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I have two rows completed - and there are only four rows - but time is ticking so I plan to make major progress on this later today.
And speaking of quilting, last weekend I attended a family reunion and among the pictures spread on a table, I found this shot of my Great-Grandmother.
Grandma Hattie quilted - totally by hand - for many years, and I am blessed to have two of her finished quilts. One of them was made especially for my mother with scraps from Mom's (clothing) sewing projects. Great-Grandma finished it on her 80th birthday. My mom is now nearing 80 and I see a lot of resemblance to her grandma. I snitched this photo and it now sits next to my sewing machine for inspiration.
And one totally random thought: Does anyone but me love the name Hattie? Technically, it's short for Harriet, but the abbreviated form just sounds so feminine and old-fashioned and lovely. I often regret that we didn't name our daughter Hattie. Daughter doesn't regret it at all!
That fabric looks great in the kitchen. I agree, a little of the red and more of the print around the other window will add that bit more punch.
ReplyDeleteI don't know that I have heard the name Hattie before. I do like it better than Harriet. That is a lovely photo of your great-grandmother.
That's perfect - I love the vintage fabric in your kitchen! What a neat photo for inspirations - you're doing great with your UFOs. Hattie? If you had asked me 10 years ago, I'd probably say no , but now - yes, I kind of like it.
ReplyDeleteLove the new curtains and the clean kitchen! But then that's how it always looks when I'm there!!
ReplyDeleteGreat curtains! Love the red! Adding that second curtain is a great idea. Your quilt for the camper is also very nice.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Hattie was short for Harriet. Harriet is just okay, but I really like Hattie, but like Karen, I probably wouldn't have when I was younger.
I love red in a kitchen. Mine is all red Kitchenaid utensils and gadgets. I agree a bit more red around the other window would look nice, even if is it pushed open. You might consider narrow strips on the side that are permanently tied back and never intended to close. The red sure sparks up the honey colored woodwork.
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