It was just one month ago
today that I posted a request for orphan blocks for this “Community Supper”
creation. We are now 73 quilters “strong”, representing 28 states and 4
countries. Clearly this is going to be far larger than I had originally
thought, much like the pandemic itself.
I am finishing all the full
10” blocks first. There are still quite a few to go. After that, if you haven’t
seen yours posted yet, it is like that I may have to consider it for the 5”
size to accommodate everyone. I hope to have the final layout planned by the
end of the week.
Again, I am thrilled by the
response from everyone. Your sweet notes of encouragement are heartwarming. I have
kept a simple journal of what I work on each day and have a notebook filled
with the cards and letters from each of you. Hopefully this will travel with
the quilt someday when (and if) it is on display. I don’t know why I am so
obsessed with finishing this in such a timely manner since I’m sure it will be
a while before we can actually see displayed quilts again in person. Guess I
just don’t want to lose momentum. I need to work while the spirit is still with
us all.
Here are the recent finishes:
Anna Bullard, Wells, Maine.
Anna didn’t give me a name for this block, but I would call it “Symphony in
Blue”. Such beautiful blues and it was a joy to quilt. I love straight
uncomplicated quilting lines. Thanks Anna!
Janet Olsen, Logan, Utah.
(Rogue Quilter) Those who follow Janet’s blog would agree that she should be
called, “The Queen of the Mini Quilt”. She amazes me with those tiny pieces and
with such precision! This block is a medley of tiny orphans from some of her
fabulous patriotic mini quilts. Even her label is pieced and it fits the back
perfectly. Thanks Janet!
Rebecca Schnekenburger, Delta
Junction, Alaska. Rebecca says: “I’ve been trying to focus on my many blessings
during this pandemic, so my sentiment is, See the Beauty”. She started BarbaraBrackman’s Yankee Diary sew-a-long and she stopped after making the first 2
blocks. I for one am glad you did Rebecca as they are a perfect addition to
this Community Supper. I combined the two blocks to form this 10” gem. Your
applique is stunning! I thought the eagle was a fitting backing to carry out
the “Liberty” theme. Let’s hope we are all “free” of this dreaded virus soon.
Thanks Rebecca!
Becky Stephenson, Fairfield,
Texas. Becky must be a kindred spirit because she says she is obsessed with
making small (doll) quilts too! Becky sent this charming block. Scrapy and
happy – right up my ally. Thanks Becky!
She also sent one from her
sister, Jerrianne Evans from Clear Lake, Texas. When I saw that bonnet come out
of the envelope, I gasped, “Oh no Sunbonnet Sue!” (poor Sue has a bad rap!),
but when I saw that it was Sunbonnet Kitty I laughed out loud! Don’t you love
it? Absolutely adorable. Thanks Jerrianne!
And these are the last 4 of
my “Seven Sistahs” group (I’ve already posted Suzie Karen and Tina)
Kathy Boudreau, Gardiner,
Maine. Kathy and I have been quilting together since 1986! She is one of the
most creative quilters I know. In fact, she had her own pattern business for
many years. You can still find some of her patterns (Katrinka Designs) on eBay
and other online sites. They are all wonderful! We also share a love of vintage
sci-fi movies and tv shows. She thought these looked like Quarantined Creatures
from outer space! Thanks Kathy!
Charlotte Kaplan, Woolwich,
Maine. Charlotte’s block has a very funny story behind it. The 7 of us have
enjoyed a retreat every June for the past 9 or 10 years. At one of our early
retreats in Rangeley, she tried to show us the “easy peasy” method of making
this block. I’m not sure if it was the late hour or the empty glasses of wine,
but she couldn’t make it work and we all laughed ourselves silly! But Charlotte
is a determined individual and after we all went to bed, she figured it out and
finished the block. Thanks Charlotte!
Karen Mitman, Whitefield,
Maine. Karen took one of my beginner classes back in the late 1980’s and the
rest is history. She owned a 200 year old, 11 bedroom inn at the time and was
determined to make quilts for each room. Karen is very good at trying (and
mastering) new methods. My friend Gladi Porche had and exhibit of her fabulous
work at the New England Quilt Museum and gave us a private gallery talk. She
explained her bias circle method to us. It went right over my head, but Karen
mastered it and made this beauty. Thanks Karen!
Fotini Eberhard, Bath, Maine.
Fotini and I have been neighbors for over 40 years! A little over 10 years ago
she decided she might try quilting and voila! Now we have more in common than
ever before. This was a leftover from another project and has one of my
favorite neons in it! This is the first 5” block I have dared to finish. I want
to make sure I have the layout right for all my 10” before I quilt too many
more. Thanks Fotini!
This is going to be a busy
week so production may slow down a bit.
Keep Smiling!
mine is enroute...a plain and boring orphan block...explains why it WAS an orphan...lol...so many gorgeous blocks!
ReplyDeleteThe backs are as fun as the fronts! I can't wait to see this hanging at vermont on an end aisle spot.
ReplyDeleteIt is so fabulous and fun!!
and delicious
These continue to be just delicious blocks. Your backings are incredible too. What a collection both front and back.
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait to see this quilt, Wendy. Especially with the 5" blocks incorporated into it (or will that be a separate quilt?) Meanwhile its so much fun to see them each as you post them - with their backs - all so unique. I do wonder how your fingers are holding up with all that stitching!
ReplyDeleteMy block should be arriving today or tomorrow. Hoping my humble Scrap Buster Challenge oops will fit in with these lovely blocks you've received!
ReplyDeleteOh my, these are beautiful. There are some seriously talented quilters out there! All your little scrap pieces arrived and were quickly sewn up into something fun. I haven't posted it yet, but will soon! It will be a surprise gift for my SIL. So thank you!
ReplyDeleteSuch great blocks and wonderful variety! I love how you tell us a little bit about each of the quilters.
ReplyDeleteSo much fun to see the blocks and read their stories and learn about their creator. Got a giggle over "from the planet Corona."
ReplyDeleteCan't believe how you are getting these all whipped up so quickly!
So glad you are obsessed with this project so we get to see all that creativity. Love each and every one! Thanks, Wendy!
ReplyDeleteWe definitely work best while we have the muse! Love the Liberty block especially. Hard to see why some of these blocks were orphaned, they are so wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI’m so enjoying your posts about the blocks....so interesting and fun to see so many of them finished. Wish I’d sent you something for the backing!
ReplyDeleteLoving watching all these blocks come in! Are you making each of these into a mini quilt or are you doing something to them that will allow all of them o be sewn together into a quilt? Curious minds wanna know! :)
ReplyDeleteI think this week's blocks are the best! Each one is more amazing.
ReplyDeleteI have to say that Janet O's mini just blows me away... and the backing too!
Your quilt group sure makes some beautiful quilts. I enjoyed meeting them and look forward to seeing them again SOON... and seeing your quilt hung up, just like Barb mentioned.
Are you making a separate quilt with 5" blocks now? I can send you some of those!! ;-))
Can't wait for our "chat" later today! ;-)))
When this is shown, people will need to see both beautiful sides!
ReplyDeleteIt's so fabulous.
You have the best backings for all these wonderful blocks! Community Supper is going to be fantastic--front and back!
ReplyDeleteThe backs are as interesting as the fronts of the blocks. I look forward to each of your posts about the blocks.
ReplyDeleteI love these posts, these blocks! You attract a wide ranging and wonderful community of quilters, Wendy!
ReplyDeleteWhenever you finish this quilt, it will be a treasure, full of stories that it will tell!
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