Six Quilts for Kids in six weeks.
All those aforementioned little bits involved in getting them out the door may take another week or so (it may take a week just to get the cat hair off of them), but that wasn't factored into the original goal, anyway. I am both surprised I stuck with this project and proud of myself for doing so -- it was totally worth the time, effort, and lessons learned.
And it's nice to remind myself every once in a while that I'm not as incapable as I may think.
The last quilt was simple-simple, a last-ditch checkerboard just to get things done. I wasn't that crazy about the fabric combination on the front, but the backing brought it all together -- it's not specifically a "kid" print, but very fun, and the quilting gives it a lot of movement.
I'm not sure I'll be so ambitious next year -- maybe fewer quilts, or maybe I'll do a few tops during the year and just quilt them during Lent. It probably wasn't as difficult as I made it out to be, but I'm not used to output under pressure, and was trying to work on other projects at the same time. A deadline every once in a while? No problem. One every week? Major challenge.
But that's what the season is all about, isn't it? Creating a challenge -- whether it be swearing off chocolate or beer or working out five days a week or volunteering -- and rising up to meet it.
Mission accomplished!
11 comments:
I know it was a lot of hard work for you but when I look at your beautiful stack of quilts I can't help but think of the kids who will benefit from your time and talents! It was definitely worth it!
Good job!
Tricia
Quite impressed! Lovely quilts - great mission accomplished!
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They look wonderful, and what an accomplishment, as well as a generous donation.
I really need to work on my quilting speed. It takes me FOREVER to do even wavy line quilting--don't know if it's my machine, or me. I am in awe of even one of yours finished in a week, let alone six in six!
Congratulations!
Good job! I do agree deadlines are one thing but one every week is quite another.
that stack is impressive, and in such a short time. that is 6 more than I got finished in the same time period.
Way to go!! You need to frame a photo of this to remind you of your accomplishment.....they look great all stacked up.
How wonderful! I can just imagine six kids being happy with those cheerful quilts!
Wonderful finishes for a wonderful cause!!
What an inspiration! You've got me thinking about a string of deadlines - maybe you should create a quilt along challenge for us to join you next time! Congrats!
That stack of fun quilts is sure to bring smiles to some sweet faces.
Great job! As another person with "Quilter's ADD", I understand what a major accomplishment this was for you. Congratulations for sticking to it! And what a wonderful pile of great quilts! Savor the moment, and then take a deep breath.
I agree with Jane, you should post this picture next to your sewing machine to remember what you did!
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