So what did I do? Here's the roll of top, batting, and back of my Carolina Christmas.
I'm waiting for when I have 2-3 hours of a free dining room table so I can sandwich it.
On my design wall, I've added those DP blocks.
I've learned a few things. 1) the background has to be the same on each block or the design doesn't stand out. 2) a large print doesn't work here (the flower fabric) - better to save and use it where it can be a focus unit. 3) the stripe looks too busy. Alas - these will go in the orphan block pile or a center for a St Anne's quilt - still to decide.
And outside - lots of fried plants. I watered them in the AM - they just couldn't withstand the 110+ temps. But out my kitchen door, I got a surprise. These amaryllis sent out a stalk of flowers! It may be because I forgot and left the hose on near them for quite a while one evening. I hope your staying cool - those of you in the Northern Hemisphere. I have been humbled after reading about Phoenix, AZ - they had some 122 degree days and eight people died! I'll stop complaining. It could be worse.
Last week's winner of that book is Moira. I've sent her an email. Thank you for participating in the giveaway, faithful readers. There might be another one this coming Friday. Blessings.
