I never thought I would want to make a quilt, ever. That is, until I saw this quilt block. Really, I have been afraid to try quilting because every quilter I talk to says the same thing, "Oh, I used to sew bags and clothes and things for the house, but now all I want to do is quilt." And then as they start to giggle, almost every one of them has said, "My husband has to practically beg me now to even sew a button back on his clothing".
ACK!!! After hearing this SO many times, I really became afraid to do quilting of any kind. I really enjoy sewing bags and pillows and clothes and to think of not having the desire to do these things anymore really is scary to me!
As scary as it is, I have decided to put fear on the back burner and go for it. Maybe it doesn't have to be either or, I have gone against the grain in so many other areas, why not with this too? I'm going to make one quilt. Just one and see how it goes. I made my first block last night and I'm already finding myself at work obsessing over the next one. This could be a long road ahead.
In other areas, a friend of mine gave me some rhubarb this last weekend and I just had to share the recipe for this strawberry rhubarb pie (hi Dad). It turned out sooo good my husband even said it was better than his mamma's.
~Penny
Wow Penny I do love love love this block. I like your use of color and crookedness. I love it all. I can't wait to see more more more.
Posted by: Nanette | 25 June 2008 at 06:32 PM
I have never tried a quilt either! Very scary to me as well...but yours looks great so far. I love your choice in color.
I have always wanted to make a 13 star American Flag quilt. Maybe someday....
Posted by: Stacey | 25 June 2008 at 07:01 PM
Ooooo! I love that block! Quilting is addictive, but I still love to try other things. Maybe it's because I started out quilting as my first sewing experience and that has lead to other things. There is hope, cause I am one of those people who still enjoys sewing on a button or making pillows! I can't wait to see your finished quilt. Not so daunting anymore is it?
Posted by: Missy | 25 June 2008 at 07:26 PM
that is such a cute quilt block. and that pie is beautiful!
Posted by: amy | 25 June 2008 at 08:32 PM
Your pie looks delicious and so pretty! And the quilt block is fabulous! I bet you will keep your strong urge to do all those wonderful crafty, sewing things!!!
~Emily
Posted by: Ravenhill | 26 June 2008 at 04:38 AM
i love love love this quilt block and can't wait to see the next one. how original! and the fabric choices...!
Posted by: kristi | 26 June 2008 at 12:35 PM
Love the block!
Posted by: Kate | 28 June 2008 at 08:49 AM
Your quilt turned out beautiful! I really like the block that you chose. Also, thanks for the link to the rhubarb-strawberry pie recipe...your pie looks divine and perfect. The picture is making me drool...I can't wait to try out the recipe! Thanks again!!! =)
Posted by: Anna M. | 24 July 2008 at 08:49 PM
Have we met???? Love your blog!! Forgive me if we have love that I am listed on your blog roll quite the honor...Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer Paganellli | 12 August 2008 at 06:37 AM