Now that the craziness of Christmas has died down in our house, I've been able to put another Caswell quilt block together. Every time I finish a block, I think it's my favourite - and this one is no exception:
Caswell Quilt - Block A2
I did have one hiccup while putting the block together - the original highlights on the far left flower just weren't speaking to me, so I redid it - here's what it looked like before:
In hindsight, the base of the flower probably should have been a slightly darker/more interesting fabric, but I just didn't have it in me to change the whole thing, and it looks okay now.
I'm loving this project, and it's time to select the next block to put together, I just can't decide!
Now I have a couple of happy snaps from Christmas to share with you - first up, another one of Camo decorating his gingerbread house:
Camo continued decorating the house, even after the big day. You won't recognise the house now though, I'm sure it was completely delicious!
Here is a picture of the table ready for our visitors to arrive:
It always thrills me to use the Masons Vista dinner set, it's so pretty on the table, and I love taking the time to make sure everything looks nice and coordinated. I have to confess that I wish party poppers would come in more traditional colours, they do stand out on the table don't they?
And just so you don't think it all stays tidy, here is a snap of the aftermath:
Ohhh heavens, what a mess! It's not a very flattering picture of the guys - they're caught deep in conversation.
A sweet friend Janet was eagle eyed and spotted my gingerbread Advent wreath when I posted the above picture on the facebooks. She asked for a close up, so I thought I'd share with you here too:
I went a little gingerbread crazy this year - the no spread gingerbread recipe I shared in my last post really made it easy to be enthusiastic about baking. It's also quite a delicious recipe, so give it a try if it's your thing.
Going forward we're having a New Years gathering, then two weeks later a dinner for DH's 50th, then after that we can relax a little. Happiness!! :-)
Caswell Quilt - Block A2I did have one hiccup while putting the block together - the original highlights on the far left flower just weren't speaking to me, so I redid it - here's what it looked like before:
In hindsight, the base of the flower probably should have been a slightly darker/more interesting fabric, but I just didn't have it in me to change the whole thing, and it looks okay now.
I'm loving this project, and it's time to select the next block to put together, I just can't decide!
Now I have a couple of happy snaps from Christmas to share with you - first up, another one of Camo decorating his gingerbread house:
Here is a picture of the table ready for our visitors to arrive:
And just so you don't think it all stays tidy, here is a snap of the aftermath:
Ohhh heavens, what a mess! It's not a very flattering picture of the guys - they're caught deep in conversation.
A sweet friend Janet was eagle eyed and spotted my gingerbread Advent wreath when I posted the above picture on the facebooks. She asked for a close up, so I thought I'd share with you here too:
I went a little gingerbread crazy this year - the no spread gingerbread recipe I shared in my last post really made it easy to be enthusiastic about baking. It's also quite a delicious recipe, so give it a try if it's your thing.
Going forward we're having a New Years gathering, then two weeks later a dinner for DH's 50th, then after that we can relax a little. Happiness!! :-)
6 comments:
Such a lovely table setting. I totally agree with your applique change up. It stands out much better. And I think this one is my favorite so far too!
I love your Caswell block. It will be a beautiful quilt. Hugs
Wow, your table setting is elegant. I spy the gingerbread house in the background, too.
Your changes on the block are spot-on.
Your table setting was gorgeous, the aftermath is the best part though!
Another pretty block. I am enjoying see you progress with the Caswell quilt.
Both a beautiful block and a beautiful tablescape. Loved seeing the after photo as well :0)
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