Happy New Year! To be honest, I'll be glad to see 2014 go. It wasn't a bad year, but it wasn't a great year either. And because I really don't feel like looking back at 2014, I won't be posting a mosaic of all my makes for the year. Instead, I decided to write a final WIP Wednesday post even if there doesn't appear to be a linky over at Freshly Pieced today.
I am closing the year and starting the new one working on my New Wave quilt. We found out right before the Holidays that my brother's mother-in-law has a very aggressive breast cancer and will need to undergo 6 months of chemo therapy. She will lose her hair and pretty much feel like crap. And what do quilters do when someone needs a little support and comfort? We make quilts. So New Wave will be going to Liane and I hope will make the next 6 months somewhat easier.
I started with straight lines with the walking foot to echo the seams and will be filling the blocks with a number of different FMQ designs.
I have been working on other projects, but my sewing room is such a mess right now, I can't be bothered to try and find them all! I'm guessing organizing the sewing room is going to be a must once New Wave is done and gifted.
I also hope to get my act together and start blogging more regularly. December was so busy, both at home and at work, I just didn't have the energy to try and write anything other than shopping lists and meeting minutes!
So here's to 2015! Hope it's a good one!
Izzy
You are so thoughtful and caring. Can't wait to see New Wave finished. :) Hope you have a blessed new year!
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is sure to bring her comfort. Your plan for quilting it sounds perfect. I hope 2015 is a great year for you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quilt! Can't wait to see it when it's done! I know your brother's MIl will appreciate it and get lots of use out of it. I will keep her in my prayers. I wish you a great 2015! I am also hoping to blog a lot more this year and hope it will be better than 2014. Here's to a Quilty 2015!
ReplyDeleteI've always loved this one. I'm glad you're getting it quilted and found such a great home for it. My mom had breast cancer two years ago and it was quite the ordeal. She has now been cancer free for about a year but says the chemo was the worst, especially sitting in a cold room for hours on end. This quilt will be loved and give her something fun to look at. I also hear you on the no review. I made so much and the pictures are not in one spot on my computer and the idea of digging around just made me tired.
ReplyDeleteI love the New Wave pattern and have done it myself - I love the fabrics you've chosen for your quilt, what a lovely gift it will be :)
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