At the entrance to the show, there was the “Sliver of Silver” challenge. It’s the guild’s 25th anniversary. We each purchased a fat quarter of silver fabric. Then, the challenge was to have a 3″ piece of silver on each side of the panel (anywhere) with the silver going through the panel. I thought it was pretty impressive to see the panels all connected. Each one is so different from all of the others!
Then there was the Featured Quilter. Our dear friend, Amy passed away 2 years ago and she was the Featured Quilter. She taught a lot of us the finer points of Free Motion Quilting and Ruler Quilting. It was a joy to show off her awesome work!! Her lovely husband, Wim, came to help set up, spent 2 full days at the show talking with a zillion people. Danielle, the middle daughter also spent a day talking to people. She’s not a quilter, but she knows a LOT about quilting!
picture credit: Judy Blacker
And here’s a picture of Amy’s husband, their 3 daughters and a son-in-law. A HUGE thank you to all of them for allowing me to take possession of their quilts for several months!
We had an “In Memoriam” section, featuring 4 quilters from the guild. Amy Kraan (quilt: the Lion & the colourful Jacqueline de Jonge), Carol Semeniuk (quilts: rag quilt, table runner & the purple watercolour), Darcy Jackson (quilts: the blue & white Christmas and the pink on the table), and our oldest member, Dawna Orwick (the embroidered table runner and the tiny, tiny stitching of Santa).
picture credit: Judy Blacker
I will show more pictures of the show in the coming days.
Don’t Forget!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Amy Kraan, a fabulous quilter, is the featured quilter. I think it’s a wonderful tribute in her memory! Her quilting is exquisite! You have to see it to believe it!
There will be over 200 quilts to see! Including Challenge quilts and Community Quilts. There are 3 raffle prizes, plus awesome grab bags and wonderful raffle baskets! At least 12 venders will be selling fabric and notions and much more!
Banners
I made some banners for the show. The black is Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) solid and the letters are from scraps.
Stitching Stuff
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
We had company this week and I decided it would be more fun to visit with a friend that I hadn’t seen in ages than to sew! So, I missed a day of sewing!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! I’m wondering how long this will last?
The banners used 1.5 yards of fabric
Fabric used this week: 1.5 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 71.5yards (49.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 71.5 yards
Heather’s Fabric Quilts
Last fall, I quilted a quilt that a friend had made. You can read about it HERE. She had LOTs of fabric left over, and since none of the kids quilt, I offered to make quilt(s) with the left-overs. 2 of the tops are ready for sandwiching. The first one was extra backing from the quilt I quilted, the 2nd one was a bunch of left-over pieces sewn together. I am now working on the 3rd top. I’m in the process of quilting the one on the right.
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). April’s frog is the Mexican Dump frog. What a fun name, eh?
Here is this month’s block!
And all 4 blocks, January – April:
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here are the first 4 blocks. Using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Each of the flowers have trapunto and the applique is adhered with a small zig-zag stitch.
And here are the first 4 blocks together on the design wall. Yes, it’s way too busy … what should I use for sashing?
A Canadian Sew-a-Long
This one is by Sandra Walker of mmmquilts! I need to pick out my fabric! You can access the Fabric Requirements HERE.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Finish adding Hanging Sleeves to my quilts for the BBQG quilt show. √ DONE
Pick out fabrics for the Lyra quilt along XXX Not Done
Quilt Heather’s Fabric Quilts #2 In Progress!
Make banners for Quilt show. √ DONE
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.√ DONE.
To Do for this week:
With the quilt show coming this weekend, I’m keeping my list short …
Finish quilting Heather’s Fabric Quilts #2
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
Don’t Forget
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
This quilt used left-over bonus half-square triangles from the Tilt-a-Whirl pattern, plus a bunch of 4 1/2″ squares. I absolutely LOVE 🩵 the apple blossoms that are starting to show!
And a Close-up of the quilting:
Quilt Stats:
Size: 44″ x 44″ square
Block size: 4″
Fabric: the prints are both from the “Sweet Dreams” collection (by KANVAS Studio) … one is “Stacked Sheep” and the other is “Dreamy Clouds.”
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! I’m still wondering how long this will last?
Fabric used this week: 5 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 75yards (54.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 75 yards
Heather’s Fabric Quilts
Last fall, I quilted a quilt that a friend had made. You can read about it HERE. She had LOTs of fabric left over, and since none of the kids quilt, I offered to make quilt(s) with the left-overs. 2 of the tops are ready for sandwiching. The first one was extra backing from the quilt I quilted, the 2nd one was a bunch of left-over pieces sewn together. I am now working on the 3rd top.
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). April’s frog is the Mexican Dump frog. What a fun name, eh?
No change from last week! Sewing has started, but the block isn’t complete yet!
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here are the first 4 blocks. Using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Each of the flowers have trapunto and the applique is adhered with a small zig-zag stitch.
And here are the first 4 blocks together on the design wall. Yes, it’s way too busy … what should I use for sashing?
A Paper Pieced BOM
Adventurous Quilter’s Block of the Month: Australiana Adventures Quilt. This is from Australia, featuring Australian wildlife. Marianne Jeffrey is the designer. I’m looking forward to improving my paper piecing! You need to join via Facebook. I’m still picking out my background fabric. As soon as I do, I’ll be working on the first block!
I tried the first block 3 times … unfortunately, some of the pieces were so very tiny (like 1/16″) that it was too small for my aging eyes! I have let Marianne know. Dang, I’m sad … but if my post inspired you to join, I’d LOVE to see your leaves … and of course the quilt!
A Canadian Sew-a-Long
This one is by Sandra Walker of mmmquilts! I need to pick out my fabric! You can access the Fabric Requirements HERE.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Finish adding Hanging Sleeves to my quilts for the BBQG quilt show. In Progress
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
Here’s a picture from our zoom meeting where we used a random number generator to chose the prize winners.
Top row is Wendy & Kathleen
Middle row is Anja & myself
Bottom row is Brenda and Emily
The SAHRR prize winners are:
Andree
Betty C
Carol A
Carolyn B
Cathy L
Daryl
Dena E
Diann
Donna R
Janine
Kat
Laura R
Leanna
Linda
Lynn B
Nann
Pat
Sara
Sharon
Yvonne
Don’t Forget
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Or maybe it might be! If I chat with you while ripping out a seam, it’ll make the task easier!
Stitching Stuff
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! I’m wondering how long this will last?
I didn’t finish any quilts this past week (that I can show), so my number totals will not change.
Fabric used this week: 0 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 70yards (49.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 70 yards
Heather’s Fabric Quilts
Last fall, I quilted a quilt that a friend had made. You can read about it HERE. She had LOTs of fabric left over, and since none of the kids quilt, I offered to make quilt(s) with the left-overs. 2 of the tops are ready for sandwiching. The first one was extra backing from the quilt I quilted, the 2nd one was a bunch of left-over pieces sewn together. I am now working on the 3rd top.
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics).
April’s frog is the Mexican Dump frog. What a fun name, eh?
Sewing has started, but the block isn’t complete yet!
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here are the first 4 blocks. Using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Each of the flowers have trapunto and the applique is adhered with a small zig-zag stitch.
And here are the first 4 blocks together on the design wall. Yes, it’s way too busy … what should I use for sashing?
A Paper Pieced BOM
Adventurous Quilter’s Block of the Month: Australiana Adventures Quilt. This is from Australia, featuring Australian wildlife. Marianne Jeffrey is the designer. I’m looking forward to improving my paper piecing! You need to join via Facebook. I’m still picking out my background fabric. As soon as I do, I’ll be working on the first block!
A Canadian Sew-a-Long
This one is by Sandra Walker of mmmquilts! I need to pick out my fabric! You can access the Fabric Requirements HERE.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
Pick out background fabric for Australiana Adventures quilt. Start making block 1.
Pick out fabrics for the Lyra quilt along
Quilt Heather’s Fabric Quilts #1 and #2
Finish piecing Heather’s Fabric Quilts #3
Finish top made with bonus triangles and left-overs from “Tilt-a-Whirl”
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR team got together last Saturday by zoom. We used a random number generator to pick out the winners. An email has been sent to each winner. Once the winners have accepted their prizes, they will be sent out.
I must admit that the SAHRR parade is pretty awesome!! I LOVE ♥️ the variety of all the quilts! It’s pretty extravagant! Everyone made a wonderful unique quilt! Such fun!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
One of the Boundary Bay Charity groups is “Hospice” quilts. In September, 2023, they started making quilts for the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner. The quilts are first donated to the Heron Hospice Society. In June, members from the society attend the guild meeting and pick up some of the quilts and distribute them.
So, how does the guild organize this charity?
Each month, a different block is chosen. Bags are made up with the required fabric for a block. Members pick up a bag and return the blocks the following month. Then the blocks are assembled and made into flimsies. A member of the guild then quilts the quilts. Apparently, Regina made 100 Butterfly kits in the beginning. Several quilts were made from the kits. Here is one of them.
Here’s an example of several more quilts that have been made.
Of course, there are often orphan blocks left over and Heather has a talent for organizing them into beautiful quilts.
Heather made a wall hanging for the Hospice (her mother had been a patient there). Isn’t it gorgeous?
A HUGE THANK YOU to Regina S., Heather F., and Dawn F. for providing me with photos and information about the guild’s Hospice Quilt Charity!
At the last guild meeting, they asked for volunteers to quilt one of 3 quilts. I absolutely LOVE the quilting portion of making a quilt, so of course, I volunteered! And as always, it was quilted on my domestic sewing machine (Janome M7). The following is the quilt I was given.
Here are some close-ups of the quilting: In the first block, I used 4″ and 6″ Beanie (from Silly Moon) and some free motion. In the 2nd block, I used Drop 3 and echoed it. There was too much empty space between the blocks, so I used the 6″ Beanie to make the curved, off-centre diamonds.
Don’t Forget!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! I’m wondering how long this will last?
I didn’t finish any quilts this past week (that I can show), so my number totals will not change.
Fabric used this week: 0 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 70yards (49.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 70 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
Rainbow Scrap Challenge: March’s colour is PINK . I’ve pulled a few fabrics, but haven’t cut anything.
Monthly Colour Challenge
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics).
April’s frog is the Mexican Dump frog. What a fun name, eh?
I’ve cut the fabrics for this block:
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here are the first 3 blocks. Using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Each of the flowers have trapunto and the applique is adhered with a small zig-zag stitch.
And here are the first 3 blocks together on the design wall. At this point in time, I’m thinking they will need sashing.
A Paper Pieced BOM
Adventurous Quilter’s Block of the Month: Australiana Adventures Quilt. This is from Australia, featuring Australian wildlife. Marianne Jeffrey is the designer. I’m looking forward to improving my paper piecing! You need to join via Facebook. I’m still picking out my background fabric. As soon as I do, I’ll be working on the first block!
A Canadian Sew-a-Long
This one is by Sandra Walker of mmmquilts! I need to pick out my fabric! You can see the quilt and access the Fabric Requirements HERE.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece March block. √ DONE.
Quilt Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star). √ DONE.
Get “Tilt-a-Whirl” test quilt for Songbird Designs to a flimsy stage. √ DONE.
Finish adding hanging sleeves to the ‘Featured Quilter’ quilts for the guild show. √ DONE.
Add Hanging Sleeves to my quilts for the BBQG quilt show. Not Started
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Pick out background fabric for Australiana Adventures quilt. Start making block 1.
Pick out fabrics for the Lyra quilt along
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR team got together on Saturday by zoom. We used a random number generator to pick out the winners. An email has been sent to each winner. Once the winners have accepted their prizes, they will be sent out.
I must admit that the SAHRR parade is pretty awesome!! I LOVE ♥️ the variety of all the quilts! It’s pretty extravagant! Everyone made a wonderful unique quilt! Such fun!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Starting last July, Meadow Mist Designs had a mystery quilt called “Magnificent Mystery.” I LOVE the mysteries by Cheryl. If you’re not into mystery quilt, you can take a peek at the finished quilt before you start. I refrain from doing that as I love a good mystery quilt.
The mystery sew-a-long goes at a great pace. One clue a month! I followed the directions, falling behind on occasion, but I did finish the quilt. It is a great quilt and one I’m keeping!
A close up of the quilting:
The quilt in progress:
I’ll be linking to Meadow Mist Designs to show the quilt! (It’s worth going to see the variety of quilts!)
Don’t Forget!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Which speed do you sew at? Depending what I’m doing, I can sew at both speeds!
Stitching Stuff
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! I’m wondering how long this will last?
I finished the SAHRR (you can see the post HERE). It used a total of 8.5 yards of fabric.
Fabric used this week: 8.5 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 70yards (49.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 70 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
Rainbow Scrap Challenge: March’s colour is RED . I have two 9 patch blocks using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) and a quilt using fabric from my stash.
Monthly Colour Challenge
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Here is my March block and the other blocks so far.
Now, I’m patiently waiting for April’s block … I wonder what colour it will be?
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here is the 2nd and 1st blocks. I did a small zigzag to attach the applique and there is batting behind the flowers for a slight trapunto look. However, it doesn’t show in the photos …
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Finish binding and labeling a guild ‘Hospice’ quilt. √ DONE.
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece February block. √ DONE.
Quilt Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star). Not Started
Finish adding hanging sleeves to the ‘Featured Quilter’ quilts for the guild show. In progress
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.√ DONE.
To Do for this week:
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece March block.
Quilt Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star).
Get “Tilt-a-Whirl” test quilt for Songbird Designs to a flimsy stage.
Finish adding hanging sleeves to the ‘Featured Quilter’ quilts for the guild show.
Add Hanging Sleeves to my quilts for the BBQG quilt show.
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR is almost finished for 2026. If you want to join in (better late than never!) the links are below. The parade of all of the assembled quilts is happening now at Kathleen McMusing‘s blog.
The SAHRR team will be using a random number generator to select prizes from our sponsors. Hopefully, next weekend!
Don’t Forget
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Link your 2026 SAHRR at Kathleen McMusing ‘s blog! And see all the wonderful quilts that have been made!
Other’s Finished SAHRRs
Thank you to all the participants that sent me pictures of your quilts! I love the variety of each of the quilts and how each one is unique and special!
Sharon Gratz’s quilt is being long-armed:
Rosie used leftovers from hourglass round to make stars for the corners and then added borders to bring it to QOV size.
Jan H’s is quilted and bound!
Katie Y says, “I added uneven 9 patches and one of my larger fish to try to balance out the yellow.”
Robin’s is quilted and bound!
And here’s Donna R’s
The Schedule
January 14 Each of the co-leaders will be sharing their centre blocks (you will have to visit each of their blogs to see them). I will host the first linky party where you can show your centre block.
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Toni’s Garden – is a sew-a-long that started in January … It looks pretty, so I decided to join in! (check it out HERE). The first is fused and needs to be sewn down. Am deciding if I want to trapunto the flowers?
Patterns by Jen – 2026 Monthly Colour Challenge
Rainbow Scrap Challenge: Red for March
Quilting Projects:
Guild Baby Quilt Challenge
Bind Hospice quilt that is quilted.
Sunday Stash
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year! No finishes that I can show! So the main numbers do not change this week!
Fabric used this week: 0 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 61.5yards (46.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 61.5 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
March’s colour is RED . I have two 9 patch blocks using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) and a quilt using fabric from my stash.
Monthly Colour Challenge
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Here is my March block and the other blocks so far.
Did you know there were AQUA frogs?
This is a Sew-a-long by Red Boot Quilt Company. Here is the first block, fused, but not sewn. I am using Island Batik fabrics.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
AMAZING!!! I was able to tick √ DONE. for every item on last week’s list!
To Do from last week:
Finish quilting and binding Dancing Shadows Test Quilt for Songbird Designs. √ DONE.
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block √ DONE.
Finish adding hanging sleeves to the ‘Featured Quilter’ quilts for the guild show.
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR is almost finished for 2026. If you want to join in (better late than never!) the links are below. There will be a parade of all of the assembled quilts on March 25 at Kathleen McMusing‘s blog.
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Often, on Worldwide Quilting Day, I can be found hanging out quilts for the drivers-by and neighbours to see. But on this sunny Saturday, that isn’t happening. Instead, I’ll be going for a long walk and quilting my heart out!
Don’t Forget!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Toni’s Garden – is a sew-a-long that started in January … It looks pretty, so I decided to join in! (check it out HERE). I’ve downloaded the first 3 clues and I’ve cut fabric for 2 of them …
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year!
I posted 4 Clam-up bags (2 yards) and 1 quilt 3.5 yards this week! For a total of 5.5 yards
Fabric used this week: 5.5 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 61.5yards (46.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 61.5 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
March’s colour is RED . I have two 9 patch blocks using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) and a quilt using fabric from my stash.
Monthly Colour Challenge
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Here is my January block and February blocks:
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block NOT DONE
Piece February and March’s blocks: Jen’s Colour Challengein progress
Work on Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) in progress
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.√ DONE.
To Do for this week:
I have my list, but I’m not going to stress about getting it done! There’s too much to get done in a week!
Finish quilting and binding Dancing Shadows Test Quilt for Songbird Designs
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block
Piece March’s blocks: Jen’s Colour Challenge
Work on Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star)
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR is almost finished for 2026. If you want to join in (better late than never!) the links are below. There will be a parade of all of the assembled quilts on March 25 at Kathleen McMusing‘s blog.
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
This week, it’s my turn to host TGIFF!!! If you weren’t aware, Thank Goodness It’s FINISHED Friday is a Link Party for you to show off your lovely finishes each week. And since it’s a party, it’s good to socialize and visit others to see their finishes as well!
To be honest, it had slipped my mind that I was to host TGIFF this week. Yes, it was written on my calendar, but that doesn’t help when I don’t look at it! Anyhow, Anja, one of the managers, sent me a lovely email earlier in the week reminding me … SEW ….
The colour for March in the Rainbow Scrap Challenge is Red. I had a disappearing 9 patch quilt in mind using some red fabric that I got from a Trend-Tex tour when Quilt Canada was in Vancouver … several years ago! And I had a hunk of white fabric hanging around …
It didn’t take long to cut enough 5″ red and white squares for 7 nine patches. It was quick work to sew them up together and then slice them up. When I put them on the design wall, I realized that I needed to make 2 outside rows of 2 1/2” red squares, separated by 2 1/2” x 5″ white rectangles to make the quilt symmetrical. Thankfully, I had enough of the red fabrics left over to make enough of the red squares. But, I had left one set of blocks on the cutting table, so I added them to the mix in order to make the quilt a better size for a baby quilt.
Then the quilt was webbed together and the borders on … This took most of one day to get the flimsy finished.
The next day, I sandwiched the quilt and quilted it with straight line quilting. The binding was added and Ta Da! the quilt was done! It even got a label for a donation to the baby quilt committee!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Lunar Glow is a Signature collection by Jerry Khiev of Lumin Fabrics for Claudia of Create with Claudia. It’s an absolutely gorgeous collection!
Claudia sent me enough fabric to make 2 medium sized Clam-Up bags. However, I discovered that with some strategic cutting, I was able to cut out 4 bags: X-small, small, medium and large. The fabrics on the left and centre were intended for the outside of the bags, while the fabric on the left was for the lining.
These are the 3 fabrics I chose:
Aurifil #2600 (Dove grey) was used for the uneven straight line quilting and #2815 (Teal) was used for the construction.
And Claudia is having a give-away … be sure to visit her and enter the give-away!!
Don’t Forget!
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Toni’s Garden – is a sew-a-long that started in January … It looks pretty, so I decided to join in! (check it out HERE). All I’ve done so far is download the patterns for the first 2 blocks … hopefully I’ll be able to show you my first block soon!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year!
The Magnificent Mystery used up 12.5 yards from my stash!!! I love using up my stash!
Fabric used this week: 12.5 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 56yards (43 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 56 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
March’s colour is RED . I have one 9 patch block sewn, using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics):
Monthly Colour Challenge
I have participated in the monthly colour challenge with Patterns by Jen in past years. There was a break last year, but Jen is back with the monthly blocks this year. The theme is frogs … here is what Jen says about the theme: This year our color inspiration is coming from the amazing frog. I was a little concerned as I started researching frog colors that there wouldn’t be enough colors for the year, I mean, they are all green, right? 😉 Imagine my delight when I found frogs of (almost) every color of the rainbow, as well as a black frog that makes me want to take him home and love him.
Each month, the patterns are free, but when the month is over, there is a small fee to pay for the pattern. I got behind on sewing the blocks, but did download the patterns for the first 3 months this year. As with all my previous monthly colour challenges, I am using scraps of Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics). Here is my January block:
Meadow Mist: Magnificent Mystery
You can access all the clues at THIS BLOG POST. Here it is, all quilted and bound! I didn’t have much of the red/burgundy fabric left. The binding fabric was cut at 2″ and I had a total of 14″ left when it was finished! Yup, I was playing binding chicken! and I WON!!
And a close up of the quilting:
Quilt Stats:
Size: 60″ x 72″
Block size: 12″
Fabric: from my stash … most of it was bought at Wild Rose (in Orting, WA) years before they closed.
Claudia is having a give-away, so make sure you check in with her! Create with Claudia
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR is almost finished for 2026. If you want to join in (better late than never!) the links are below. There will be a parade of all of the assembled quilts on March 25 at Kathleen McMusing‘s blog.
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
This is my SAHRR ’26 with all the rounds on. It will be quilted and ready for the parade on March 25.
Other’s Round #6
For those of you that don’t have social media, I will post pictures of your quilts. Please send me your picture by noon (Pacific time) on March 23.
Jan W:
Jan H:
Rosie said, I used leftovers from hourglass round to make stars for the corners. It looks finished but still need to add something to bring it to QOV size.
Robin’s:
Donna R says she was away at a conference and put Round #6 together in a morning!
The Schedule
January 14 Each of the co-leaders will be sharing their centre blocks (you will have to visit each of their blogs to see them). I will host the first linky party where you can show your centre block.
March 25: Parade: showing all of your finished SAHRRs!
We have Sponsors!
We reached out to several companies that we all LOVE and many of them agreed to sponsor the SAHRR 2026!!! (That means prizes for YOU!!!). We will keep track of all of the participants that link to our Linky parties each week. We will make a list and use a random number generator to choose the winners for each prize! So, if you link up to 3 Linky parties, you will have 3 opportunities to win! If you don’t have a blog or Instagram account, contact me, or one of the other co-hosts, and we will post your SAHRR on our blog. This way you still have an opportunity to win!
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
As I was doing the numbers for this week, I realized that I had goofed the % for last week. It’s fixed now!!
Toni’s Garden – is a sew-a-long that started in January … It looks pretty, so I decided to join in! (check it out HERE). All I’ve done so far is download the patterns for the first 2 blocks … hopefully I’ll be able to show you my first block soon!
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year!
I finished quilting my SAHRR, but I won’t count the yardage until I post it (on March 25)
Fabric used this week: 0 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 43.5yards (30.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 43.5 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
March’s colour is RED Nothing sewn yet … haven’t even attacked my scrap bag! But soon!
Leader and Ender Scrappy continues …
When I finished my Irish Chain with stars, there were several partial components, so I’m going to continue to use the same blocks for my next leader and ender project.
Meadow Mist: Magnificent Mystery
The blocks are being webbed together. Ready to quilt … sorry, no picture.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Finish Webbin Magnificent Mystery and sandwich it. √ DONE.
Work on 2026 SAHRR√ DONE.
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block NOT DONE
Piece January & February’s blocks: Jen’s Colour ChallengeNOT DONE
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.√ DONE.
To Do for this week:
I have my list, but I’m not going to stress about getting it done! There’s too much to get done in a week!
Piece January, February and March’s blocks: Jen’s Colour Challenge
Work on Baby Challenge Quilt for Boundary Bay’s Quilt Show (theme is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star)
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR ’26 is almost finished. All of the rounds have been announced and participants have until March 25 to assemble (and possibly quilt) their projects!
Claudia is having a give-away, so make sure you check in with her! Create with Claudia
Don’t Forget
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
This is my SAHRR ’26 with all the rounds on. It will be quilted and ready for the parade on March 25.
Other’s Round #6
For those of you that don’t have social media, I will post pictures of your quilts. Please send me your picture by noon (Pacific time) on March 23.
Jan W:
Jan H:
Rosie said, I used leftovers from hourglass round to make stars for the corners. It looks finished but still need to add something to bring it to QOV size.
Robin’s:
Donna R says she was away at a conference and put Round #6 together in a morning!
The Schedule
January 14 Each of the co-leaders will be sharing their centre blocks (you will have to visit each of their blogs to see them). I will host the first linky party where you can show your centre block.
March 25: Parade: showing all of your finished SAHRRs!
We have Sponsors!
We reached out to several companies that we all LOVE and many of them agreed to sponsor the SAHRR 2026!!! (That means prizes for YOU!!!). We will keep track of all of the participants that link to our Linky parties each week. We will make a list and use a random number generator to choose the winners for each prize! So, if you link up to 3 Linky parties, you will have 3 opportunities to win! If you don’t have a blog or Instagram account, contact me, or one of the other co-hosts, and we will post your SAHRR on our blog. This way you still have an opportunity to win!
Last week, I showed you my leaders and enders project in progress …
Well, with a destination in mind, it became my focus: piecing, quilting and scrappy binding. No pattern is available at the present time, but I’m willing to teach it in person or by zoom.
Here are some close ups! All over swirls on my domestic sewing machine.
Quilt Stats:
Size: 50″ x 70″
Block size: 10″ x 10″
Fabric: Scraps of Island Batik fabric with Island Batik’s solid White
Binding: Scraps of binding strips left over from Island Batik projects
Essem was having a ‘soft opening’ prior to their “Official Re-Opening” on Saturday, Feb. 22. So wanting to see their new space, I stopped in. I needed NOTHING and had no intention of buying anything … and I didn’t! Although they have LOTS of new and wonderful fabric in!!!
However, I ended up walking to my car with components for a cute and quick panel quilt. The panel was super narrow, compared to most panels, so I added a 6″ border on the sides and 3″ borders top and bottom. It didn’t take long to do! And it was quilted with my latest favourite, swirls.
The panel is “Willow’s Farm” and the borders are “Organic Gingham.” This baby quilt was backed with a fabric called “Teddy Plush” in beige. It’s 100% polyester and I wasn’t sure how it would quilt. It quilted like a dream!!! The quilt slid under my foot with ease. The binding was cut on the bias, using left-overs from the borders. If you go into Essem, I’m sure Simina will make up a kit for you!
Stitching Stuff
Kate, from Life in Pieces, is hosting “Stitching Stuff” and the goal is to sew for at least 15 minutes a day. I use Kate’s guideline, but my personal goal is to sew for 30 minutes a day. On those “blah” days, it does motivate me to sit at my machine and 30 minutes often turns into several hours. Thank you Kate for the motivation!
Oh, it is so very nice to be sewing each and every day!
Toni’s Garden – is a sew-a-long that started in January … It looks pretty, so I decided to join in! (check it out HERE). All I’ve done so far is download the patterns for the first 2 blocks … hopefully I’ll be able to show you my first block soon!
Patterns by Jen – 2026 Monthly Colour Challenge
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
Quilting Projects:
SAHRR ’26
Sunday Stash
Donna at Quilt Paint Create hosts a weekly linky party where you can display your stash numbers. This has really kept my stash from growing (somewhat!) Before I buy anything, I am always mindful of the fact that I need to report it on my blog … That sometimes stops me in my tracks!
No shopping so far this year!
I estimated that the Scrappy Irish Chain was approximately 9 yards … 4 yards for backing and at least 5 yards for the scraps and binding. It probably used more, but I’ll leave it at 9.
Even though I came out of Essem with fabric, I didn’t buy any and the sample was back in the store in a couple of days. So, I’m not counting it as fabric bought, nor fabric used.
Fabric used this week: 9 yards
Fabric Used in 2026: 43.5yards (30.5 yards from non-Island Batik)
Fabric Added in the last week: 0 yards
Fabric Added this year: 0 yards
Net Fabric used: 43.5 yards
Rainbow Scrap Challenge
February’s colour is GREEN. I’ve sewn (8) 9 patch blocks … using scraps of Island Batik fabric. I showed this last week, there’s nothing new this week.
Leaders and Enders
OK … confession here. Once I put the above Scrappy Irish Chain with Stars together, I had several more components of the blocks made. So I’m going to continue to make even more to make another quilt.
Meadow Mist: Magnificent Mystery
The blocks are being webbed together.
To Do
Carol from Quilt Schmilt is hosting “To Do” every week.
To Do from last week:
Work on Magnificent Mystery: February’s clue in progress
Work on 2026 SAHRR√ DONE.
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block NOT DONE
Piece January & February’s blocks: Jen’s Colour ChallengeNOT DONE
Leader’s & Enders Scrappy Irish Chain with Stars√ DONE.
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder! √ DONE.
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.√ DONE.
To Do for this week:
I have my list, but I’m not going to stress about getting it done! There’s too much to get done in a week!
Finish Webbin Magnificent Mystery and sandwich it
Quilt 2026 SAHRR
Work on Toni’s Garden – piece January block
Piece January & February’s blocks: Jen’s Colour Challenge
Do NOT be distracted by any SQUIRRELS! I NEED this continual reminder!
Tidy & clean studio for 30 minutes.
SAHRR 2026
The SAHRR ’26 has started!! It’s not too late if you want to join in. We’re only half way done! See these posts for more details:
I am now a Silly Moon affiliate! So what does that mean? When you use my affiliate code Quiltinggail2024 at Silly Moon, you will receive 10% off your order and I will receive a small commission.
Did you see all the Round #4s from last week’s Link Party? You can see them at Pieceful Thoughts
It’s my turn this week. I have chosen 2 colours. I figure after a few of the comments I received about last week’s curves, you needed something simple!
This week, we’re going to use 2 colours and you can make anything you like, but you’re going to use 2 colours. If you want, you can add in a neutral, which some would say is 3 colours. However, the SAHRR does NOT have quilt police, so you can do it YOUR way! There are probably over a million different blocks out there, so you can choose. I’m going to keep it simple and use a 4 patch.
Would you believe that I neglected to take pictures as I made my 4 patches. Gee … you’d think that I’d learn to consistently take pictures, but I didn’t. I strip pieced the blue and purple fabrics with Egg White. The strips were all cut at 2 1/2“. I had to fudge a little along the top and bottom borders, the the sides fit perfectly!
My SAHRR measures 37″ x 48.” Here it is:
Be sure to link up your Round #5 below.
The fabric I am using for this years SAHRR is Lumin Fabrics (Island Batik) “Radiant Burst” by Jerry Khiev, along with the Egg White neutral and solid white.
The Schedule
January 14 Each of the co-leaders will be sharing their centre blocks (you will have to visit each of their blogs to see them). I will host the first linky party where you can show your centre block.
March 25: Parade: showing all of your finished SAHRRs!
We have Sponsors!
We reached out to several companies that we all LOVE and many of them agreed to sponsor the SAHRR 2026!!! (That means prizes for YOU!!!). We will keep track of all of the participants that link to our Linky parties each week. We will make a list and use a random number generator to choose the winners for each prize! So, if you link up to 3 Linky parties, you will have 3 opportunities to win! If you don’t have a blog or Instagram account, contact me, or one of the other co-hosts, and we will post your SAHRR on our blog. This way you still have an opportunity to win!
Quilting Gail 