It's been a tough school year work-wise and, now that I've finished testing and there are only 9 more "kid days" of school left, I'm starting to relax a bit. De-stressing and catching up on rest makes a difference in reawakening the creativity, which seems to hibernate at times. So... I started working on two pillow covers.
I was intrigued by the diagonal quilting on the table runner I made for my daughter and wanted to try it for a pillow.... and I like it.
I still like traditional patterns and enlarged this Barrister's Block to 20" to make a large pillow cover. The quilting pattern just came to me out of nowhere...
Once I had it clear in my ole brain, the quilting was easy... just had to pay attention and go slowly.
Monday, a friend and I are going on a road trip to JoAnn's to stock up on stuff we're out of. For me, it's batting, thread, and a couple of 22-24" zippers to finish up these pillow covers. The excursion will include lots of catching up and lunch out!
Wishing you all a lovely Memorial Day!
Love how the quilting came out on the barrister block. Both are great pillows. Enjoy your day sounds like a great time.
ReplyDeleteThe pillows are looking good! Have fun on your outing. I know summer can't come soon enough for you!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time! Rest, refresh, relax and enjoy!
ReplyDeleteBlessings dear friend!
Your less frequent posting lately is an indicator of the stress level with which you have been dealing, I suppose. : )
ReplyDeleteI'm glad there is an end in sight very soon.
I think diagonal lines always make a nice option for quilting--the pillow design looks nice.
Wonderful idea to get away. You deserve a break. Don't forget to take coupons to Jo Ann's
ReplyDeleteI love your " pillows to be", it are real " one block wonders".
ReplyDeleteHave a great day on Monday.
Hope you have a productive and fun road trip! I am just going to stay home today and enjoy the sunshine.
ReplyDeleteI like the quilting very much. Sounds like a fun Memorial Day.
ReplyDeleteLillian
Do some therapeutic shopping for me, too. It's been a while.
ReplyDeleteHugs
The cushions look fab, Freda. I hope you enjoy your day out. :o)
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a great day with your friend and came home with lots of neat stuff!
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