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| Diary Quilt Block 1 |
So I am now 1 week into my diary quilt. I have already learned a thing or two...edit, keep it simple, don't try to put it all into one block. It is going to be interesting to try and fit everything into a 6" block and at the same time tell a story!
So for this one the first thing that the word "birthday" suggests to me is cake, balloons and when I was little, every girl wore a party dress to any birthday party.
Another thing I want to do is to try and not just write on the quilt, that is not to say that won't happen! A part of the reason to do this is to try and be aware and more creative. I have some old tape measures and decided to use them to put on my birth date. I think it worked out pretty well.
Here is a "vintage" picture of me when I was 3 in a party dress. I can remember hating that dress. The petticoat scratched at the waist, but as you can see it was polka dots! I loved the dress for that and that alone! Gee what's with those bangs???
Last night was our holiday party at Penn Oaks Quilt Guild. We are also celebrating our 25th anniversary. Every member got a pin as a gift, we played strip quilto (like bingo) ate some yummy snacks and had a good time. Congratulations Penn Oaks!
Kelly
Go Kelly! great start. I too remember the scratchy 'slip' edging. what were they thinking?
ReplyDeleteHi Kelly! I miss the Guild, but then again it's going to be nearly 80 in Orlando today!
ReplyDeleteadorable dress!!! ah yes I had bangs like that too :)
ReplyDeletegreat first block and oh Love that tape idea, looking forward to seeing the next block
kathie
Happy Birthday Kelly! Over the weekend I had a gal pal brunch, and more than one mentioned hating crinolines under party dresses! My mom used to trim my bangs like that too. :)Great first quilt block, creative to use the tape for the numbers. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteHappy, happy, birthday!
ReplyDeleteI had way too many polka dot frocks! A blue and a hot pink, a green.. I can go on.. I loved them all!
ReplyDeleteLove your block.. clever on the date! Cute picture of you with that bright smile.
Happy Birthday! See you tomorrow!
Happy birthday to you!!!! That block is amazing! I can hardly believe it's only 6 inches. So many clever little bits!! That photo of you is so hilarious!! Congrats to all the PennOaks quilters on their 25th anniversary. Have a truely wonderful birthday Kelly!
ReplyDeletelove it great start to a new year, the picture is wonderful. Gosh 25 years for Penn Oaks I remember the 10th Anniversary and all the fun we had . good memories. wish I was 55 again hell I wish I was 35. enjoy IN GOOD HEALTH. Joanne
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, Kelly! You are just 4 1/2 months older than me!
ReplyDeleteYour diary quilt is great - I want to do something like that one day!
Hi Kelly--Love your First Diary block--perfect to start on your birthday--hope you have a happy day. Almost like a "scrapbook" quilt block....Julierose
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, Kelly! I think the diary quilt you've decided to tackle is going to be awesome. A lot of work and diligence, but totally awesome. What a legacy about yourself you're creating. I'm sure future generations will admire and be impressed by what you've done. A great start!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I remember dresses like that! Nothing like dots, gotta love em!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great start to the calendar quilt. Love the tape measure and all the other details. I'm sure you must have an amazing stash. I hope your birthday was a wonderful one!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! The use of that tape measure for your date is inspired!
ReplyDeleteI wish you the most happiest of birthdays! Your block is inspired. Love the tape measure date. You've got it going on girl, bangs, itchy petticoat and all. I can so relate. I'll have to send you a similar picture of myself in my polka dot dress & bangs.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! A little late, but that's me. I love your block - great elements and that date done with the tape measures is so cool! I love your old photo too - I think we all had those silly bangs back then. Must have been a fad? I have a similar picture of myself too. I'm only a few years older than you. Great way to start your personal new year!
ReplyDeleteThis block is fab! I love the tape measure date. This is going to be so fun to see what you do next.
ReplyDeleteThe old photo is adorable!