Firstly I have a couple of blocks to share with you today. These are both English paper pieced blocks for my Geranium Delight project. I'm continuing to use 1930's style prints from my stash and have found that an F8 is a great size to make 6 of these large jewels (or hexagons) with a little bit left over for my scrap tub (you know me and scraps).
The outer ring is made up of 12 x 1.5" jewels and I use a FQ size piece. It's lucky that I had prints in both F8 and FQ sizes in my stash.
As I'm sewing these, I'm wondering what colour backgrounds these will be appliqued to. A single background or a variety of backgrounds? At this stage, I'm tending towards a light pink or light blue or possibly even a light lilac. Or maybe all three?
I'm very undecided, but would like to start the applique process soon so that I can remove the outer border of papers and put them to use in more blocks.
This weekend has been very difficult for my family and I as my dear mum passed away. She fought her cancer with all that she had. Mum was a beautiful person and we spoke every single day. She was my greatest supporter and my rock. We could speak about anything and everything.
We had a bond where I'd think of her and next thing, my phone would ring and she'd be there to say hello. At other times I'd call or text her and she'd say, "I was just thinking about you".
Mum loved a funny selfie with a crazy filter. My phone is full of our shared selfies. I'm going to miss her more than I can even comprehend at this stage.
I am so sorry to hear your sad news. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteSorry to read of your loss , lovely to have lots of those fun selfies to keep.🤗❤️
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about the passing of your mum. Sending love and virtual hugs. x
ReplyDeleteAnorina - my heart breaks for you. So, so sorry for the loss of your mom. Hold tight to all the wonderful memories, they become more and more special over the years. Hugs!!
ReplyDeleteAnorina, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom. I know what you are feeling and there really isn't anything anyone can do or say to take the emptiness away. Keep those sweet memories close and refer to them whenever you need to.
ReplyDeleteMay all you hold dear about your mum be with you to comfort you and help you carry on in the future. Your mum sounds like she was your rock and a thoughtful person. Take some time to allow your grief to come forward and embrace it each day. All the best.
ReplyDeleteYour phone may not ring but your mom will forever be thinking of you
ReplyDeleteSo incredibly sorry to hear of the loss of your Mum! Sounds like she was your person and you were her's. Be kind to yourself. She is forever in your heart. Sending hugs...
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ReplyDeleteI am new to your site. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. They are the rock in a family and she will be truly missed. All my best as you grieve this loss.
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I am sending a big hug to you.... you have lots of lovely memories clearly but it also means lots of pain.... xx your EPP is just lovely, you know I always think your colour choices are so lovely and fresh...
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I am so sorry about your dear mum. Your closeness to her will live with you forever and she will be held dear in your heart. Sending you many healing hugs. Loving your EPP.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you and your family.
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