Just after the twins were born I found a quilting group just around the corner from me. It’s run by a lovely lady called Wendy, you just bring along your own work, sit down and quilt. They are a lovely bunch of ladies and I’m not sure what we talk about for 2 hours but there is always a lot of talking and lots of friendly discussions to join in on.
So after a 2 year absence I rejoined the group on monday night, I was a bit late as I had to get littlest miss asleep before I was ‘allowed’ to leave home. But it was great to just forget about everything going on right now and do some hexagons. I’m going to try to make it a regular babysitting time with retro daddy and maybe, just maybe, I will get my grandmothers flower garden quilt finished. Some people do yoga or meditation…………I craft!
I’ve been using charm square packs for my hexagons and so far have used Hunky Dory, Verna, Bliss and Oliver & S! I still have about 15 hexagon flowers to go but I’m making progress…………..slowly but surely.
oh and you’ll also find me today over at seven cherubs………..I just love large family blogs like Naomi’s because I think 4 is tough so I don’t know how you do 7!
That sounds like a lot of fun and very relaxing Corrie! You deserve some of that.
I’m always working on my hexies.. Mine are a decidedly darker version, maroons and reds and golden yellow and greens, and white. I also did a creative pattern.. I have to say though. I love the happy fabrics that you chose.. they make me smile! They just have a good feeling to them.
Tus hijos son preciosos y las telas de tus hexagonos son bellisimas , me encanta ese jardín de la abuela….mis oraciones para tu mamá
un gran abrazo
I love that pink floral fabric of the uppermost hexagon. It almost looks like smiley faces!
Ever where I go at the moment I see hexagons… I think someone is trying to tell me something (that I should start making some hexagons!)
Your stitching is invisible! I love your hexies and need to get back to mine, they are addicting.
I joined a sewing group just before xmas and tomorrow night we are learning to quilt…so looking forward to it
I enjoyed your Mother Heart post over at Seven Cherubs.
x
So Glad that you re-joined your sewing Group….it will be a night that you will look forward too and you definetly need some time out for yourself…
those hexies look Gorgeous looking forward to seeing them come together…
cheers
Really glad you made it, corrie. My quilting groups are my sanity-savers. Cheaper than therapy
Love the fabrics Corrie and glad you are getting a bit of me time.
cheers shez
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It was lovely to read that you’ve found some special *me* time amongst all the crazy stuff that you’ve had going on. I started making hexies a couple of nights ago and I find them really relaxing to do. I’m doing a pillow to start with, but my dream it to one day complete a quilt!
I’m only doing 1″ hexies for the pillow, but I think I might need to upsize that quite a bit for the quilt – or else I’ll be stitching forever..
Loving your fabric choices by the way
Mel xo
Dear Corrie,
So glad you are finding some relaxing time for yourself after such a hectic and draining time these past weeks. These couple of hours amazingly rejuvenate us 10 fold I’m sure.
Best wishes, Christine xo
Yes, I totally agree, there’s nothing better for the soul than sitting with some quilting friends stitching and having a good chat.
What a great idea. Sounds like some lovely time out for you xx
That will look so beautiful. Here’s hoping you manage to finish it before you become a granny!! Cherrie
Look at those beautiful hexies. ANd your stitching. Wow.
Your group sounds great.
I am in awe of you and your four children. I am in awe of people with two.
Love those pinks with a little green…being with other crafters just multiplies the delight!
Sounds like a great way to get some Rest and Relaxation!
Loving those hexies too!
Well, good for you, Corrie. I’m so pleased to see you are taking some time out for yourself. I know how precious and beneficial that is. J x
So nice to be able to get out and have some you time – looking forward to seeing the pile of hexy’s grow:)