nygal

I've "been there and done that". I just ride it out. Just work on things you want to and when the quilting mood hits you you'll be at it again.

Stitchnripper

I have lost mine too, since December. Mr. Stitchnripper has been having some health issues, while not life threatening, are very draining, and nothing has worked so far. I did "fix up" a 401a I found in the thrift store but other than testing the stitches, I am not interested in sewing. I am just going to ride it out, as nygal says. I'm sure I will get back to it.

tesspug

They used to call it spring fever. It is the long hard winter. My father told me his mother would say, "Your blood is thin." and give them dose of sulpher and molasses. Here it is in Wikpedia: "As a translation of the German term "Frühjahrsmüdigkeit" (lit. "Spring tiredness"), Spring Fever is the name for a temporary mood typically characterized by a state of low energy and weariness experienced by many people in springtime. It is not in the category of a diagnosed illness, but rather a phenomenon thought to be initiated by a change in the season.[h=3][edit]Symptoms[/h]In the northern hemisphere the symptoms usually arise from mid-March to mid-April, and depending on the person may be more or less pronounced. Weariness (despite an adequate amount of sleep), sensitivity to changes in the weather, dizziness, irritability, headaches, and sometimes aching joints and a lack of drive are the most common.
[h=3][edit]Causes[/h]Although the causes of spring fever have not yet been fully resolved,[SUP][2][/SUP] hormone balance may play a role. According to this hypothesis the body’s reserves of the “happiness hormone” serotonin, whose production depends on daylight, become exhausted over the winter, making it especially easy for the “sleep hormone” melatonin to have its effect. When the days become longer in springtime, the body readjusts its hormone levels, and more endorphin, testosterone andestrogen are released. This changeover puts a heavy strain on the body, which responds with a feeling of tiredness.
In addition, temperatures usually fluctuate greatly in springtime. When temperatures rise, blood pressure drops, since the blood vessels expand. Food also plays a role. In winter one tends to consume more calories, fat and carbohydrates than in summer. But during the hormone adjustment period the body requires more vitamins and proteins instead."

kamaiarigby

I also have the same loss of interest, my hip has decided that it has gone past its 'USE BY DATE" I go down to my sewing rooms wander around open my fabric cupboard look at all my lovely fabric and shut the door again. I have set up my frame to 12ft but as yet nothing has been quilted. At the moment my life is reading QB every day and reading books on my e.reader. I am looking forward to some cooler weather in hope that I will knuckle down and start sewing again

pinkcastle

I went through something like this last fall. I was burnt out from making a large queen that I pushed to get done. After it was done, I had no interest in quilting. It took making a small charity baby quilt for my craft group in January to get me excited again. I hope you find something to inspire you back into quilting.

Jingle

Thankfully I haven't had a slump. I am trying to use up as much of my huge stash as possible. I love all aspects of quilting and am always more than eager to work on a quilt.
I hope you get your Mojo back real soon.

Janice McC

Don't worry, it will come back! Consider this a break and do something else you enjoy in the meantime!

mighty

I guess just wait till the urge strikes!!! I find watching quilting shows gets my motor started.

QltrSue

Here's what might help: get a large bucket of soapy water, wash the windows and scrub the floors. Then wash all the bedding and clean out the closets, giving away old stuff and clutter. Open the windows and get rid of the cobwebs. I bet when you are finished you'll be ready for some fun in the quilting studio! Lol!!

kateyb

I ocassionaly have the same thing happen. I will read, embroider, knit or crochet when I'm in a slump about quilting. Sometimes you just need to "get away" from it for a while. Another thing I do is thumb through by quilting books or magazines. Sometimes I just need to striaghten out the sewing room or "clear the clutter" in the rest of the house to be in the mood again. I have found if the house is starting to get to disorganized I feel claustrophobic and cleaning gets me back in the mood to quilt. Right now our son and his girl friend are living with us and I don't have as much "space". I retreat to the sewing room. I also find that during basketball/baseball season I avoid the living room because I find watching sports very boring. Sports are on almost every day. At least football season is only Sunday/Monday. Hubby is retired now.