is a TA-DAAAA!!!!
Positivity is finally finished!
This quilt along was sponsored by Preeti of Sew Preeti Quilts and the design is her own. I chose reds and low volumes for my blocks because that's what I had the most of in my stash at the time.
I ended up adding a few new red and low volume prints to the mix along the way because I ran low. Plus I found the perfect backing for the quilt at Joann's - red with white stars. I used it for the binding, too.
The Positivity QAL was started to benefit Mercyful Quilts, a charity quilt drive started by Bernie at Needle and Foot, for Mercy Hospital in Sacramento, California, to comfort dying patients and their families. And so that's exactly where this quilt is going, in honor and memory of my mother-in-law, Goldie, who passed away last Tuesday, November 16th.
My favorite picture of my MIL and our oldest son, I would say this was taken sometime in 1982.
My to-do list this week has nothing quilt related on it!
- Make sure my mom has everything she needs so that we can leave town for a few days.
- Celebrate my MIL's life this afternoon with Mike's family.
- Pack up and go spend Thanksgiving with our kids.
I'm joining in with Linda and friends at Texas Quilt Gal for To-Do Tuesday. Happy Thanksgiving!
What a wonderful quilt and a truly special honoring of your MIL with it's gifting. Prayers for safe travels for you and Mike and that your Mom will be well through the Holiday!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt going to a worthy cause. Your way of honoring your MIL is heartwarming.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your family's loss. Enjoy the celebration of your MIL's life with the family. Positivily turned out beautifully! Safe travels and have a very happy Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out beautifully! I am sorry for the loss of your MIL. Safe travels and I hope the happy memories comfort you all around the Thanksgiving table!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on a beautiful finish! And to have it memorialize a special person makes it even more beautiful! Safe travels
ReplyDeletesafe travels! what a lovely quilt it turned out really great. Many memories of your MIL will be talked about by family I'm sure to share comfort.
ReplyDeleteYour Positivity quilt is a beauty! Wishing you a peaceful getaway. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteI love your red and white positivity quilt. And, I'm going to have to check out my local JoAnns as that red and white stars fabric talks to me for something.... Enjoy your holidays with your kids. We're looking forward to being with both of ours and their families too.
ReplyDeletePositivity turned out so nice! I love the backing and binding too. A perfect use for it! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. And safe travels.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear of your loss; that quilt is a perfect remembrance gift that someone will cherish in her honor--Nice thoughtful work
ReplyDeleteI hope your Thanksgiving will be a wonderful one hugs, Julierose
Hi Diann! {{Hugs}} a bunch for you and Mike and the rest of his family. Gosh, what a sweet picture of Goldie! Just seeing that precious boy enjoying time with his grandma makes me smile. Positivity turned out just fabulously and that backing!! Perfection! Don't you love it when a project comes together like that? It was truly meant to be and will certainly provide great comfort to a patient and their family. Safe travels to you. I hope all goes well with your Mom while you're gone, too. Happy Happy Thanksgiving! ~smile~ Roseanne
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful quilt! I can see why that photo is a favorite. :-) Safe journeys!
ReplyDeletePositivity is fabulous! Congrats on a wonderful finish!
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry for the loss of your MIL. Congrats on a beautiful finish, Diann! Safe travels over the Thanksgiving weekend.
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful quilt. So special!
ReplyDeleteFantastic way to celebrate the life of your MIL!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
So sorry for your family's loss. The quilt is a wonderful way to honor your MIL. So precious.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely memory of your mother-in-law, Diann, and a sweet photo! Your Positivity quilt is a perfect finish right before Thanksgiving. I hope you thoroughly enjoy the time with your sons!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to remember your MIL and help someone else as well. Hope the service went well. Enjoy your visit with your sons. Here's hoping the weather cooperates.
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Happy Turkey Day! Congrats on your finish, great timing. You will enjoy your week of activities and then be itchin' to do some stitchin' next week.
ReplyDeleteA quilt in memory of a loved one going to comfort a someone else's loved one - there is nothing more fulfilling in quilt-making! It is so pretty, and I like the additions you made. It's a beautiful scrappy look.
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a safe trip and a wonderful day Diann! Thank you for linking to To Do Tuesday.