And we're off...

After finishing the monstrous Anchor's Away quilt I've been working on all summer, I decided to tackle a new project. I came up with my own pattern and started cutting.

Hopefully my measurements are correct!

Anchor's Away

I finally finished Dana's Old Red Barn Co. Quilt Along. Three months later. Geesh.
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This quilt was made for my Aunt who has spent the year battling cancer AND WINNING. She finally finished chemo on August 31 and was feeling well enough to join the family for Labor Day activities at the Lake.

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The end is in sight

The quilting is finished, the pins have been removed, and the binding is attached. Now I just need to hand sew it and my Old Red Barn Co. Quilt Along quilt will be finished. I can't wait to move on to my next project.

Strip-tastic

Look at this lovely collection of strips. They're just waiting to be sewn into something marvelous!

Back in the Saddle Again...

Back where a friend meets a friend....
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Oh, sorry - I got carried away there. It must be the sleepiness since it's after midnight and as much as I SHOULD be in bed, I'm actually awake and finishing another evening of quilting. That's three nights of sewing this week! So exciting and I feel like I'm finally back in the groove.
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I finished a top tonight and made the backing. I hope to layer and pin it tomorrow and get the quilting finished before Labor Day. Here's a sneak peek at the backing:

The colors aren't really "me" but they're perfect for the intended recipient. Let's hope I make my deadline!

Newest fabric

I'm finally back on the quilting wagon. I'm trying to finish Dana's quilt along using these fabrics.
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The return to my sewing machine was inspired by a shopping trip to Nancy's Fabric Store in Las Vegas. I spent way too much but I'm love with all the fabric I purchased. It will be fun to see what I create out of the following....

Austin inspiration

Inspiration for my next quilt, compliments of the Austin Convention Center.

Now if I could only find some time to sit down and quilt...