful story, it brought tears to my eyes as well...your husband is going to love it...

Such a beautiful tribute to your MIL. I feel the same about mine. She is a treat to be around and has taught me so many things over the last 36 yrs. But I have to admit, I was the one that got her interested in Quilting and she is hooked for sure. Thanks for sharing your story, makes the quilt even more priceless.

Beautiful!

I loved your little intro to your precious quilt! I think it is a wonderful tribute to her and you. You must have been close. It's great that you were able to spend quality time with here when you did. It was a special time you won't forget.
Great job on the qulit!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :D

What a wonderful story! Just think of the joy you brought to your mother-in-law! How fortunate she was to have a daughter-in-law such as you :-) Your husband will cherish the quilt for so many reasons.

Lori, thanks for the story accompanying the quilt. It really made my heart soar. Your husband is going to cherish that quilt forever. What a wonderful thing you did. And Rosie is too cute!! :D
PS. I was so moved I forgot to mention the border- it's awesome!!