M-O-O-N That Spells MOON

 October Modern Mini:  I See The Moon

I wanted to represent the celestial occurrence of a Harvest moon on October 1st  

blue moon on Halloween night. 

In my Halloween stash I found this perfect backing.  I know someone thoughtful sent this to me but I can't remember who.  If you remind me I'll send you a surprise.

My October was all about Moons I guess!  

Here is a close up of my machine quilting lines.  I used Invisafil tan.

Here are a few early sketches of ideas that I for this little piece.

Googly eyes seems a natural choice for Halloween and I do love to work with circles.  

I made them the same way I make all my circles; top stitch machine applique'.

I auditioned it on black but it was just flat.

Red just seemed right to me.

I hope that wasn't too much "process"....  

Also, I noted that on 2 other recent minis I used striped binding.   Gives them a little of the 'ole razzle dazzle don't you think?

I'm you like Pumpink Spice and Suds try this Ale.  Next post should include a finished Kitchen Sink Quilt - Yay!

Thanks to all those who asked about my Lyme's Disease progress.  My medication is finished and that feels good.  My leg is still hurting and I'm having an MRI Thursday.

I wish you all a safe and Happy Halloween.  Check out Moon Saturday.

xo

   

Gelato!

Just in time - my July Modern Mini:  Gelato

I had a hard time getting a good photo in late day sun.  But I liked this one.

I showed this sneak peak on Instagram the other day.

I cut the excess gathering which I think looks neater from the front, especially with solid fabrics.

I machine quilted it with my favorite (thanks Pauline) Invisafil white thread.  Not match stick but close 1/4".

 

I sew basted my Whig Rose last week.

 I can now officially report that I really love the Hobb's Tuscany blend of wool and cotton batting.

It is very easy to needle and I'm happy to be hand quilting again!

I made a few cute girl masks this week.   We will be needing these for a long time to come.

I hope you are doing okay and staying healthy.

Treat yourself to something cool and delicious....like gelato!

Thank you, Wendy, for the inspiration to make mini quilts.  It has been such fun!  She'll be sharing links of this month participants tomorrow on her blog.

See you again soon.

xo