We're Playing Outside!

Spring is in full swing at the Fab home.  We're playing ball, drawing with chalk all over the driveway &

 running barefoot in the grass....and loving every second of it! If you'll notice the toes at the base of the hosta on the right, they should provide a bit of perspective on how big this one's getting these days. 

*violets!*

{I just transplanted a few more....shhh! My Dear Mr. Fabulous does not quite share the same level of enthusiasm for these little beauties}

I hope you've enjoyed the little tour...coming soon: the strawberry patch!

Enjoy a day in the sun as the count down to summer break is on.

Heather

Traditional Block: English Ivy Revisited

English Ivy antique quilts in museum collections date back to 1830...though I'm still on the hunt for even older versions.In my research, I came across the same pattern entitled Clover Blossom. RSVP quilt block: English Ivy With this information, I was able to track down free instructions:Clover Blossom on the Quilter's Casche FREE 12" finished pattern. Here's to hoping you enjoy the block as much as I have.

Happy Piecing,

Heather

FWQAL Blocks

Last night the blocks were arranged for a group photo...

not necessarily in the final setting, just to see where things are.

40 blocks complete.

Happy Piecing, 

Heather

Redo.

This is what happens 

when mindless piecing 

and skipping the iron

sound like a great way to piece.

The left and right middle pieces 

were accidentally solid because I was 'in the zone'.

SO, my friendly seam ripper made the situation

right but because I finger pressed my seams

and skipped a proper pressing, the whole middle is off.

It looks like a redo and I'm laughing because this

should have been such an easy block.

Tomorrow is another day.

=)

Rosebud

Farmer's Wife Block #75: There's a lot going on this week, some of it unplanned. As I take care of some family stuff, please bear with the shortened, irregular posts. All my best, Heather