Get Ready for Summer Giveaway

Hi, I'm giving away a duplicate Teri Christopherson book I have.  It's called Seaside Cottage.  Has some great summer quilts in it.  I just love her use of piecing and applique.  You have two ways to win:  1. become a follower and leave me a message saying so, and 2. leave a comment of where you spend your summers. You can do this below. Ends May 30th at 11:59pm.  Good luck!

From the Garden

My husband grows cacti for their unusualness, their beauty, their difficulty to grow, their uniqueness.  One of their bountiful qualities is the beauty of their flowers.  I was watering the patio plants and spied this one in full bloom from a distance in his shade area.  Here it is in the full sun.  It is so bright that the color looks a little washed out.

Here it is with me shading it.  You can see the color better and the wonderful centers.  Bees love this cactus.



Design Wall Monday 5/16th

I have something new on my design wall and I can report that I've cut up a half yard of fabrics already for this week.  Here are my 4 patches that I'll probably use in a charity quilt.