Hello readers, my last post I shared two sneak peeks, one is still on the machine being quilted so the sneak peeks will continue on that one, but the other quilt is back in it's owners arms and I have been given the OK to it share it with you all!
Cat - of Catalina's Cottage is back in full force thinking of others , creating for others because she cares.
Made from scraps and a whole heap of love, this lovable, hug-able quilt is going to one of Cat's friends that she felt needed a quilt hug.
Cat chose "Amour" all over quilting design, the hearts are a perfect choice. I did add an extra heart in between the large heart and the inner smaller one, but every so often I left the extra bit out, just for interest.
Polyester batting was Cat's choice and two vintage sheets for the backing. I chose a yellow thread called 'Sunshine'. The quilt measures 70" x 78" so it is an excellent size for snuggling up under, especially when the cooler months arrive..........by they way are they coming soon? I have been melting the last few days here in Northland!
Just recently my sisters and I had the job of sorting our parents life long possessions, a big job, many parts were very difficult, but thankfully there were some fabulous parts. Like finding old photo's, some really funny ones and trinkets that wouldn't mean much to anyone else except us kids. Something that pulled at my heart strings was Mum's apron. I remember her wearing this apron, it is patched from clothing remnants, After a good soak in napisan, then another soak, then a wash in Lavendar wool wash (this had been in storage for many years in not a very suitable environment) I gave it a cuddle and remembered the cuddles I received while she wore that apron. I had forgotten until that moment. Rest in peace Mum.
Rather nice quilt and of course the quilting goes without saying. Loved the story of your Mum's apron. My Mum just about lived in her apron, hardly ever had it off.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful memories of your mum's apron.
ReplyDeleteLovely quilting and such a pretty quilt :)
Lovely Leeanne. Love your Mums apron!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Leeanne .... love the hearts you have quilted. Your Mums apron is SUCH a treasure ... I am wondering looking at it - if your Mum was a patchworker herself?? She has used bits & pieces patched together to make the apron ... perhaps you get your crafty gift from your Mum ??
ReplyDeleteSomething to treasure always!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt for Cat's friend.
ReplyDeleteLove the story of your Mum's apron. Are you going to leave as is, hang in your kitchen, or make something from it?
Lovely quilt for Cat's friend...so good for when you need hugs!! Such a lovely story about your Mum's apron...wonderful for you to have.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt Leeanne, precious apron bringing you comfort and memories is so special. Lovely to have to cherish.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful hug quilt from Cat :-) Lovely story about your Mum's apron, lovely that you have it to treasure now.
ReplyDeleteCat is very caring indeed.
ReplyDeleteCuddles are GOOD xxxx
Cat is very caring indeed.
ReplyDeleteCuddles are GOOD xxxx
Very fun quilting design--the extra heart looks great! I know it's hard going through one's parents' things, but the memories it provides are priceless. It's so wonderful that you could rescue your Mom's apron.
ReplyDeleteYour mums old apron is so lovely, things like that are far more valuable than a diamond ring to me. I have some of my dads building tools, I would sit with his hammer in my hand and feel comfort from knowing he had held it. xxx
ReplyDeleteIt is always nice have older trinkets and treasures to remind you of special people in your life, Will you use the apron?
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely find! and such precious memories along with it.
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