We are inside this morning waiting for a summer thunderstorm to pass. It reached 89 degrees yesterday and the cool air is welcome, since it's supposed to warm up again by the end of the day. Somehow, turning on the iron is not that appealing right now.
There are several things I want to start, but so far I haven't gotten around to any of them. So, since I don't have a current
craft to show, I went to the cupboard and pulled out this little quilt I made in 1992. I know this because it's signed and dated. You see, I do follow my own advice about labeling. It comes in handy, not only for future generations, but also for YOURSELF when you get old and forgetful like me! (hee hee)
I have a lot of memories when I look at this. It had been my desire at the time (and a goal I've never quite achieved) to create a small quilt 
for all the seasons to display on the hallway wall. I picked that location because it was neutral territory and I could make anything at all without worry of colors and patterns clashing in other rooms. This is the one I made to celebrate July 4th. It was a fun little quilt to make. Especially the red quilting.
I love this quilt, is simply W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L!!!
Posted by: laura | July 04, 2006 at 10:06 AM
What a beautiful quilt, and I love your idea about mini-quilts for your front entrance!
Posted by: Mary-Heather | July 04, 2006 at 10:27 AM
I love the idea of a quilt hanging for each holiday. This one is so happy and bright - just as the 4th of July should be.
Happy 4th of July to you and your family!
(have a piece of that cherry cobbler for me - if there's any left :-)
Posted by: tinker | July 04, 2006 at 10:45 AM
I've been thinking of trying a small quilt, about wall hanging size. I just love the colours on this one.
Posted by: Amy | July 04, 2006 at 11:26 AM
Look great! Love your choice of friendly fabrics :)
Posted by: Lilli | July 04, 2006 at 12:30 PM
gorgeous!
Posted by: justine | July 04, 2006 at 01:06 PM
Beautiful. A happy Fourth !!! Clarice
Posted by: Clarice | July 04, 2006 at 03:46 PM
what a beautiful quilt ! bravo !
Posted by: fanchon68 | July 05, 2006 at 02:13 AM
Beautiful quilt!
I love the colours without being American :)
Posted by: Lina | July 05, 2006 at 02:34 AM
Incredible! The quilting is wonderful!
Posted by: *jenny | July 05, 2006 at 07:54 AM
Lovely quilt! I love the red stitching (obviously by hand-hurrah!) on the back! That is STILL a good aspiration even though it was made a few years ago! And only 11 more months to go! I think you should GO for it-whenever you get bored! hehehe Rebecca
Posted by: Rebecca | July 05, 2006 at 08:24 AM
Gorgeous! Your stitches are so uniform and straight...great work! Love how the colors react to each other when looking at the quilt as a whole. What a neat reason for that little quilt!
Posted by: PJ | July 05, 2006 at 08:34 AM
I love your red, white and blue quilt - especially the red quilting. What a lovely idea to make seasonal quilts for your front entry. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Michelle | July 05, 2006 at 02:14 PM
wow! This quilt is amazing. I love the red hearts so much.
Posted by: Gisela | July 05, 2006 at 02:55 PM
Wonderful quilt!! I love the look of handquilting but have yet to muster the courage to try it. So pretty!
Posted by: Sarah | July 05, 2006 at 03:06 PM
I really like the idea of making some small quilts right now, especially because I'm so inexperienced. I really want to try hand quilting and a small piece just seems doable!
Unlike the queen-size one I'm working on right now!! sheesh...what was I thinking???
Posted by: Toni | July 05, 2006 at 03:38 PM
What a gorgeous festive quilt! (Hmmm perhaps the next project will be a lap quilt? I'm very inspired by this! As soon as I finish the knitting, sewing, crocheting, and etc... around here....) I love it. And I love the idea of hanging seasonal quilts -- what a great way to decorate! I am posting a small package to you this morning with the s&h for the fabric bundle and a couple little goodies for you... Enjoy!
Posted by: Leanne | July 06, 2006 at 07:03 AM
Yes, the outdoors does beckon this time of year. I love those days when the weater cooperates and I can embroider outside on the patio, but the little weeds in the garden mock me and soon I'm in the borders plucking them out, lol! In the heat waves we so frequently have, the library is my best friend and DH keeps us stocked with reading and listening material. :D
Posted by: Von | July 06, 2006 at 08:06 AM
It's beautiful, Vicki.
Posted by: Linda | July 10, 2006 at 03:12 PM