The pair of us have been missing in action and staying home most of the week, trying to shake off the cold, sore throats and coughing fits. We are almost back to normal, thank goodness. So I’ve spent a little time working on purple again – the colour of the month for Rainbow Scrap Challenge.
A dig and a delve into my bag of butterfly fabrics and I found six different prints. As I’m sure I’ve mentioned before, these are from the stash of my neighbour Dorothy when she went into a rest home – and she was particularly fond of butterflies. Sadly, I’ve just heard that Dorothy has passed away, but I’m sure she would be pleased that her beloved butterfly prints are being put to good use in donation quilts. I’ve made six Puss in the Corner blocks this week.
Purple butterrfly blocks
Each time I cut the pieces for these blocks, I’ve been cutting a 6 inch square as well. These will be made into a raggy butterfly quilt…… sometime. This year, next year, I’m not too sure. But the squares are mounting up nicely. Some of the fabrics in the bag have not been big enough to cut the larger blocks but I have been able to get a square or two of this smaller size.
Another quilt in the planning stage
And lastly, this week, I've stitched two string blocks, 12 inches and 9 inches. I can spot some of the last little bits of my butterfly scraps in these.
Two string blocks
So that's the extent of my stitching this week – purple rules!
13 comments:
Dorothy would be very happy to know that her lovely butterfly prints are being made into charity quilts by you, Jenny. The Puss In The Corner blocks are lovely with all the fluttering butterflies, and I must say those string blocks are fabulous.
Love that Scottie dog you made and these blocks are perfect for using up Dorothy's prints. This is a great block for scraps; I must try to remember it.Glad to hear you two are on the mend!
Lovely how you are using Dorothy's butterflies, she would be happy to see that. Condolences on the loss of your friend.
Great stitching despite your being under the weather, Jenny;))) Hugs, Julierose
I think she would be pleased to see her fabric has been put to good use! Hope you are feeling better soon
Lovely blocks and a great way to honor your friend. Hope you are over those nasty colds soon!
Dorothy is probably smiling down, chuffed to see her butterfly fabric being made into lovely squares! I also love your string blocks!! Glad to hear you two are mostly recovered from that nasty cold!
quilting can heal what ails you - I am glad your fabric has a story and a legacy
Dorothy would enjoy the wonderful way you are sending hugs and butterflies into the world. Get better soon.
Very nice and as others have stated Dorothy would love what you are doing with her butterflies.
God bless.
Your blocks look amazing, Jenny and great idea on cutting out blocks for another quilt as you are working on this one. You are certainly making great use of Dorothy's fabric. Have a wonderful weekend.
Pleased both Robin and you are feeling better.
Beautiful Butterfly and Puss in the Corner purple blocks.
Wonderful purple blocks! My favorite color, and the butterflies are just right.
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