Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2023

Recently I made this moon phases table runner for a challenge at: Saroy's Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2023- link party. Be sure to go check out all of the beautiful entries. There are several categories, including quilts, mini/wall quilts, and several others. This table runner is entered into the Mini/Wall Quilts section. Please keep reading for this table runner's stats and for comments. (I love reading your comments!)

Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2019: progress

It's week 7 of the Photo Prompts for the Pantone® Quilt Challenge, hosted by Rebecca of Bryan House Quilts and Sarah of No Hats in the House. This week is Progress, so this is my nearly-completed large quilt top. See the coral fabrics? It may look confusing, but you will see it all come together soon. In addition to the focus color, Living Coral, there is also a focus theme inspiration. You can see hints of that if you look closely. So much fun! The small quilt (pillow cover) is finished, and the just-the-top quilt is getting there as well. Stay tuned to see more progress, as well as the completion of all three projects and their inspirations. See many more posts about this Challenge on this Instagram page: #pantonequilt2019.

Danice G.

Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2019: fabric pull

Are you joining-in the Pantone® Quilt Challenge sponsored by: Bryan House Quilts and: No Hats in the House Blog? Here is my fabric pull for the largest quilt. Well, at least most of it. Add solid grey and solid black to the mix. The Color of the Year 2019 is Living Coral, so several of those are included. I am working on three projects, and two are kinda small. There will be a quilt over 30" on the sides, a pillow cover that will be considered a small quilt, and a just-the-top quilt. A lot of work ahead, isn't it? A future post will describe my inspiration(s) and patterns' details, so stay tuned. Happy Spring and happy sewing!

Pantone® Challenge 2019: Living Coral

Yes it's that time again. The Pantone® Color of the Year Challenge. Sponsored by: Bryan House Quilts and No Hats in the House, this is a place to show-off your quilt featuring this year's color Living Coral. There will be prizes awarded, a great incentive, right? Although not a favorite color of mine, I am working on a few projects. Stay tuned for my progress. Be sure to check-out all of the info and consider joining in. This is my third year, and it is always so much fun to see the quilts that everyone creates. 'Question is: what will you create?

Dancie G.

Blogger's Quilt Festival 2018: Grinch® quilt

Here is a lap-sized quilt that is finally finished. 'A long time in the making, about four years. This one is for me, as I love the character and green is my favorite color. Please continue reading for more info, and for comments.

Voting for Pantone® 2018 is open!

Good morning everyone. Every year, there is a Pantone® Color of the Year chosen. This year, that color is Ultra Violet. No Hats in the House Blog and Bryan House Quilts Blog sponsor a quilt challenge and contest. Judges will choose the winners from three categories, and fans will vote for the Viewer's Choice. My quilt, pictured above, is in the Quilts category, link #1. My pillow cover is in the Mini Quilts category, link #2. Photo is on my Flickr page. Please visit and vote for my quilt and/or pillow cover.

There is a little grey heart in the upper right corner of every link's photo. Selecting one will turn it red, signifying that a vote was made. Voting is open through the 16th May. Regardless of whether you vote for either of mine, thank you all for following this blog and for all of the nice comments. You all are truly appreciated very much. Prim quilting blessings.

~Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2018- Viewer's Choice Voting~

Rin QAL: completed quilt!

Here is my completed quilt for the Rin QAL. This project was educational + tons of fun. It will probably be given as a gift, but it's so cute that I kinda want to keep it for myself, lol. Many thanks to: Cindy of Hyacinth Quilt Designs and: Cheryl of Meadow Mist Designs for hosting this awesome QAL. Many thanks to the pattern designer: Carolyn Friedlander, as well. Please continue reading to see this quilt's back, and for comments.

Rin QAL: nearly completed quilt!

Here is my nearly completed quilt for the Rin QAL. The four blocks and the borders are now sewn. This event was hosted by: Hyacinth Quilt Designs and: Meadow Mist Designs. The Rin pattern designer is: Carolyn Friedlander. How much fun it was! My first go at hand-turned appliquéing has been successful. Stay tuned to see future progress. All four blocks appliquéd qualifies it for my One Monthly Goal Finish for June. What an incredible month! Here are the quilt's stats:

finished size (thus far): 39 1/2" X 48 1/2"

fabrics: 100% cottons by Waverly® Inspirations

~Linking-up with: Elm Street Quilts' One Monthly Goal Finish: June~

Dream Machine Challenge!

Hello friends. Yes, here it is again. 'Absolutely love this Sewing Machine appliqué pattern designed by Pat Sloan. This Challenge is to create the machine in your own fancy colors and fabrics. What would be your own idea of the perfect sewing machine? So, here is mine.

I decided to display my quilt in a quilter's hoop. Do you remember some years ago when this type of hoop art was so popular? My Dream Machine is black, with computerized LED window. Notice the medallion has my initial "D" inside of it. Added a green polka dot ruffle for decoration. You knew this would include some green, right? Lol. Added a drawer to the table to look like my own sewing table, and a quilt block under the needle. A little blue bird holds the thread end. This little quilt measures 24" diameter including the ruffle, and expresses me so well. Be sure to visit the link party to see many more creative takes on two of Pat's Sewing Machine patterns. To see a close-up of my Dream Machine, please continue reading.

~Linking-up with: Pat Sloan's Create Your Own Dream Machine Challenge~
*contest deadline: 22nd June*

Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2017

This is my entry in the No Hats In The House Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2017. The color for 2017 is greenery, and this pattern suits that perfectly. It is called Canvas, designed by: Leanne at She Can Quilt.ca. Gotta love a challenge that features my favorite color. Please stop by the link party to see all of the quilts, and to *vote for your favorite on the 29th May thru 02nd June*

quilt title: Green Squared.

dimensions: small 24"X24" version.

fabrics: from my scrap bin, and the batting is Warm N' Natural©.

stitching: machine-stitched with cross hatching in center green fabrics, and swirls on borders.

~Linking-up with: Pantone® Quilt Challenge 2017~

Improv Play prize!

Recently I participated in the Improv Play QAL over at: Elm Street Quilts Blog, and am a lucky winner of a gorgeous Aurifil© thread pack called Simplify by Camille Roskelley. Thank you so much to Patty from Elm Street Quilts Blog, and to Aurifil© for this fun event. To see the threads, please continue reading.

Improv Play completed quilt!

Finally, my Improv Play quilt is completed. This was an eight week QAL hosted by Elm Street Quilts Blog. This was my first attempt at letting go of symmetry and sewing improv-style. Very challenging, but also very fun and educational. The completed quilt is 36"X40", and is machine-stitched with allover meandering. Please continue reading.

2017 Fish Fry Tiny Tot Pageant

'So happy that my granddaughter Macey won the 2017 Fish Fry Tiny Tot Pageant this year! All of the girls are darling, and it must have not been easy to choose the winners. 'Proud of all of the contestants. Pictured here is Macey with her parents. 'Couldn't help but to brag a bit, lol. They all look so happy. Read more about the event on this Facebook page: WMUF/WLZK Radio.

Win from the Autumn Jubilee

Good morning friends. Recently, Carole of: From My Carolina Home hosted a wonderful Autumn Jubilee full of tutorials and giveaways. I was the lucky winner of a $25.00 gift certificate from: The Fat Quarter Shop. 'Already ordered the fabric, and when it arrives will show it to you all. I chose an eclectic, happy collection that will make a beautiful small quilt or wall hanging, even a table topper. Be sure to go check-out and follow Carole's awesome blog. She is a very talented quilter and crafter. Sending thanks to Carole and The Fat Quarter Shop for this generous gift prize. Prim quilting blessings.

Winner on: OK so what is this item? contest

Good morning friends. We do have a winner on the OK, so what is this item? contest. Thank you to all who ventured a guess, lol. The item is an old glass baby formula container/mixer from the 1960's. 'Assuming that the ones for baby boys were likely blue (?). Since mother had twin girls, this one is pink. The old metal stove-top sterilizer with rack and some glass baby bottles was also under the sink along with this. Wow, talk about feeling old, lol! Our winner is:

Kathy E. of Sparkles, Sprinkles and Everyday Crap

OK, so what is this item?

*UPDATE: contest ended on 02 October 2016*
Good morning dear friends. Just what is that item pictured above? The crew found this under the kitchen sink while remodeling mother's kitchen. Yes, we have had a lot of remodeling going on here lately. The living room was also done, as was mother's bedroom. Actually, I do know what that item is, but the first follower who comments and tells us all what it is will win a little surprise gift! Hint: think vintage. *Updated for another hint: think gender. To enter, you must:

* Be a follower of this blog via GFC, Google+, Linky Followers, or Bloglovin'.
* Have a family-friendly blog that you have posted to in the past 2 months.
* Due to shipping costs, reside in the 50 US states or the DC.
* Comment on this post and tell us what the pictured item is.

* By entering this Giveaway, you affirm that you have read, understand, and agree with this blog's: Privacy Policy/ Giveaway Rules. Please do not post this giveaway on any of the social networks. The giveaway will end with the first follower who meets the rules and correctly identifies the item. Winner's name will be posted the following day, and they will be contacted by me. For your internet safety, please do not include your email address with your comment. Prim vintage blessings.

Lovey Giraffes crib quilt- more photos

Good morning friends. Remember last year, the Lovey Giraffes crib quilt? 'Decided to re-post that, to include a photo of the backing and label, and a close-up of two of the machine-appliquéd giraffes. The rest of the quilt is machine meandering quilted. Fabrics are 100% cottons, and the batting is Warm N' White©. Please continue reading for more...

Night Crossing bed runner: king-sized

Good morning everyone. The bed runner pictured above was made for my mother, for Christmas 2015. The pattern is called Night Crossing, and is from the e-book: e-PatternsCentral.com: Bed Runners Using Precut Fabrics. [not an affiliate link]. This runner is king-sized, measuring 101"X23.50". The fabrics are 100% cottons, and are from the Fusions Meadow collection by Robert Kaufman. The backing is a multi-colored abstract cotton print. The binding is purple. The batting is Warm N' Natural©. The machine quilting is an all over meandering style. Mother loves bright colors, so this is a quilt that she does love and use. This is also my first of two entries in the Blogger's Quilt Festival at Amy's Creative Side. This runner is entered in the: large quilts category. Be sure to visit and see all of the quilts. Voting begins in four days.

~Linking-up with Amy at Blogger's Quilt Festival 2016~

12 Days of Christmas Blog Hop: coming soon!

Wow, you all be sure to check-out the: 12 Days of Christmas Blog Hop that will begin on Dec. 1st. There will be many tutorials and holidays recipes from many bloggers. This is an annual event hosted by Ravenwood Whimzies that I always look forward to, and this year am even going to be a contributor. Wishing all of you a very happy upcoming weekend. Prim blessings.

Followers Appreciation Giveaway!

*THIS GIVEAWAY CLOSED AT 11:04 AM CST, 23RD AUGUST*
Hello dear friends. It is time for a quick giveaway, in appreciation of all of this blog's followers. Thank you all so much. Who could ask for better friends? You all truly do bring smiles and happiness to my life. To enter this giveaway you must:

♦ Be a follower of this blog via GFC, Bloglovin', or Linky Followers.
♦ Have an active, family-friendly blog that you have posted to in the past 2 months.
♦ Due to shipping costs, reside in the 50 US states, the DC, or Canada.
♦ Comment on this post that you want to be entered.
♦ Tell us in your Comment the name of the quilting block pattern the main 4 & the 4 cornerstones are. Hint: It is an older traditional block pattern.

♦ By entering this Giveaway, you affirm that you have read, understand, and agree with this blog's: Privacy Policy/ Giveaway Rules. Please do not post this giveaway on any of the social networks. The first follower who tells us the correct answer will be the winner. Winner's name will be posted asap. This darling 20"X20" quilt pattern is a free one from Kathleen Tracy of: Country Lane Quilts. All fabrics are 100% cotton. The backing is solid white color. This is a completed quilt, not just the top. Let the fun begin!