March Show and Tell Minus the Snow

Spring appears to be right around the corner 

for many of us.

Of course, in Colorado, 

March can be one of our snowiest month.

But for now I'll enjoy the mild days and 

know that it won't be long before there'll

be plenty of yard work to keep me outdoors.

I was hoping to share a quilt or two from my collection

that might be more representative of March, like

something green, or with shamrocks.

Unfortunately, nothing fit that criteria.

My Irish connection would be with a

Double Irish Chain, a classic design.

2003

I love the simplicity of this pattern and the striking 

graphic design that is created.

 The open area provides a wonderful spot

for some fun quilting. I love feathered wreaths

and my machine quilter, Patricia R. knew just

what I wanted.

The second quilt from my collection is a

Sawtooth Star.

2008

I was inspired by a quilt I saw in the book,

Quilting Pieces of the Past, by Better Homes and Gardens,

175 years of inspirational quilting

and also by the Dargate fabric designed by 

Margo Krager of 

Reproduction Fabrics.com

 When I was program chair of the local quilt guild,

League of Northern Colorado Quilters,

I invited Margo to come from Montana and share

her knowledge of fabric and history.

 These fabrics are representative of the time 

period of 1825 - 1860 based on an antique sample

book of fabrics, known as the Dargate Samples, that she is so fortunate to own and

use to design fabrics.

The colors and designs are bright and bold.

The alternating plain blocks was another venue for

some fun quilting.

I used a large pillar print for the backing along

with the label.

It was a wonderful project to work on to 

represent a colorful time period.

My quilts are made for my family to use and enjoy

and also to represent the history and spirit of 

women and their needlework.

I'm always delighted to sharing my passion and 

my personal work with others.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Until Next Time-