I had a bit of a think about what I want to achieve for December. All of my ornament obligations are done, some have even been mailed and are winging their ways over the world.
My Chookshed challenges were all achieved. (Note to self, write a round up blog post for that).
So now what?
My Windswept project appeared twice on my Chookshed challenge list. At the start of the year it was a bundle of fabrics and a pattern. I worked on it throughout the year making a point of focusing on it when it's Chookshed number was drawn.
All of the blocks are now made, so it is time to start joining them together. Hopefully this month I can sew the A blocks,
Together with the B Blocks,
And the C Blocks
And maybe have a completed quilt top by Christmas, or the new year at least.
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My Blue lanterns EPP project saw some love today as I joined Chooky and the girls after work.
I also stitched on a couple of blocks on Friday evening too.
I have only 5 edge blocks and one corner block left to add.
EXCITING!
This was the last image I took of this project. Another row of blue and the beginnings of the final white row have since been added.
It would be nice to have this one as a completed top by New Year too.
I have a lovely piece of baby blue minky to use as backing. It is wonderfully soft with a cosy drape and a velvety feel. I'm looking forward to snuggling under that next Winter.
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I also want to make progress on my Winter Fairy cross stitch.
And make some preparations for my next EPP
Some of you know already what that will be, you helped me to decide on zoom one day a while ago, but just so we are all in the same page...
I have had this book and the paper bundle since 2021.
They should be nicely matured by now.
And as you know my batik collection is continually growing and evolving. Betty decided that I should use a few of them for this project, so here we go.
It's going to be
BRIGHT
I'm looking forward to it.
Those off whites that I have labelled for use as the white parts and the diamond pieces have been maturing in my collection for at least 15 years. LOL
The brights at the top were purchased earlier this year, so a good range of maturity should make for a nicely balanced quilt. LOL
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Of course if that is not enough I also have my crochet, some knitting, plenty of tops that need quilting and few other side projects on the go.
And I'm sure a squirrel will hop by at some point.
LOL
I won't be bored.
7 comments:
Love those autumn colours....and the batiks too!
I'm loving how Windswept is looking and some great projects to start!
HUgz
Your Blue lanterns look really lovely ( and the feet too! )
I meant to ask after your last post of the wedding what the tartan was? (they looks so handsome in their kilts )
Beautiful resolutions... and these beautiful fabrics... wonderful.
I tried my hand at Fondation paper piecing and it's a lot of fun. I'll stay tuned.
I wish you a nice first Advent... and a successful and joyful December... may you achieve your goals.
Hug from Viola
I am looking forward to seeing those Windswept blocks put together - such gorgeous colours. Love your choice for the new EPP project and more great colours. Have fun. xx
if you look up 'bored' in the dictionary your name is NEVER listed...LOL...love all your pretty projects...the snail trail blocks, the lanterns, the cross stitch and the celestial stars which is a beautiful tease...can't wait to see more!
Oh, I love that EPP book and made a version of one of her patterns. You are going to have fun.
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