Today is UFO Progress Report day at Blackberry Creek.
Ever since I started this UFO Bust, Fridays roll around so quickly! The weeks are way too short!
Today I have something to cross off the list! Yay! All Done!
#14 Old Crock and Geranium x-stitch
At long last, I can now hand it over to Hannah, my mat and framer in residence, who will make sure it's ready for my kitchen wall.
The only progress that was accomplished this week on the 25-year old quilt was "thinking about what to do." I'm listening to everyone's advice to just "get it done and finish with it." I'll use it for an outdoor picnic quilt, and the fading won't matter.
In addition to the UFO projects, I'm also working on the Block-a-Palooza Quilt Along and just finished the last of the 16 blocks. Now to put them all together. See all the blocks on My Flickr.
Finishing instructions have just been posted, and my favorite is version #1 which uses applique. That's the first thing I'll work on once I have the extra sashing fabric which I didn't order in the beginning.
This weekend I'll be at my sister's house in SC helping her celebrate her double nickels birthday and then bring Granny back home with me! Double yay!
Today's plan was to plant a barrel of pansies to welcome her home, but our Sunday forecast is 80% chance of snow! Maybe I'll wait until warmer weather...let's hope she doesn't change her mind and want to stay in sunny SC even longer!
Have a good weekend everyone!
~Deb
The cross stitch piece is lovely. It's my favorite of the ones you have shown. I also like the pinwheel quilt. Love that fabric.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 10:43 AM
I haven't cross stitched in a long time, but your piece is beautiful. Can't wait to see your Block-a- Palooza quilt. I didn't join in and kind of regret it. Had too much going on.
Posted by: Diane W | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 12:58 PM
That cross stitch is beautiful. Have a safe trip and enjoy the warmth of South Carolina.
Victoria
Posted by: victoria | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 01:10 PM
The cross stitch is beautiful, Deb! You will enjoy that in your kitchen!
I love the little pinwheels in your quilt block this week. That was a fast quilt along, wasn't it? I'm looking forward to seeing your finished quilt.
I know you're glad Granny is coming home! Is it that much warmer down in SC than where you are? You are all warmer than we are! LOL My parents in SC have a little tree business that is picking up because folks are planting, but we don't plant up here till near the end of May. Not that I plant anything, mind you! ;)
Posted by: Susan | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 07:54 PM
The cross stitch is beautiful!
Sounds like a good plan for the quilt!
Posted by: Tammy | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 08:25 PM
Deb, your stitchery is beautiful! Way to finish something! Isn't that a good feeling to pass it off to someone else to do the very final touches?!
Posted by: Stephanie in MIchigan | Friday, March 25, 2011 at 09:18 PM
The cross stitch will look so good on the wall, way to go Deb, you are powering through the UFOs!
Posted by: Rose | Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 12:48 AM
Snow? That far south?? Oh dear - that doesn't bode well for us :) Someone didn't get the memo for spring!
Lovely handiwork Deb - you're so talented! Your quilt runner is looking beautiful on my kitchen table with lovely sunshine falling across it. And your little dishcloth is hard at work by my kitchen sink!
xo
Posted by: Kathie | Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 09:45 AM
Wow!!! You have been so busy! It was nice to sit and catch up with all that is going on your way! Snow?! Hope it's not much...although I'm sure Sarah is pleased. :-) The cross stitch is pretty, bartering for things sounds like so much fun & so rewarding, the fence looks great, and I love the colors and design of the quilt! I'll be praying for safety as you travel today. Happy Birthday to your sister & hooray for your Mom coming back to your place!
Posted by: Dorothy | Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 09:58 AM
Yay - a finish! It will look so nice in your kitchen I'm sure.
Posted by: Lynn | Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 05:37 PM
Congratulations on finishing the cross stitch Deb! It is beautiful!!. Hey I noticed the date and initials In the corner. :) Very proud of you for getting it finished !!!
Posted by: Chris | Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 09:00 PM
Well done - I love the finished cross-stitch! It's really pretty. I expect you're looking forward to having it up in your kitchen.
Posted by: Jo | Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Oh my gosh Deb- the finished cross stitch piece is fabulous- I knew it would be. That is an heirloom my friend! You are really marking that UFO list down little by little!
Vicki
Posted by: Vicki | Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 03:52 PM
That's a beautiful cross-stitch creation. I haven't done c/s in years, but that makes me want to start again.
Posted by: judyt | Monday, March 28, 2011 at 08:49 AM
Beautiful!! Don't forget to send a picture on your wall.
I've been thinking about that beautiful quilt and thought I would send my thoughts! :) It would involve cutting it but why not use it to make a baby quilt to set aside for Jonathan's first born, quilt bib-aprons for the girls and maybe even a table runner for your picnic table including the faded sections. Just a frugal thought or two!!!
Posted by: Jane | Monday, March 28, 2011 at 08:16 PM