Thursday, May 21, 2009

Eye Candy!

Yesterday was our guild meeting.  I always come away so pumped and full of inspiration.  We have some absolutely amazing quilters in our group who are so sharing, positive and upbeat.  I soooo look forward to the third Wednesday of every month which is when we meet.

The highlight of yesterday’s meeting was the reveal of 12 charity quilts made by the combined efforts of many of our members.  There is a new local hospice opening in the Fall of this year and it is our goal to have a hand made quilt for each of the 18 beds.  To date, 12 have been completed and more are in the works.

DSCN0448By the time I remembered to take my camera out, these had already been shown.

DSCN0447 We have several longarm quilters in our group who have donated their time and materials to finish these quilts.

DSCN0449The machine quilting is absolutely stunning, and most of the quilts are custom quilted.

DSCN0450Even as I type this, I’m still amazed at the work and beauty.

DSCN0456 And more eye candy…

DSCN0451Outstanding quilts by an outstanding group of gals for an outstanding cause!

Have an outstanding creative day and as always…

Happy stitching!

Kaaren

12 comments:

Abby and Stephanie said...

The generosity of others never ceases to amaze me. What special ladies to make such gorgeous. I know they'll bring comfort to those who use them.

Abby and Stephanie said...

well "quilts" needed to be added in there. oops

Bunny said...

This is absolutely heartwarming. Those quilts are so beautiful and knowing that they are made with such love and generosity, touches the heart. Bravo to your Guild.

Diane H said...

Hi Kaaren, What blessings these quilts will give, love, warmth and the joy of colour to the body and spirit.
Your blog is looking wonderful and as always a pleasure to follow your amazing projects. Be well.
DianeH

Cathi said...

What absolutely gorgeous quilts for such a great purpose!

Candace said...

What a wonderful project, Kaaren. It warms my soul to see these beautiful quilts go to such a worthy cause! And my eyes definitely need to go on a diet after seeing all that candy!
Cheers!

Mel said...

Kaaren, I love it when quilting bloggers share their guild quilts! Thank you so much!

Janet said...

Outstanding quilts from a talented group. I can why you would look forward to your monthly meetings and come away all pumped up. Good things for a good cause!

Carrie P. said...

Wow, what a talented bunch of ladies. How nice of them all to make such beautiful quilts.

Calamity Jane's Cottage, Bonnie said...

Kaaren, the quilts are gorgeous and for such a great cause. Quilters are so blessed with talent and they share it with others. So glad you shared this meeting with us.
Keep Stitchen'
Bonnie

Granny said...

What a nice group of quilters! The quilts are very nice .. thanks for sharing them.

Kim D. said...

Wow, those are charity quilts, just gorgeous!! Looks like you have a real talented group. Thanks for sharing the eye candy.