Grammie Sharon

My sister turned 50 on May 6. I made this by hand piecing each of the squares. Each square I learned a different technique. After the 6 weeks I found out that this was not a beginner class but something I should have taken after the beginning hand piecing. Not realizing for each square became another shade of purple. That is my sister's favorite color. It was only right I gave it to her. Every time she called me and I said I was quilting and she asked what I had to tell a fib. For the label I had a picture of my parents, myself and Elaine was only one month old. Our mom passed away in 1973 at age 45 so this was special. I called the quilt Family the next generation. The sunbonnet girl and 3 boys represent elaine, her hubby Paul and their two sons Erich and Lance. We both had a good happy cry when she opened it.

trif

Your sister is going to love it! You did a great job, it will be her best gift.

amma

You did such a beautiful job on this quilt, I can see why the tears were flowing!

Harmony

You sister can't help but love this quilt! You obviously put a lot of time and love into it--it should be a family treasure for years to come!

Grammie Sharon

The lady from a quilt guild I belong to did such a beautiful job. She outlined and highlighted what was on the front so the back really came out nice. I wish I could do that too. My favorite was the middle star.

saf45

just beautiful

janRN

Beautiful quilt and what a great idea for the label. You can tell by her smile that she loves it. Great job.

GrannyW5

lovely quilt, a really nice gift

sueisallaboutquilts

What a treasure, Sharon!! So sorry about losing your Mom at such a young age. What a beautiful tribute to your family.

roseOfsharon

That is just a marvelous quilt! I love the purples and the designs and the bonnet boys and girl:). Your sister was no doubt surprised and loved the new addition.