Catch up week

I have spent the last few days catching up with some of the unfinished projects in the Studio. I have fallen a bit behind with my Civil War quilt blocks and have now stitched the "Missouri Star" and "New England Block" - just blocks 21 and 22 to do.

"Missouri Star" - Block 19 CWQ

"New England Block" - Block 20 CWQ
At the quilting class last Sunday I was able to take a photo of Sue's lovely version of the "Snowball Connection" quilt which she made in class at Cairns Craft Centre.  The border print fabric which she chose really suited the quilt and she has achieved a great result.

My fun little red and white houses quilt has grown a bit and finally got its borders on and I have had a lovely day working on the machine quilting - still a long way to go.

During the last week or so I have been experiencing a few problems leaving "comments" on blogs but I am still keeping up with all your happenings.

Till next time
Frances

Comments

susis quilts said…
dear frances,beautiful blocks,and i am looking forward to see the houses quilt,happy quilting,susi
June 1, 2011 at 12:49 AM
Maureen said…
Love your fabric choices - especially the center square in #19. I have some of that gorgeous fabric. Look forward to seeing the finished red and white houses quilt. Looks cheery!
June 1, 2011 at 2:21 AM
Radka said…
Sue's quilt looks lovely and I like your Missouri Star block :)
June 1, 2011 at 5:49 AM
Shirley said…
Well done on the catching up Frances. Sue's quilt looks lovely with that stunning fabric border. I can't wait to see the houses in close up.
June 1, 2011 at 5:51 AM
Linda said…
Hello Frances, this only just appeared on my side bar, ie literally moments ago. There have been gremlins in the system for a few days. Nice to have a few more blocks finished no doubt. I do love the border fabric on your friend's quilt, it's just gorgeous. I can't wait to see the red/white quilt, it really looks interesting. I suppose we'll have to wait though until it's in print. Lovely to see you've been keeping busy.......LOL........
June 1, 2011 at 4:00 PM
Sue said…
Lovley fabrics Frances. Aren't they nice ( mostly) to make.
June 2, 2011 at 12:28 PM
Elyte said…
Lovely CW blocks, I love the combination of the red and light blue.
June 8, 2011 at 9:27 PM
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