Thank you to Carol of Just Let Me Quilt for sponsoring this blog hop. The hourglass shape is one that I really don’t do that much so this was fun. I wanted my quilt to be scrappy and the challenge was even greater to wrestle with these triangle shapes. My blocks were cut at 7″ and once making them into hourglasses they became 6″ and finally, sewn into the quilt they finished at 5.5″ to be just the right size for a generous baby quilt. I used an hourglass tutorial (by Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew) to help me utilize scraps and create a cheery design. She created an hourglass a day, which is an interesting concept. The best part of her post is an hourglass sizing chart that’s just the right tool to help you make use of your scraps and avoid having to do your own math. I love when I can dive in with minimal need to calculate measurements!
On a personal note, this has been a rough time. Two family members are getting over Covid at home and my father is in the hospital across the country. Time in a bottle turns out to be exactly how I feel lately. There just isn’t enough sand in my bottle and I’m feeling squeezed and honestly, a little anxious. All this in a week when we lost an hour due to Day Light Savings Time. What a nutty time it’s been and I’m sure this shall pass, but meanwhile it’s a lot!
All that said, I still managed to get a quilt top done. I barely had time to photograph and write this post but I did it! Mission accomplished! I love how the top came out all bright with primary colors. It very much reminds me of a baby quilt that I made years ago and quilted while pregnant with my first set of twins. Time does fly by and those “babies” are 27 now!! I haven’t seen the quilt in a long time but I’ll have to go dig it up and take a peak. Now I have a new quilt in progress to finish for some new bouncing baby.
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What a happy and colorful quilt. I also love primary colors in a quilt.
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Very fun quilt top. It will be loved. Now take some time for yourself and just breath. OK now you can go back to worrying and caring for the family, but remember to take a couple of minutes and breath.
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Selina, Thank you so much. I’m trying to catch my breath and yes…sewing is my time for myself. I really appreciate your support.
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I’m so sorry you are feeling “squeezed” – it’s a tough time for you it sounds. Congrats on making this super cute quilt top. It’s so awesome.
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Carla, Thanks so much. I’m not feeling as squeezed right now but I am home, catching up and starting to breath again.
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You have had so much on your plate that it is amazing you got this lovely project done! Your perseverance paid off! Thanks for sharing and prayers that your family will soon be healthy.
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Carol, Thanks so much. I am just back from visiting my parents and now it’s time to settle back in again. I’m hoping to get some sewing time on my day off. I miss my creative time!!
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The colors you chose with your scraps do a great job bringing it all together.
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Thanks so much. I really appreciate you stopping by my post from last week.
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I can only hope that your family members get better soon. I’m very impressed that you managed to get this sweet little quilt done. Well done
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Carol, Thanks so much. I fell in love with this little quilt as it evolved. I have no idea when it will get quilted, but for now I’m enjoying it as just a bright, sunny top.
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Very cute quilt and I loved the fabrics that you used. Oh I am sorry you are having challenges. My parents live across the country too, and this past year has been a challenge with them and their health–multiple hospitalizations, surgeries, COVID….Like you said this too shall pass.
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Thank you for telling me that I’m not alone in this journey. I just came back this morning from a ridiculous 8 hour flight home. I made it to work and now can begin to recalibrate my sleep pattern. It’s not fun when we feel pulled in all directions.
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Even though you feel pressed for time, this quilt turned out great! Good for you pressing on. I pray for health and healing for your family and peace for you!
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Thank you so much. I am just back from visiting my parents in L.A. Everyone here at home is Covid-free. Life will hopefully calm down a bit now. I’m cleaning out emails ( 30,000 on my phone so it’s time to streamline and reduce incoming message) and finally getting back to everyone. I love our blog hops and really hope to stay on top of them, despite what comes my way.
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You really accomplished a lot with making all those hourglass blocks, Elana, in spite of the struggles you’ve been dealing with. It turned out really bright and cheery! Did you say your “second set of twins”? Wow! I hope your life calms down and gets back to whatever normal would be. xo
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Yes, my second set of twins!! I’m that crazy mom who went back for one more baby and got another set of multiples. They’re grown (sort of) now and launching their careers. It was a hectic few years for sure! I am feeling a little better having just come back from visiting my parents in L.A. I hope things stay calm for awhile. Thanks again. XOXO Elana
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Love your quilt top. Hope your family members are well on the way to recovery.
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Karrin, thank you for stopping by. As for recovery…some and some. Covid is a beast even for my family members who were triple vaccinated. I can’t even imagine what it would have been if they weren’t inoculated. Thanks so much for the support.
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I love the bright colors that you’ve chosen for your hourglass quilt! It seems that there’s never enough time, so good for you to choose self-care and spend some of that time quilting.
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Thank you so much. Self-care means sewing time, right!? I’m hoping for that on my day off. Meanwhile, there really isn’t enough time. I can’t believe it’s almost April!
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Your plate is full and overflowing, and yet you have created a beautiful bright and cheery hourglass quilt. In my books you are amazing, and I’m happy that you are sharing this with us. hugs.Lynn
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Lynn, Thank you so much. I’m glad I pulled it all off but finishing this quilt will be a future endeavor. Right now I need some time to catch my breath. Thanks so much for the support.
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It’s definitely been a crazy time for many of us. Prayers for your family dealing with this virus. I love your baby quilt, Elana. It is definitely bright and cheery.
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Brenda, Thank you so much. I just returned from L.A. this morning. I am jet lagged for sure but glad to be home. I saw this quilt today and it made me smile. I’m sure it won’t get finished for awhile but meanwhile, it’s a nice start.
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So sorry you are dealing with a lot lately, but on a high note, your quilt top is beautiful! I love the primary colors, so cheerful. Hugs!
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Daryl, Thank you so much. With all that is going on, those bright colors sure do help me smile! I can’t wait to see it finished…but that will be awhile for sure.
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The quilt is fun! Love that banana print! Covid was a beast when we got it. Hope all heals soon in your house!
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Leah, thank you so much. I also love that banana print and got it in the gray color also. It makes me smile. I can report that my house is faring better. My family back home is a different story. Thanks so much for the support.
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I hope things in your life start to settle down a bit for you. Covid has taken a toll on so many. Glad you were able to meet your own goal and finish your beautiful baby quilt through it all though. There is a little one who is going to absolutely love their quilt. Take care of yourself. Some days the hummmm of my sewing machine is just the medicine I need.
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Joan, thank you for the kind words. I just got back from L.A. late this morning actually. I still managed to go to work today but it wasn’t easy. You are right about sewing. What I really wanted was to stay home and sew!! I can’t wait to have some creative time to catch my breath. I frequently say that creating for me, is like oxygen.
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Your quilt is fantastic! You did a great job with the blocks. I hope everyone in your family is doing better soon.
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Elizabeth, Thank you so much. I enjoyed this hop and my family are better from their Covid cases, now a new sinus infection in the family. Sadly, aging isn’t curable? I am blessed and that is for certain.
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I love your bright colours! Hope life straightens out for you soon.
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Cindy, Thanks. I just returned from a visit back home. I am grateful for your thoughtful support and cheer. On this dreary day home with rain and jet lag, I’m also glad to have chosen bright colors for this project! It should cheer me up even as I quilt it to a finish.
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I know how you are feeling, we just got over covid in the household and time is just going by too quickly… Your project is lovely though, well done for getting it all stitched up! xx
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I just returned from California last night but have wanted to say thank you. Yes, the Covid situation is better, although my husband reports feeling very fatigued. I guess he’s lucky to be fully vaccinated and on the mend. I can’t wait to get this quilt finished but for now, I’m just happy to be home with only one new illness in the family.
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Elana, I am so sorry to hear of all you are dealing with. Sometimes life just feels so stormy. Hope the sun shines soon for you.
I LOVE your quilt top. Those primary colors are really perfect together – I remember doing a red, yellow and blue quilt a long time ago and loved it.
Take care, Bernie
On Wed, Mar 16, 2022 at 5:56 AM That Fabric Feeling wrote:
> thatfabricfeelingcom posted: ” Thank you to Carol of Just Let Me Quilt for > sponsoring this blog hop. The hourglass shape is one that I really don’t do > that much so this was fun. I wanted my quilt to be scrappy and the > challenge was even greater to wrestle with these triangle sha” >
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Bernie, Thank you so much. I just returned from LA and have been grateful to touch base with my family there. I really appreciate your support. I also hope that the sun shines soon. All the best, Elana
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