Hi to all
No I haven't forgotten The Pretty Quilt blog.
I am still gathering information on how to be a good blogger and sorry to say I don't think I am learning alot very quickly.
I make no excuses, however on a more personal note there are many life changing events presently taking priority. I myself am struggling to keep up with them and I can see why it is a good idea to blog more often than not and also the benefits of perhaps keeping a diary.
Apart from not being kind to The Pretty Quilt blog I am having to deal with another issue. I have decided to re start my Dear Jane quilt.
OMG what a hard decision I had to make.
My original DJ I started it in March 2003 and I have competed about 20 blocks. However sadly I have found I am unable to purchase the background and sashing fabric I was using. I checked the internet to find out how much fabric was needed and although the information varied I eventually bought a 14 metre bolt of ivory fabric. I am entirely handsewing the quilt so fingers crossed I will have enough fabric.
I have now completed one block A1 (take 2).
Still searching for a few of the civil war fabrics for the blocks. I love looking for new quilting shops especially for my DJ and then going through the stash and sorting out the fabrics etc. Also enjoy checking how all the other Dear Janers are doing in the world. It really is an amazing and challenging project.
By the way I live in Melbourne, born and bred, and its been freezing here. I really hate the cold weather and each winter it's harder for me to deal with it.
I have always wanted to live near the beach in a warmer climate. Shortly my dream will come true and in the not too distant future I will call Queensland my home. Sunshine Coast here I come. Can't wait!
Till next time take care. Happy quilting.
Karen
