 |
| Click on the graphic to find the list of everyone who is participating in the meet and greet! |
I am so honored and flattered that you have taken time out in your busy life to come to visit me here on my blog. I love making new friends in the quilting world, so this is a huge treat for me, and I am excited to check out some new-to-me blogs during the 2018 Online Quilters Meet and Greet, as well! You will find all the blogs participating in the 2018 Online Quilters Meet and Greet listed on Benita Skinner's Creative Space.
And there are PRIZES!! More on that later...
A little bit about me...In August, Russ and I celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary and we are enjoying our empty nest years. Though I do occasionally share our traveling adventures and some glimpses of our grandchildren, I try to keep that to a bare minimum and stay on topic for my blog, which is the doings and happening in my sewing room.
I first began quilting seriously right around 2007-2008. My personality tends to the more introverted side, which means going to classes to learn how to make a quilt was not an option. Instead, I turned to the internet and found helpful tutorials on blogs, videos on YouTube and used good old fashioned trial and error to teach myself how to piece a quilt as well as do all the quilting on a quilt using my domestic sewing machine. For a short time, I had a long arm machine, but I really didn't enjoy using it, so I sold it. I mostly quilt using a walking foot and I keep telling myself I need to learn to free motion quilt. One of these days!
 |
Four and a half years ago, I began working part-time at Cotton Creek Mill, a quilt shop in historic West Branch, Iowa. My favorite part of my job is to be an encouragement to the ladies and supporting them with their projects. It's fun to see their ideas spring to life!
I know I enjoy seeing what other people have made, so I thought I would share a few of my favorite quilts I have made over the years. There are more pictures and information in the links provided.
My design: Oh, Happy Day!
My design: Amy's Stars
My design: Olivia's Bunnies
My design: Orange Peels
Pattern: My Favorite Things by Amy Gibson
Pattern: Modern Building Blocks by Moda
Pattern: Swoon by Thimble Blossoms
More details about this quilt HERE
The many other Swoon quilts I have made can be found HERE
Book: Material Obsession
More details about this quilt HERE
More details about this Work In Progress quilt HERE
Pattern: Scrap Vortex by Amanda Jean
Star in the center pattern: Scrap Jar Stars
Pattern: Postcard from Sweden by Jeli Quilts
I hope you enjoyed your stay at my blog and choose to come back and visit once in a while. If you would like to get an email notice every time there is a new post, you can sign up through Bloglovin' or fill in your email in the box provided in my sidebar.
As promised, here are the details about the Great Grand Prize you could win!
Starting today and throughout the month of September, for every 'Quilter' guest you visit you can enter to win the Great Grand Prize by simply clicking on the graphic found on their blogs (see below). For more details and a complete list of 'Quilter' guests, go to Benita's Skinner's Creative Space
Thanks again for stopping by! I hope to see you again soon!
I enjoy reading your blog. Your "Oh, Happy Day!" design is a favorite pattern - plan to make it in the future.
ReplyDeleteI've followed your blog for a while...I adore the verse you use in your header! Nice post today! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat quilts. I can’t wait to follow you on future blogs.
ReplyDeleteIt has been a lot of years blogging together, hasn't it Amy. I love seeing what you create and was in awe at all the beautiful quilts as I scrolled down. You are amazing...thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful quilts! I've always enjoyed seeing what you've been up to in your sewing room or on the bike!
ReplyDeleteYou make BEAUTIFUL quilts!! I love your color choices. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda!
DeleteSo glad I found your blog a number of years ago. Always enjoy seeing what you make - and so enjoy seeing some from your earlier years, especially the Oh, Happy Day quilt! Would you believe, my first dresden block was done free-hand - I mean how hard could they be???? - so thankful for blog tutorials - and templates - that guided me on my way :)!
ReplyDeleteLovely to meet you and see your stunning quilts.
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are beautiful. I love the variety of styles and colours. I'll be back for more eye candy. Oh, and about the walking foot quilting...nothing wrong with that! Your quilts look awesome the way you quilt them. I myself am a big fan of my the walking foot :)
ReplyDeleteLove seeing your smiling face [and that of handsome hubby!] and all the colorful quilts you have made...you are such an inspiration to me, dear Amy!
ReplyDeleteGreat quilts with lots of inspiration for me! Good to "meet" you in the blog hop.
ReplyDeleteYour designs and quilts are all so beautiful. "Oh Happy Day" is my favourite from this post, but they're all amazing. I'm putting your blog on my reading list, looking forward to seeing and reading about more of your work. ...very jealous about the quilt shop job!!
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are so pretty! I am like you - a little shy, but I will say I have had some fun classes once I got brave and went ! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteLovely to meet you and your blog today. You have so many gorgeous projects. Love all the bright colors. Your quilts just pop.
ReplyDeleteI've visited your blog before. I'd recognize that pressing table anywhere! You shared a lot of fresh and lovely quilts for the Meet and Greet. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYou two make a handsome couple. Thinning hair, glasses, beard and a shy smile - those ones are the best. I know because I have one at home :-D
ReplyDeleteYour colorful quilts are so joy-giving, as if your sunny personality exudes through your work. Love the puppies, but the floppy ear bunny tugged at my heartstrings and made me go - awwww.... So nice to meet you and hope to see you around!!!
Lovely quilts Amy! You should check out the videos for free motion quilting. Lots of tips out there. I would "practice" on table runners - they are small enough to manage easily and not so daunting if you have to remove some of the stitching. Nice to meet you!
ReplyDeleteI love your bright and beautiful quilts! Nice to meet you Amy!
ReplyDeleteSunshine - that is what I think of looking at your wonderful quilts.
ReplyDeleteThat's so sweet of you to say! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteAs always, I enjoyed my visit. So many beautiful quilts. I made a baby quilt with the fabric you sent, there is still a lot left to use. I will share it on my blog as soon as I can.
ReplyDeleteLove all your work. The bright coloured quilts are fantastic
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are each beautiful. I love the Postcards and the dogs.
ReplyDeleteamy...turnabout is fair play so i'm visiting your blog after you visited mine...i absolutely love your quilts and sounds like they reflect your bright personality perfectly....oh i love the orange peel in those bright colors...i too am a redeemed sheep, a recovering pharisee i like to say....
ReplyDeleteThe dogs in sweaters is way toooo cute. The My Favorite Things quilt is now on my list of quilts to make.
ReplyDeleteBoth are a lot of fun to make! I would love to see them when you are done. =)
DeleteThe Meet and Greet is such a great way to meet other quilt bloggers. West Branch is on my list of Places to Visit because I am "collecting" presidential homes and libraries. Now that I know there's a quilt shop, all the better!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful quilt show! Visiting from the Meet and Greet.
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilts, so bright and cheery! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Wendy. =)
DeleteAmy - the quilts you shared are wonderful, and I love the extra links to be able to learn more about each!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being part of the Quilters Meet & Greet! <3
I love how bright and cheerful the quilts are that you shared here.
ReplyDeleteWow you have made some stunning quilts. I love Postcards from Sweden and My Favourite Things, like me, it looks as though you are unafraid of colour.
ReplyDeleteYou have beautifulm amazing, and stunning quilts. It's difficult for me to take classes because I'm an introvert, too. I'm glad that you are working at a quilt shop and encouraging others in their quilt journeys. Thanks for participating in the Meet and Greet. I recognized some of your quilts and don't know why I wasn't following you and I am now.
ReplyDeleteYour dog quilt made me happy! It's adorable. Enjoyed seeing the other quilts too and my visit here with you. Thank you for asking us over!
ReplyDeleteWow on your quilts. Beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are lovely! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteYou have highlighted some fabulous quilts. I love the Postcard from Sweden; the colors are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteOh Happy Days, that is so pretty and a great tutorial for it. I did like the way you had greens then blues, in various shades.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I'm not sure which one I like the best. They are all so gorgeous. An empty nest can make for some wonderful "me" time, once you get over the lost feeling! LOL!!
ReplyDeleteWowie!! Your quilts are ALL Awesome!! Thank you for sharing!! I found you thru this Meet & Great...love your Blog already..and signing up to Follow!! :)
ReplyDeletepretty pretty pretty! love your quilts!
ReplyDeleteSo many pretty and bright quilts. The name quilt is especially cute.
ReplyDelete