Tuesday, January 21, 2020

I'm Back!

Happy 2020!  I'm so happy to be back blogging.  

Last summer I started having trouble updating my blog.  Things limped along until November when I was finally unable to do anything at all with my blog.  I thought this would be a good time to just stop blogging, so many quilters have.  But then, on a whim around the first of the year, I looked back on the quilts I made during the last decade, and enjoyed reliving all the ups and downs of each finish and realized I enjoyed documenting my quilting journey, even if I was the only one reading it.  So I hired some professionals who fixed the behind the scenes issues and I sprung for a facelift while they were at it. 

Everything seems to be working great now, and I have some finishes to catch up on, but I thought I would kick off my first post of 2020 with my latest finish.


This is Lifetime Quilt Number 274
I've named it Sweet and Swell Mr. Snowman.
It finished at 53" x 53"
The fabric is Sweet Christmas and Swell Christmas by Urban Chiks for Moda
It has approximately 770 pieces. 



 The whole project got started when I saw this pillow kit by Chrissy from Sew Lux Fabric.  I loved the green stripe fabric with the snowman.  So I ordered the kit.



I did't really need another Christmas pillow so I ordered more snowman and green stripe fabric.


And made this.

It took me a couple days of looking at my design wall before I decided to add the geese and the outer border.  I had a limited amount of Swell and Sweet fabric, scraps really, to work with, but in the end I think that forced me to create a simpler top, which I'm really happy with.

I don't really have many winter themed quilts, I look forward to having this one hanging in my sewing room next January.

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Thanks for stopping by, I hope this is the first of many more blog posts this year.





39 comments:

  1. What a great kick-off to 2020 on your updated blog and LOVE this top! I just love how you finished this off and geese are perfect for this,... not to much , not to little , just right! Glad you are back blogging as I so enjoy reading about your work and have to say I am one of those who might get lots of great ideas from you Thelma and thanks for all your help in all!

    Gail

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  2. I love the blogs you follow so I have still visited your blog daily to get to their sites. Was so pleased today to find your posting and learn that you will be back blogging. I've kept with your projects on Instagram, but not the same... Welcome back!!!

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  3. Great to have you back. As usual, your quilt is stunning!

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  4. Oh so happy you are back! I too love your blog list. I enjoy your blog for many reasons. You are such an inspiration with your creativity and accomplishments. In a busy life it is time I take to feel like I am still in touch with a quilting community. Every morning I sit with my coffee and see what is going on. I think it is wonderful that you have this digital scrapbook to look back on of all your work. I would not be surprised if it wasn't turned into a book someday. You are quite accomplished. You and Sisters Choice Quilts blog keep me on my toes wanting to get things done. I know blogs take a lot of time and I am one who is grateful.

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  5. Oh gosh, I am not much of a commenter on blogs and I just realized google has my Southland Woods Lane as ID. My name is Roseanna Jakubowski

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  6. Have always enjoyed all that you share, Thelma. So glad you are back! Your quilts are always beautiful.

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  7. Thelma, so happy to see your blog pop up on my email! I keep checking here to see if Google failed to send your latest accomplishments. I do use your blog roll to jump to other blogs, so thanks for keeping it. A Happy Quilting New Year to you!!

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  8. It's always great to see what you've been working on, Thelma! I'm glad to have you back!! I think that I would love just to watch you iron to see how you get your flimsy and seams as flat as you do. Take care!

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  9. happy, happy, that you're back! I missed your posts and look forward to "catching up" with you.

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  10. I'm glad you decided to keep posting. I look forward to your quilts.

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  11. Glad you are back. I think all of your quilts are wonderful. Please keep posting.

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  12. Love, love, LOVE the Snowman quilt!
    We need you, so thanks for sticking it out through blog troubles!

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  13. How lucky we all are to have you back! This is a fun and happy quilt.

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  14. I'm so happy to see you whenever you have the time and interest to make a post!
    I adore this quilt and that border gave me a great idea for my Blockheads quilt!
    Thanks for the inspiration!

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  15. I noticed your header changed earlier in the week. My high hopes were rewarded today with your blog, back in order, strong and sturdy. And, with a beautiful quilt. The details you added made it delicious. Sorry you had blogging difficulties, but welcome back. Stephani in N. TX.

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  16. Happy New Year, Thelma!! What a beautiful quilt of Carolina Lilies in the update to your banner. Do you have a post about that quilt? The comments above outline my sentiments, also. Your blog has been part of my morning routine for many years and I'm glad to see this new quilt in this morning's post. Clara

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    1. Thank you, Carolina Lily is one of my top 10 favorites. If you go to my second 100 quilts tab look for Coastal Lily, it's #105 and click on link for more detail. Or search Coastal Lily on the "Search this Blog" option. There are several posts that talk about that quilt.

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  17. Thank you for coming back! I need that green stripe. It's perfect for Christmas quilts. Do you happen to remember what it is? I wouldn't know if you asked me because I never remember those things!

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    1. That green stripe is what caught my eye with that whole project, it's from the Sweet Christmas collection by Urban Chiks for Moda. You can still find some online and probably in shops.

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  18. Oh, I'm so glad you're back!! I love seeing your quilts come to life...and being inspired by you! Thanks so much for continuing your wonderful story!

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  19. I'm glad you're back! I've missed seeing your lovely quilts.

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  20. This is good news :-) I enjoy seeing your quilty inspirations and designs. This snowman quilt is lovely and it's always fun to read about your process.

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  21. I am so glad you are back! I get so much inspiration from your quilts and instagram just doesnt' do quilt pictures justice!

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  22. How nice to see your post today! I check your blog every day as I love seeing the beautiful things you create. It is inspiring! So never doubt that others besides yourself care about what you post here :). Colleen C.

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  23. I've missed you and was pleasantly surprised today when I saw your new post! So glad you are back. Love all of your quilts!

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  24. So glad you are back! I've been inspired by your quilts and have really missed your blog.

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  25. Echoing the voices of others above who are so happy you are back to blogging! Love the new look of your home page, too.

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  26. Precious quilt, Thelma. Your design skills are very, very good. I like the final product very much! I am glad you are returning to blogging. You were my very first blog with your red and white quilt years ago and you are still my favorite! Carol in Texas

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  27. Glad you're back to blogging! Love the snowman quilt.

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  28. Good to see you back, Thelma! I like the way you latest quilt came out, and to think it started as a pillow!

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  29. Glad you’re back and love the new quilt top!

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  30. I am so happy you’re back too! It’s awesome to read the process and see your gorgeous quilts!

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  31. I'm so glad you're back to blogging. I follow you on Instagram, but it's just not the same. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  32. I am so glad to see you back! I enjoy seeing and reading about your quilting journey. You are very inspiring. Sweet and Swell Christmas are two of my favorite Christmas fabric lines.

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  33. I, too, am so glad you are back. Your blog facelift looks great and I am happy to see your latest creations. Thank you for sharing your work and providing inspiration for our own.

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  34. So happy to see you are back blogging! I look forward to hearing and seeing more about your prolific quilting journey. Thanks for sharing!
    Debbie R.

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  35. So glad you are back Thelma!!! Love the look of your new blog! It is snowy and cold here in Wisconsin.......great quilting weather!!

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  36. So happy you are back. Looking forward to more beautiful quilts and commentary.

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