Remember last November when I wrote about those sneaky St Mark’s Quilters who, over a couple of months, created a uniquely beautiful keepsake book as a surprise for me?
At the time I promised to show you more detail, but it’s been so long you’ve probably abandoned all…
…of ever seeing the deliciousness that lies between the soft covers of this special book. I hope you’ll agree it was worth the wait.
I’ll let you have a browse through all 23 pages, pictured here beside their creators – some of the most generous and loving women I know.
Gillian
Margaret G
Cath
Liz
Ruth
Michelle
Robyn
{Robyn wasn’t going to allow the little matter of a broken arm to prevent her joining in, so she used a ‘stunt quilter’ to stitch her nine patch block instead}
Di B
Di C
Barb
Margaret B
Margie
Margie works at the KU Marcia Burgess Autism Specific Early Learning & Care Centre, one of the two organisations who receive our quilts.
Susie
Maud
Kirstin
Coral
Gail
Dess
Perdita
Moo
Amanda
Sue
Helen
Bible verses, Christian symbolism (butterflies), quilt blocks, cross stitchery, silk ribbon embroidery, clever fabrics that are not always what they seem, tapestry, hexagons, applique, buttons and bling, beading and bullion roses. What a magnificent range of techniques! And so much pink!
What can I say but “thank you, my friends”. I will treasure this little book always.
Di
Oh, that is really neat to put blocks together into a book! I love that idea.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure you have in those friends! They're such giving people, and their designs are beautiful. How wonderful to have that books as a remembrance of them, and their affection for you. I can imagine how you must have cried to have received such a touching gift. And now, I am sure you're tenderly cherishing it. Just so. darned. special.
ReplyDeleteDi, that's lovely! Definitely a book, like the friends in it, to treasure.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely book and what a treasure in those friends!
ReplyDeletewhat a precious gift, pages full of love
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful loving friends!! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful blog. That book holds so much love and affection for you and as you treasure this book, remember how much you are treasured by your friends. xx
ReplyDeleteThat has to be one of the most beautiful heartfelt gifts ever. It's lovely to meet the makers through your wonderful photos. Sewing friends are special friends!
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