The air was crisp at 7 am when I walked the dog–but my elderly neighbor who walks miles more than me, reminded me it was just a tease, that there will be more days of 100 degrees. But I have seen signs that summer is on the downhill slide, bringing joy to my heart.
Sunday I saw my first Surprise Lilies of the year–or as my Grandpa Bill called them “Naked Ladies” to irritate my very proper Grandma Ella. They are so fun. One day there is nothing in that spot of the garden, the next day a lovely bouquet of pink lilies.
The second sign is the big orange school buses making their practice runs though the neighborhoods. Here in the midwest school is gearing up and as a retired teacher this time of the year is the true “new year”.
The third sign fall can’t be too far away is that the cupboard and shelves in the quilting rooms at Church are full to the max with handcrafted items that will be offered at the October Quilts Etc Sale. Each Wednesday quilters bring more finished projects to add to the huge inventory. The first hour of our time together is usually spent admiring each others work. The following is just a sample of yesterdays contributions.
Tammie finished her baby quilt with colored snow flakes surrounding a panel based on Barbara Joosse’s book MAMA, DO YOU LOVE ME? It is 45″ x 46″ and is $125.SOLD
Phyllis contributed these three table runners…completely different vibes. The 15″ x 32″ carrot would be great for spring time with Easter baskets full of colored eggs–yours for $30.SOLD The fall leave table runner has 3-D leave sewn on the batik runner. This centerpiece is 24″ x 32″ and is $40.SOLD The bright star runner is perfect for summer or a children’s party. It measures 14″ x 42″ and is $50.
I’ll bet you have not seen placemats like these! Each placemat is really 4 in 1–Halloween, Christmas, Winter and “I am the Vine” which is great for summer or anytime. Phyllis made these all cotton oval placemats that flip to another season much like a book–the two are $40. SOLD
Oh, I identify with these ladies! The look in their eyes–their “hair”–just how I feel some days! Janis came through again with a winner. (So tempting to say “winner, winner, chicken dinner” but probably best not to do so!)
I didn’t get a photo of the backing but it is yellow with a chicken wire print–perfect for this flock. Measuring 43″ x 53″, this small quilt would fit many places in your home—hallway, over a chair back, on the table–anywhere you need a pop of color and a reminder not to take life too seriously. Janis does impeccable work and it is custom quilted. $175
“No more monkeys jumping on the bed” played over and over in my mind with soft flannel baby quilt. Each of the square has a monkey and with the gender neutral green, this quilt would be fun for any baby boy or girl. Measures 43″ x 46″ and is $40
SOLD
More and more items -large and small- are being gather together for the sale. Just two months to go—put October 21 and 22 on your calendar for some serious shopping!
Don’t forget we will ship items for the cost of postage.
Quilts, Etc. 