Big Thing #1 - THANK YOU all SO much for your lovely comments!! You all are so kind and encouraging - you make my world a brighter place to be - and I'm so grateful! And, I also got so many more wonderful ideas on the little things we can enjoy to make life sweet!! So thanks girls!
Big Thing #2 - The winner of the last member of the "Lonely Quilt Tops Club" chosen by RNG is
Mary of Quilt Hollow! Now, here is the amazing thing - I had no idea when I put this quilt up to give away, that someone would be so sweet as to offer to quilt it for free! But, that Charming Girl Wendy of Why Knot Kwilt blew me away with her generosity!
And, believe it or not - our friend Mary won't be keeping this quilt - she's going to give it to a dear blogging friend of hers who's 17 year old son recently passed away - just to let her friend know that people care - and to hopefully brighten her day a bit!!!
I think this might be why I LOVE BLOGLAND so stinkin' much!!!
BIG THINK #3 - Brave Girls!!!
A couple of months ago, my dear bloggy friend Carol of Brown Quilts told me about these inspirational e-mails she gets from "The Brave Girls Club" - and I signed up for them, too! It's fair to say WE LOVE our
Brave Girls e-mails!
Every week-day, Carol and I look forward to reading these e-mails - they are one of life's simple pleasures - and I wanted to share so that you can sign up, too - if you're interested!!
You can sign up for the e-mails HERE and you can read some of the archives of letters HERE!
BIG THING #4 - Soul Restoration II Class! I signed up for this class - it starts June 7 - and I just can't wait!! It's an "artsy" journey to creating the life you've always wanted! We'll be making fun art projects to help us as we assess our unique talents and gifts, clarify our purpose, goals, and dreams, identify the things that hold us back, break down goals into bit sized pieces - and even set up rewards for ourselves along the way (I just love that rewards part (smile))!!
You can watch the class videos when it's convenient for you - and participate with women all over the world (and little ole me)- in this fun journey! Registration is still open (the class is $99.00)! For more info, go HERE!
If you do happen to sign up - let me know - so we can chat, and share the experience! I'm sure I'll be sharing my art projects here throughout the summer!
BIG THING #5 - I put the finishing touches on
"Simple Things" our quilt along (mini) sample - and Carol did the larger version! We are beyond excited!
The quilt along starts a bit later this week - so stay tuned!
TTFN,
Kelly
I get the Brave Girl emails and I love them! Your quilt along project looks great! I can't wait to hear more about it! :0)
Posted by: Terry | May 31, 2011 at 06:33 PM
Lots of new fabric - ready to play with a quilt along, too.
Posted by: Sharon | May 31, 2011 at 06:44 PM
Lovin' the fabric much. :)
Posted by: denver accident lawyer | May 31, 2011 at 06:59 PM
If only....I had the time for quilt-a-long...looks like fun! Wonder if I can swing it? Hee!
I honestly think the timing of the quilt giveaway was perfect and meant to be for my (our) blog friend who had such a great loss. Quilter's are simply the best and once again we work together to show somebody they are cared about so much.
Thank you.
Posted by: Mary Flynn | May 31, 2011 at 07:02 PM
I agree with Mary, it was "meant to be." If anyone has noticed, Mary is a lucky girl in blogland and I think I know why... She has FANTASTIC KARMA...she is a very GIVING, GIFTED, THOUGHTFUL, and TALENTED lady/quilter. What goes around comes around and she honestly deserves the good that comes her way!
anxiously watching for the quilt along!
Posted by: kimland | May 31, 2011 at 07:18 PM
Can't wait for the quilt along, your sample looks so perrrtttyy!! ☺
Posted by: Lisa | May 31, 2011 at 09:42 PM
Oh Kelly the story of the Lonely Quilt Top is amazing! Blogland is the BEST! OMG I love those little covered buttons...LOVE 'em!
Posted by: Carol | June 01, 2011 at 02:07 AM
Enjoyed reading how your lonely quilt top is now on a journey to blessing others!
Posted by: Sandra | June 01, 2011 at 02:51 AM
Since I'll probably have to order the fabric on line. is there any chance you could list the names of the fabric you used, so I'll be ready to sew along. The quilt is to die for. If you can't get the fabric names out early, I understand.
Posted by: Cheryl Bugelski | June 01, 2011 at 04:59 AM
I LOVE BLOGLAND TOO!!! Congrats to Mary & I just love what she's going to do with it...she is one sweet gal! As for the quilt along...I'M SO EXCITED (I just can't hide it, I'm about to lose control & I think I'll like it....YEAH!) HEHEHEHEHE!!!!!
Posted by: Michelle | June 01, 2011 at 06:13 AM
I'm thrilled with the Lonely Quilt top story ... Congratulations to Mary and I agree, Mary's heart is so very generous and giving!! Knowing where the quilt will end up makes it all that much more special ... bless all your hearts!! Looking forward to the details on the quilt along and sincerely hope I get to join in again!! Oh, oh ... and I signed up for the Birdie emails ... just what I need every day :) Thanks so much!!
Posted by: WendyMT | June 01, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Oh joy!! The Lonely Quilt story is something else. Prayers for the family. And Wow, that's a pretty tease you have for the quilt along. Can't wait to find out more.
Posted by: Linda in Calif. | June 01, 2011 at 03:24 PM
I think it's PERFECT that Mary won - what a beautiful heart she has! Kelly, I'm so happy to hear you so excited, you go, girl!
Posted by: Allie | June 01, 2011 at 09:23 PM
So excited about your quilt-along! and thank you for the link to the Brave Girls.
Posted by: Sharon | June 02, 2011 at 06:16 PM
Just found your blog! Love the Brave Girls Club! Good luck with SR2!
Oh, and I LOVE the quilts :)
Posted by: debbie | June 08, 2011 at 03:36 PM