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October, 2018 Quilting/Sewing Goals

geezerfolks_SharonG_FL

5 years ago

Good for all of us! We made it through September! October means Fall, leaves of all colors (which I might see this year), pumpkin patches and Halloween for kids of all ages. You gals did so good in getting some sewing done and shirts de-boned, I tell you I'm so anxious to get to my sewing machine and sew something.......doesn't matter what at this point, just something! Going home...........DD is planning to take me to northern GA Oct 12th to meet at another DD's cabin where they will have DH there for me to hug. I miss that old Geezer. Should be home on Sunday, Oct 14th.

What's on your agenda this month?

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ibquiltn4fun LindaH

5 years ago

My goal this month was to finish a baby quilt for my new granddaughter. I chose to make a shabby chic French Roses quilt with soft sage green, coral, and muted yellow. I backed it with a coral flannel print and edged it with green. It was a new pattern to me so it took a bit of planning and trial by error before cutting into my fabric. I finished it up last week and was able to see Baby Layla wrapped in her new quilt. Next time I use this pattern there will be some adjustments to the whole process - but I'm pleased with the outcome of this first attempt.

Shabby Chic French Roses made 10/2018 · More Info

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Char
5 years ago
Have not really thought about it yet. I still have several unfinished quilts to work on. Nothing new pressing tho. I am sure I will find something to keep me busy ;-}
nannykins
5 years ago
Sharon, those coloured leaves are lovely to look at but need raking and bagging and not just once but several times.

This month I will do Lotto blocks for Oct. (ready) and Nov., finish them and mail off. Then try to think of some Christmas bazaar items for the Save the Children group. I picked up some Christmas fabrics on sale last January, so maybe place mats which should be easy enough.

Theresa
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msmeow
5 years ago
I'll keep working on the memorial quilt. I rarely design from scratch so it takes me a long time. :)

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loisflan
5 years ago
I haven't been too inspired lately. My Strip Twist quilt is languishing. We have two trips planned for October - one to northern Minnesota to visit two of my DH's sisters and one to Atlanta. We'll be visiting some friends in Milledgeville, GA, and some in Chattanooga, TN. I've only ever been to Georgia for a conference, so I'm anxious to see the country. So, my quilting time will be limited. I do have to start thinking about a project to take to Hawaii this winter. I like to get all the fabric cut and ready to sew.
bev2009
5 years ago
I really want to start piecing a new quilt, but am determined to finish the two D9P I started a while back before I do. Completion of them is not a goal for Oct, just working on them. And I want to make the pillow cases for DD and some new aprons, Christmas presents and for me.
loisflan
5 years ago
It's really beautiful, Linda. The colors are so soft and subtle.
nannykins
5 years ago
I have seen that pattern, admired it but it hasn't reached the to-do list. Maybe yours will inspire me. Congratulations on the new grandbaby!

Theresa
msmeow
5 years ago
It's lovely! Congrats on the grandbaby!

Donna
geezerfolks_SharonG_FL
Original Author
5 years ago
Your shabby chic looks great, Linda!!!

I looked at and touched some fabric today!!!! Yeaaaaaa for me! I didn't feel inspired so I think I'll put that away and get something else out tomorrow. lol All suitcases are emptied and stored.
msmeow
5 years ago
Sharon, I'm glad you are home safe & sound.
Larri
5 years ago
Beautiful quilt, Linda! It will be treasured, I'm sure.

I have no goals for October. Haven't been in a sewing or quilting mood. Fall cleaning is taking up my free time. Not a complaint. I'm glad to get the windows and blinds washed and off my to-do list. Clearing the cobwebs from the dark corners is next. :) Until then, I'm enjoying seeing all your beautiful creations to inspire me when the stitch bug bites again.

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