Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Bits and Pieces

 This is our Peanut's birthday quilt.  In case you are wondering why we call her Peanut-well, it has been her nickname since birth because of how small she is.  Actually, several of the girls are very tiny so we should call them all this but truly it is Miss M's name.  Her quilt from her birth is so well loved it is wearing in places and looking all of 4 yrs old.  Her sweet mama made her an adorable quilt recently, but my sweet little girl loves her nana's quilts the best.  You can tell how that bothers me-NOT! What is a nana to do but whip one together for her birthday.  I found this fabric in California in Feb. when we were there so had to get it-it looks so much like Peanut.  This quilt isn't the best piecing I've done but I think my stitches are becoming more precise and consistent so for that alone I am happy.  If you click on the photos-you can see the cute fabric up close.
Peanut's birthday is on Thursday and I also got a book for her to go with this.  It is not a twin size but one that will be manageable to drag around the house all the time.  I do have another project I am needing to start very soon; a baby quilt for a friend but I have to wait and see what the sex is of their grandchild.
Have a wonderful day dear ones. 
Noreen
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16 comments:

  1. pamApril 12, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Love the quilt...the eye popping blue caught my eye first. Hope your day is grand!

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  2. Rocky Mountain HomemakerApril 12, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Noreen, I love it! Your grandchildren are so lucky. I suspect when I have grands, I will begin to quilt and sew vintage style clothing for them. Have a great week...........Denise

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  3. KrisApril 12, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Good morning Noreen. Your little "Peanut" will treasure her sweet quilt. I love the little girls on the print! So sweet. How special!
    Have a great day!

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  4. DebbieApril 12, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    I LOVE this...soo pretty. I can imagine why Grandma's quilts just can't be beat. We DO know the sex but I promised I wouldn't tell anyone until she tells Mike this afternoon. I have a post all ready to put up when she gives me the OK, haha....It is burning a hole in my tongue. Soo exciting. Can't wait to see what you come up with for her. Watch for my post! Have a wonderful day! HUGS

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  5. AnonymousApril 12, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Noreen, it is so sweet. I have kept the little blankets that my mother made for our children; hope to pass them on to grandchildren one day.
    Love,
    Miriam

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  6. Kathy ... aka NanaApril 12, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    That quilt is beautiful ... the fabric is gorgeous! There's nothing like a quilt handmade with love by Nana, is there? ;-) Luckily my daughter doesn't sew, so my grands know that all their quilts and blankies come from Nana. They also know that when their stuffies need a little repair, all they have to do is call on Nana for some "emergency surgery". ha! There's very definitely a need for a quilt in the size that the little ones can drag it around with them ... so they can curl up in it while watching a movie, taking a nap, or needing a little comfort. Can't wait to see the next quilt you sew together with love!

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  7. An English ShepherdApril 12, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Lovely quilt :-)

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  8. grammyApril 12, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    That is beautiful...glad I enlarged it (o:
    Do you make one for each kid, or more than one?
    Clouds are rolling in....

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  9. SueApril 12, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Happy Birthday to your dear Peanut, Noreen, She will treasure this most special quilt, made by you. It is beautiful.
    Sue

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  10. Susan BApril 12, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    What a lovely quilt Noreen! I love the sweet fabric, and I love the blue color. I'm sure Peanut will love it! :)

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  11. GramApril 12, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Love the quilt. You find the best fabric in CA. I wish we had more fabric stores here, but then I could really be in trouble. I have so much yardage that I have stockpiled for "someday". I am sure your granddaughter will love this.

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  12. BarbaraApril 13, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Oh that is so lovely, I know they will love it, hugs my friend, Barbara

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  13. JanetApril 13, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I love the beautiful quilt. You are very talented and your grand daughter is so lucky to recieve such a gift from her Nana.

    Grandchildren are such a blessings!

    Have a great day!

    Blessings
    Janet

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  14. Nana on the road....April 13, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Hi Noreen-loved the quilt story. Sent you an email but have not heard back.Our daughter Kristine expects her 7th any day now. I am with her and ask for your prayer for a safe delivery. Love to you and your family from Nana to nine to Nana to nine.! Maureen mayo97@verizon.net

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  15. Nana on the road....April 13, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Hi Noreen-loved the quilt story. Sent you an email but have not heard back.Our daughter Kristine expects her 7th any day now. I am with her and ask for your prayer for a safe delivery. Love to you and your family from Nana to nine to Nana to nine.! Maureen mayo97@verizon.net

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  16. Bee JayApril 13, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    It's a beautiful quilt Noreen and sewn with such love. Blessings!

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