This is a small quilt put together from blocks of muslin that were signed by family members for Bradley's 2nd birthday. I put the blocks together and then used fabric in Bradley's favorite color.
I didn't sign a square, so I left a touch of me on the back of the quilt where I would usually sign my name. I left a little cheeseburger for him. His mom and I laugh about my love for McDonald's themed baby quilts all the time and this was a great way for me to put our laughter, love and friendship into Bradley's quilt.
Bradley passed away not long after his birthday and he would have recently turned 3 years old. He is loved and missed. I am grateful for the opportunity to make such a special gift for him and for his family.
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Saturday, May 24, 2014
In Memory of a Mother
Here are four quilts I did in memory of a mother. Each one has a different backing. The trim in the sashing is made from her dresses, each quilt has a different trim. The family also wanted a block with an applique heart that would act as a pocket for a small sound device so they could hear their mother's words.
Memories of a Brother
I make a lot of memory quilts, but recently I have been doing memorial quilts. This is a series of eight throw size quilts in memory of a young man who passed away. His family requested these quilts to be made from his clothes.
Helping Hands
A girl in my son's class became very ill and at a moments notice I thought it would be a good idea to make a whole quilt for her to have at the hospital. I had all the kids trace their names and handprints on the quilt and then I stitched them in. There is a blank spot on the top of the quilt for her to add her handprint later.
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