There has also been a bit of family stuff going on. My grandmother passed away recently and it has been a busy time with family matters. I posted a little about my Nan previously when I was making gifts for her 90th birthday last year. I was really touched that the family requested that her signature quilt be laid over the casket at her funeral as she had loved it so much.
The family tree canvas was also used as decoration at the funeral as per one of my uncle's requests. I think it's very special and quite an honour that these little things I made for Nan were used as a part of the celebration of her life.
And so friends, I trust you'll forgive my lack of sewing and paper piecing of late. But I do hope that you still have been working on things so I can live sewcariously through you. So, let's see what you have been up to of late!
Quick refresher on what the deal is with the Paper Piecing Party (full details here):
* It’s on every weekend here at Quiet Play, starting Friday.
* Link up something you’re working on that’s foundation paper pieced
* Link a blog post or flickr photo
* Visit at least two other links and leave a comment because that’s half the fun!
Oh Kristy, sad and wonderful at the same time. So sad that your Nan passed away but wonderful that you had taken the time to make those special keepsakes for her before she passed away. Lovely too that the family appreciated them enough to include them in her farewell. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your nan - she sounds like she was your biggest fan xx Big hugs x
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear of your loss Kristy, I hope that you find comfort in knowing how much your lovely quilts were appreciated by your Nan.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your Nan. It's wonderful that you can know the things you made for her were so appreciated and loved. Hope your sewjo finds its way back soon.
ReplyDeletesorry for your loss, I did a signature quilt this week too, for a graduation this weekend. working on your MIXER block, those beaters on the mixer are teeny tiny.... almost done with it though
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear your news, hope you're back to your old self soon.
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Very sorry for your loss. It is never easy, and some things that were once enjoyable just aren't for a while. Much love to you and your family...heal, we'll still be here when you get your sewjo back!
ReplyDeleteI loved my Grandmother as much as you love yours. My sympathy and love and gladness that sha and the family know by your actions just how much you loved her. My own Mom will be 89 in August and thinking of how little time I will have with her now is sad. Hugs to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to learn of your grandmother's death. I know you were close because of the lovely special things that you made her. I am glad you had her as part of your life so long and have all those special memories of her. Nancy: rangerer@sbcglobal.net
ReplyDeleteSo special for your beautiful hand made projects to be used at your Nan's funeral and so nice that your family appreciates your work! I am sorry for your loss :( it is never easy even when we know it is coming. I had forgotten how much I loved the family tree you made!!! have a great weekend Kristy!!!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. Your work brought your Nan joy and your family comfort. The sewjo will come back - it's a source of joy for you and many others.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your nan, sending lots of love to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteIt must be very special to know that your makes were so well loved by her and that they will bring so many memories of her to the rest of your family xxxx
Oh dear. Big hugs. That would throw off any sewjo....let alone not having any time with the funeral and family there. Lovely quilts to honor her!
ReplyDeleteSincere condolences Kristy - your nan must have been a wonderful person, it's not surprising at all your sewing mojo is on leave xx
ReplyDeleteso sorry Kristy xx
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of the pass of your Nan ~ be kind to yourself and not worry about sewing or posting.
ReplyDeleteMy sympathies to you and your family. Your quilt pieces are a lovely tribute.
ReplyDeleteGrief is a tricky thing...Be patient with yourself and do not worry about not sewing or blogging. You need to rest and take care of your grieving heart.
ReplyDeleteIt is tough to lose a beloved family member. So glad that you brought her love with that family signature quilt. It's things like that, that will be remembered and cherished. Take time to grieve. You'll know when you are ready to sew again.
ReplyDeleteYour Nan and family obviously treasure those pieces you made ... xxx
ReplyDeleteBe kind to yourself. Friends will be around when you feel up to blogging again so don't feel obliged to do it until you are ready. I am so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteBack from holiday and catching up on some blog reading. So sorry to hear about your Nan, she sounded like an amazing lady. I'm sure she will be sorely missed. Thinking of you in these difficult days. Hugs J x
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your nan's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
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