It's been a busy month . . .



WOW - the 28th of June!  Where did this month go???  Let's see . . .  I got the quilts delivered for Slave Lake, took a few Long Arm classes in Edmonton, spent a week in Kimberley with the grandkids, and have three more quilts to show you.

But first, a little story to share regarding the quilts for Slave Lake.  A facebook friend of mine, who also happens to be a childhood friend that I haven't seen for probably 35 years, saw the Quilts for Slave Lake posting on Facebook.   A family member was one of the unfortunate people who lost their home in the fires, but more to the point, she lost a pink and white quilt that her grandmother made for her over 25 years ago.  They contacted me and asked if they could possibly receive one of my quilts, and I couldn't see why not.  So, now the beautiful pink and white quilt that Susan donated, is hers.  I think that's a great story . . . . don't you?



Now  belongs to Slave Lake resident Christina - I'm sure it will be treasured!



OK, on to more quilts from Little House . . . .

Here's pictures of Judy's Crazy Quilt.  It's pieced in nice warm flannels, and I quilted it using "Surf's Up" panto by David Hudson.  Glide thread top and bobbin.

Close up of Crazy Quilt - Surf's Up panto

Judy's Crazy Quilt



Judy's Crazy Quilt - waiting for some Cuddle Time



 Judy made another quilt out of the same flannel fabric.  This pattern is calledTurning Twenty - meaning it's made of twenty fat quarters.  I quilted it with Glide thread and "Starburst" panto by Patricia Ritter.  I don't know which one is my favorite - they'd  both be so inviting on a cool evening with a good book or perhaps a glass of red wine  ;) !

Judy's Turning Twenty

Another of Judy's Flannel Turning Twenty

 

 

 








.... and one more quilt to show you . . . This one is a lap quilt using the "Disappearing Nine Patch" pattern.  I quilted it with Glide thread and Ebb and Flow panto from Willow Leaf Studios.

Disappearing Nine Patch - Ebb and Flow panto

Ebb and Flow panto - Close up





All of these quilts are warm looking, aren't they?  Next time I will have some wilder colors  for you to see - I promise.   Here's a sneak peek . . .

 

The weather has finally turned for the better, so I may have to spend more time outside than in, but I still have lots of work to do!  The quilts are piling up at Little House - and that's great!!  Until next time, enjoy your Canada Day celebrations and I look forward to posting some great July quilts from the Little House.

 

 



Quilts for Slave Lake

As promised, here are pictures of the quilts I'll be taking up to Edmonton for delivery to Slave Lake.  I didn't piece any of these quilts, and only quilted 7 of them.  The others were donated completely finished.  I was happy to do this - and, if I say so myself, they are fabulous!!!  I love every single one of them!  And I know, a lot of heart and soul went into making each one.  Thanks so much to the quilters who donated them. 

I was getting a bit carried away with my "photo shoot" , but . . . . Enjoy the pics . . .

 

 

A brilliant quilt pieced by Susan's friend, and quilted by LHC using the panto Double Plume by Karyn Emmerson.

Close up



another view - don't you just love the colors!!!

another close up

This one is done in flannels - soooo cozy!  Pieced and donated by Susan Lock, quilted by LHC - Starburst panto by Patricia Ritter

Close up of quilting - doesn't the design fit nicely with the flowers in the fabric?

Another close up . . .

Bright and Cheery quilt pieced by Susan Lock and quilted by LHC - panto design was "Peacock Meandering"

Close up



Pieced backing - close up



another close up

Pinwheel quilt pieced by Susan Lock - quilted by LHC in freehand design

Close up

Front and backing

Very nice . . . . . thankyou Susan for such a great job!

Scrappy Stars - pieced by Susan Lock - quilted by LHC - panto design Japonica by Keryn Emmerson

Close up 

Front and backing

another great job, Susan!



Disappearing nine-patch pieced by Susan Lock, quilted by LHC - panto design Roses and Ribbons 



Close up

Front and backing

now all we need is a good book to curl up with!

Stunning pinks - pieced by Susan Lock, quilted by LHC using Different Strokes panto

got to have a second look it's SO beautiful!

Close up 

Front and backing . . . .

Wait a minute - LOOK at the backing!  How clever is Susan????



Backing as beautiful as the front . . .



Pretty in Pink, I'd call it!

Cozy flannel quilt pieced and quilted by Nancy of Crazy Creek Creations

Another of Nancy's works of art . . .

- and yet another all done by Nancy at Crazy Creek Creations

Thanks so much Nancy - these are going to be appreciated so much!

King Sized quilt donated by Doris - THANK YOU Doris!!!

Here's the stack of them - ready to be snuggled with!

So, that's about it from the Little House for now . . . tomorrow I am heading up to Edmonton to take a couple of classes at Sparrow Studioz and I think I'll also take in the Edmonton District Quilt Guild quilt show while I'm there . . . couldn't hurt!  I'm also going to try and watch the Canucks get back on the right side of the scoreboard with my little sista - Sharon.  It should be a good weekend, all in all!    Until next time -   Happy Quilting or what ever it is that keeps you in balance!

June . . . does that mean summer is here???

It was a bit of a rough couple of weeks at Little House . . . the weather has not been cooperating, AND last week the torrential rains caused the basement to flood.  Guess what's in the basement - right - the Lenni Lounge!  So, we sopped up all the water, moved the furniture, and dried out the basement. 

Today the sun is shining (for now) and the basement is dry . . . that means, Lenni should be back up and running tomorrow . . . AND, the hummingbirds are back, the orioles are visiting and the mama goose has left the hay stack (you had to be there!).

So ......

In May, wildfires destroyed about 1/3 of the town of Slave Lake, Alberta,  - homes, businesses and livelihoods.  In response to the tragedy and devastation, a fabric shop in Edmonton is organizing the collection of quilts for those residents of Slave Lake who lost their homes.  Now a quilt cannot replace what is lost, but we all know, quilts CAN comfort - and that's what this is all about.  I will be donating some quilts from my "stash", and I have been amazed by the support of others - some that I don't even know!  I have collected half a dozen quilts from generous quilters, and will also be taking in some tops that quilters have completed, and will be quilting them on my long arm, Lenni.  When I head to Edmonton on June 9th to my quilting classes at Sparrow Studioz, I'll take what I have been able to collect, and deliver them to Edmonton for the Slave Lake cause.

It's the least I can do . . . I just had to suck gallons of water out of my basement - but at least I HAVE a basement - I can't imagine what it would be like to lose your home and neighborhood like those in Slave Lake.

Once I have all my donations in order, I'll post a picture of them for you to see.

After those are all complete, I have 5 of my own tops waiting patiently for their turn on Lenni . . . here's a couple of them.





This is a Mystery Quilt that I did last fall - "High Desert Mystery Quilt"  It's a full queen size.




I completed this Block of the Month last year as well - it's HUGE!  I need lots of time and imaginative juices flowing before I tackle this one.  I love the colors, don't you??


The Festival of Quilts was held at Heritage Park last weekend - what a stunning display of quilts - over 500 of them.  I really think next year Little House Creations will have a few hanging for all to see.  This isn't a judged show - just a wonderful variety of quilting from beginner to friggin' amazingly advanced!  As luck would have it, I forgot my camera at home, so my friend, Carol, took these photos with her cell phone - what would we do without cell phones???  Thanks, Carol  :)

Here's just a sampling  . . .. (I hope I'm not infringing on any copyright laws - as I don't know who made these, I just know that the event is spectacular - and it didn't hurt that the sun was shining!)

Check out the June Special I am offering under the "Brochure" link on the right hand side!  Now that's a bargain!!!

Until next time we meet in the Little House . . . . "Go Canucks Go"