This has been a good week for stitching and sewing in my neck of the woods! I sat down to do some cross stitching three times and to sew by machine twice. The sky part of this picture is done in blocks of colour but the farm scene at the bottom has more confetti stitching...I have not got to that part yet.
Pink is the Rainbow Scrap Challenge colour for April and I managed to get my pink blocks sewn for the four quilts I am making. I am just about out of Kona white and will need to do some shopping before I can sew May's blocks. Last time, I bought a bolt of it and it is just about all gone. Finn likes to model quilt blocks, as you know. I did not have any white with pink dots fabric for the large block below so I used some light gray dotted fabric instead. I don't really buy pink fabric very often--so some of these scraps are really old.
The instructions for the last three blocks of the Threadhouse Academy sampler quilt came out at the beginning of the month. I made two of the blocks this week and hope to do the last one next week. Then, I can put the quilt together. I will likely use this one as a wall hanging.
My daughter has been really busy at work lately but has found a few moments here and there to do a bit of crocheting. She's working on that last lace section now and then will be able to move on to the next step.
It was a beautiful sunny day today so Finn wanted to catch a few rays. I brought out my book and a cold drink and Finn moved from sun to shade and back again, depending on whether he felt too hot or too cold.
There are more flowers in bloom this week in our gardens. The newest daffodils were covered in dew this morning when I took these pictures.
The primroses have a few flowers--there should be more by next week.
The bloodroot is also blooming. These blooms don't last long but are so pretty when they appear.
I will link up with Kathy and the Slow Sunday Stitchers as well as Frederique and the RSC folks.
Really pretty pink blocks. I especially like the large block that looks like a wreath.
ReplyDeleteYou've been busy sewing pretty pink blocks. Love the pink wreath looking block. Pretty cross stitching too. Poor reindeer, glad you got the antlers sewn on again. Looks like Finn is telling you 'the reindeer is mine'!!! Spring has sprung in your garden, pretty spring flowers.
ReplyDeleteYour RSC blocks are pretty in pink! Does Finn know he has lots of fans out here? He's such a sweetie. You've got some pretty blooms there. Those are great pictures of them!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter's crochet is quite different to what I've seen before, she is very talented indeed. Doesn't Finn love his Lambie! Pretty pink stitching too.
ReplyDeleteGreat pink blocks you are amassing;))) And your daughter's crochet is so lovely--the colors she chose are great!! Finn's expressive face is as adorable as ever--"Can I have some, too??" hahaha..Just step in the kitchen and your doggie will be there hoping for a bit;))) hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeletePretty pink fabrics you have. Quite a variety as well. Finn with Lambie as a pillow is adorable.
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful that you found so much time for both the stitching and the sewing machine this week. Finn certainly has a talent for modeling those quilt blocks, and that light gray dotted fabric looks like a perfect substitute for the white. Those dewy daffodils are a beautiful sight, and it sounds like a perfect afternoon sitting out in the sun with a good book.
ReplyDeletea lot of pink! and Finn cute as usual
ReplyDeleteAaw sweet Finn- still cute as ever. Your blocks are so pretty, Gail and your daughter's crochet project is stunning. You both are staying very busy. Enjoy your day.
ReplyDeleteGreat projects, I love your daughter's crochet, the pictures of the lovely flowers and adorable Finn.
ReplyDeletePretty pink blocks! I’m a big fan of churn dash or monkey wrench blocks. But the large block is really unique. I’ve seen daffodils in some established bed around town. But not many. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteGlad you managed to get sewing and cross stitch into your week! Finn makes such a lovely companion! Sarah quilting by the sea
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