As I have been working on my new quilt, "For these I give thanks," I have been thinking of all the things that I am really thankful for. And one of the main ones is....
Like all of you I'm sure, my family are so very important to me. I still live at home with my mum and dad, and my newly married brother and sister-in-law only live 30 minutes away. I love spending time with them, and I usually prefer to be with them, than with my friends. My brother and I are only 3 years apart in age, and so we grew up virtually being best mates. I have so many wonderful and great memories of my childhood, and teenage years, and they all center around my family.
So everyday I thank God for the wonderful family he has blessed me with. I couldn't have chosen a better one!!
So the 'family' block has been the next addition to my quilt. And I can't wait to do the rest. I am LOVING this quilt! So, what is one thing you thankful for? I would love to hear it!
Yesterday I bought some cheap fabric from Spotlight, and this morning I made some pot holders for a gift. Was my first time making pot holders, but they are so easy and quick to make, that I reckon I will be making more of them.
Yesterday I bought some cheap fabric from Spotlight, and this morning I made some pot holders for a gift. Was my first time making pot holders, but they are so easy and quick to make, that I reckon I will be making more of them.But, what I really love about these two?? That I used the selvedge of the fabric for the hangers.
I reckon it looks great!
And finally, just because they were so yummy, here are some cupcakes I made last satuday.
And yes, they were all eaten within a day or two.
Your quilt is off to a great start!! I'm impressed! :) Cool pot holders! They are a great an easy gift to make too!! I promise to put a picture for the paper bag swap on soon! (I didn't take a picture of mine that I sent to you! Oops!)
ReplyDeleteI really love the idea of your "thankful" quilt. I even consider copying the idea... And I think family would be on top of the list as would be health, hobbies, satisfying job, nature etc...
ReplyDeleteI love your creativity! I've just discovered your blog through another one (the person you're doing the brown bag swap with). I was wondering what type of colored pencils do you use for coloring on fabric?
ReplyDeleteYour work is looking great. I am thankful for the nature around us, having grown up in the hills and now living by the bay I like the space which allows nature to shine.
ReplyDeleteYour cakes look delicious. Happy Easter
Your quilt is lovely, Happy Easter
ReplyDeleteLove & chocolatey kisses
Allison
http://bucknchooky.blogspot.com/
I loved hearing about your family Sam. I hope that my kids will feel like you do about your brother. They consider each other as friends now which is really important I think. Hopefully they will be a support system to each other in the future!
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