quilting is on hold

Jan12

Since my last post I have pieced units and blocks for my new quilt. I was happy with the progress, but suddenly a change of priorities occurred. My Xmas present came with a delay (and I am not so sure if it is a Xmas gift or not) : a brand new apple computer! So first I have to stuff it with all my files, get used to the new programs and only then I can start my piecing and quilting routine. Here a small preview of the blocks : #1 is all pieced and #2 is at the moment on hold.

And a self-portrait with the dog :

Have a nice week and “see” you soon, Barbora

welcome 2014

Jan5

After holidays and a few computer and internet free days I have finally started with a new quilt. Actually this one I wanted to make last summer, but never found the time. All bits are cut out and I have started piecing. More in next post.

On New Years Day we made a short trip to Mar Menor in the Murcia region, visited San Pedro del Pinatar and Lo Pagan. The weather was sunny and we had a wonderful piece of cake and coffee on a café terrace.

Air crossroads :

Before the wind came :

Hope you all have had a wonderful 2013 and all the best for 2014. Thanks for stopping, Barbora

merry christmas

Dec22

Time is rushing and the festive season is nearly knocking on the door. Another year closes and 2014 is already waiting for us impatiently. A big thank to my followers and visitors for all the cheerful comments and likes.

Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2014 with a lot of new stash, ideas and magic sewing hands!

I would like to share with you a few nativity scenes photos. As every year in Spain big nativity scenes are on display on the main squares of villages or cities. Last weekend we went to see our local nativity and this time I had at least my iphone with me.

Thanks for stopping and I shall be back next year, Barbora

pillow covers and fmq

Dec3

The last few weeks were very quiet – both sewing wise as well as blogging wise. Even though I have received new fabrics, I didn’t really do a lot. I was preparing some patterns especially for lady-pupils that come to my open classes, taking in account all their quilt design wishes. Nevertheless I made these 2 pillow covers with the Swoon block pattern:

I have used all the rests from swoon blocks I have found and pieced another 3 pillow covers. All pieces are free motion quilted with meanders. Practice is the best teacher!