Thursday, 25 August 2011

Another One!

The only one of my four (four! WOW!) grandchildren who didn't get a crib quilt made by Nana when he was born was Callum, so I had to remedy that ASAP. And here it is. It has his name and birthdate embroidered on the back, just like the others. And a message telling him that his Nana loves him.

I know, he's three and a half and doesn't need a crib quilt now that he's a Big Boy, but I just had to make one for him.
And I've enjoyed making these baby quilts so much that once I get going, I just can't stop.

So I went shopping and added to my fabric stash. (Fabricland had a sale!!!) Today I washed it all, ironed it and folded it, ready to start cutting. Watch this space for more quilts coming this way.
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20 comments:

  1. dogbait25 August 2011 at 18:14

    Someone here goes fabric hunting all the time too.

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  2. Beverly25 August 2011 at 21:02

    Your quilt is lovely, as are the others that you've shown. Lucky children, blessed nana.

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  3. Xtreme English25 August 2011 at 21:21

    Very handsome quilt! Too bad he missed out on having it in his crib, but can't he drag it around while he sucks his thumb? (that's what all of my kids and grandkids so far have done).

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  4. Shrinky26 August 2011 at 06:07

    What a beautiful keepsake to hand down through the generations - things such as this are not only gorgeous, they are priceless!

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  5. Anvilcloud26 August 2011 at 09:10

    Lots of winter projects piling up?

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  6. Hilary26 August 2011 at 09:34

    Such a nice tradition.. and a lovely quilt. Pretty fabrics you selected.

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  7. ann @ studiohyde26 August 2011 at 15:16

    It gorgeous, I'm sure Callum must be thrilled with it.

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  8. Charles Ravndal26 August 2011 at 18:15

    Beautiful quilt Shammy! You should open an online store :)

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  9. mxtodis12327 August 2011 at 00:01

    Thanks for the advise on the wind up radio. I've not heard of them, but will be sure to have my son check the stores before the storm hits tomorrow.
    Mary

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  10. Maggie May27 August 2011 at 08:50

    I think you are so clever. The quilt is lovely.
    Your stash of materials look so inviting!

    Was interested to read that you never a felt the earthquake. I should have though that one as big as that would have made itself felt!
    Maggie X

    Nuts in May

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  11. Wendy27 August 2011 at 09:56

    Beautiful fabrics. I envy you your talent and patience. What lucky grandkids!

    Thanks for your comments on my last post about Steve Jobs. You mentioned Jack Layton. Well, that was one of the reasons I posted about S. Jobs. Somehow, they resemble one another in looks and even though their careers are (were) different, I get a sense of goodness and hard work for each man.

    Sadly, I feel that Steve will soon follow Jack. Life can be tough and sometimes it does seem as if the good ones go early.

    Sending hugs (glad you are celebrating life - it's wonderful being a grandma!!)

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  12. Wendy27 August 2011 at 09:58

    Forgot to say - it seems like you're sewing up quilts so fast! Thought it would take years!! (well probably for me).
    I'm impressed!!

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  13. stardust28 August 2011 at 08:47

    Is it a tradition for a grandma to make a quilt for a new-born baby? You're so talented to make such a lovely one so quick. Your Grands are lucky to have you as a grandma.

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  14. EG CameraGirl28 August 2011 at 22:27

    I bet Callum is not too old to snuggle under a quilt when he's tired. :)

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  15. Ginnie Hart29 August 2011 at 08:00

    YAY for Callum getting his own quilt, no matter how old he is! I want one, too. Am I too old??? :)

    I'm guessing you'll get lots of commissions if you keep this up!

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  16. Ash29 August 2011 at 11:04

    They're beautiful!

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  17. photowannabe31 August 2011 at 02:19

    Beautiful work Shammie. It doesn't make any difference that Callum is 3 1/2. Its still special and his Nana made it just for him.

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  18. Dave31 August 2011 at 05:07

    Shammickite, I admire people who can make quilts and similar. Well done - Dave

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  19. OldLady Of The Hills31 August 2011 at 12:14

    That Is BEAUTIFUL!!! I think it is great that you made him a quilt---even though he no longer needs it for his crib-days....Maybe you wilk now make some bigger quikts for your dear 4 Grandchildren, that they can use on thier BEDS as they get older....These Baby quilts are such wonderful prsonal treasures, my dear.....

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  20. madretz31 August 2011 at 23:17

    A perfect heirloom for him!

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