Sunday, July 14, 2013

Progress

Hi Friends!

I finally finished the few home improvement projects I had planned.   A few new floors and a lot of paint happened here.  

I am back to sewing on my free time.  I was fortunate to have two weeks off from work so I was able to reacquaint myself with my sewing machine.

I finished one the "Charming Addition" quilts I started a few months ago.  This will be for a gift for my friends father.   I made the backing but am waiting to quilt it.  I am going to be taking a longarm quilt class and then I can rent one of the machines she has.
I also caught basket fever.  We are supposed to make one basket a day in the month of July.  I am up to this Tuesday.   I will soon be behind since I only sew on the weekend.

These are little applique blocks from "Fit to Frame" #6.  I plan on making all twelve blocks and framing them for my future sewing room.


The next three are from "Ode to 30's"   Joy and I are on a mission to finish this quilt by the end of the year.  



I also decided to start working on "Rainbow Jane" again.  I am planning on 10 blocks a month until she is done.  Here is my progress so far.




I also made an entire wall hanging that I forgot to take a picture of.  I dropped it off yesterday to be quilted so I won't be able to share until I get it back.


Well, that's all I have.  I hope you all have a wonderful week!

Yvette


29 comments:

Betsy said...

All your projects are lovely Yvette. Congrats

drue.quilts said...

Yaa you are back! I have missed your weekly reports. You have inspired me to set monthly goals and it is working so far. I enjoy watching your progress on all your projects!

drue.quilts said...

Yaa you are back! I have missed your weekly reports. You have inspired me to set monthly goals and it is working so far. I enjoy watching your progress on all your projects!

Darlene said...

Wow, you've starting making up for lost time. Love everything!!

Kindred Quilts said...

That's ALL you have? Goodness Yvette! You have been sewing up a storm during your vacation! Gorgeous blocks, each and everyone! Can't wait to see all of the 30's blocks, and I don't think you'll have any trouble keeping up on your basket blocks...

Judy Dietrich said...

WOW, that charming additions quilt is really stunning. Love the colors you used--has a masculine feel to it. Always looking for that for my boys. You have been busy!!! The baskets are darling.

Janet O. said...

That's ALL you have? *LOL* That is quite a lot, my dear!
Love Charming Addition. I have mine all cut, just haven't started sewing.
Your baskets are adorable! Keep up the good work.
I love Fit to Frame patterns, but I don't do the appliqued ones. These are really cute.
Rainbow Jane is stunning!

Anonymous said...

Welcome back Yvette!! I've missed the inspiration I get from reading your blog. Wonderful finishes....looks like you're right back in it. Your Jane is awesome! I can only dream about that one. How big are the blocks you are going to frame? Love Lori Smith designs!!

antique quilter said...

wow you certainly have accomplished a lot! Your charming addition quilt came out great!!!!
love the applique basket block and those little blocks are just so fun.
rainbow jane is going to be amazing!
Kathie

Carol said...

WOWSER! You got tons done! Love your Scrappy Addition...your friend's dad is going to LOVE it! Your tiny baskets are wonderful! What a great vacation!

Thelma said...

I love Rainbow Jane, I'll be cheering you on from here on that one. It will be amazing when it's done. Aren't those basket blocks adorable, their cuteness just doesn't come through pictures.

Me and My Stitches said...

Holy Cow!! You have been busy! Can't believe all of your projects and progress. So glad you got your work done at your house - I've really missed your Sunday posts!

Deb said...

You certainly get a lot done when you have the time. You've definitely made good use of your time. Love your Dear Jane blocks and your schedule. I wish that I could sew along with you, but I haven't touched mine in two months!!

Nancy said...

Beautiful beautiful work Yvette!!!

Robin said...

It is so cool to see that Jane has made it into the mix again! I actually quilted a block of mine last week! *gasp!* :)

Congrats on completing all those home improvement projects-- it must feel good to have it all done now!

Carrie P. said...

Everything is so pretty. love your little baskets. I have a UFO in wool with that fit to frame pattern. One day.

Kristie said...

Geez....is that all? :) I love your new quilt top, I've always like that pattern. Your little baskets are cute too. What size are they? How many are you planning on making?

Kristie

Karen said...

The Fit To Frame blocks are my favorite of your current projects shown. Those little baskets so cute! I made one and that will be the only one.

Cathy said...

Yvette..my quilters envy is showing. You have been very busy and I love all your projects. I need to get in gear and finish some projects. Hugs

Samplings from Spring Creek said...

WOW! You are so productive

donna said...

WOW! You have been a busy girl. Your projects are just gorgeous.
Hugs
donna

comicbooklady said...

Wow! that rainbow Jane is impressive!!

Lynette said...

Hey, you're doing the little baskets! I love those. :D And look at your Jane halfway there!!

Karen - Quilts...etc. said...

love all that you are working on! and that rainbow Jane! wow - beautiful striking.

Lynette said...

ooo - I love the dark background on your Rainbow Jane! I'll be pin-basting mine soon to start the quilting adventure. You've got a lot of time invested in yours - it's going to be stunning.

Anonymous said...

Yvette...hope you're ok. Miss reading your blog'

Ulla's Quilt World said...

So lovely!
Greetings from Finland!
Ulla's Quilt World
Hugs, Ulla

Karen said...

I miss your blog posts.

Retrogirl said...

Yvette, I've been away from blogging for a long time but am having fun catching up. I hope all is well and life has just been so busy you haven't had time to post. :)
All my best, Heather