Pretty Patchwork Quilts and Plates...

 I have another quilt book to tell you about!

This one has beautiful appliques', with finished quilts in a variety of sizes.

Cyndi Walker, author of "Pretty Patchwork Quilts", loves bright and happy

colors. She artfully combines fabrics and patterns into such cheerful designs.

 "Ginger Snap" is one of my personal favorites, but this 80 page book has 

more than a few quilts that I really, really, REALLY want to make!

 Even the names of her quilts are clever - this one is called "Sweet Charity".

 There are a dozen quilt patterns in this book, and while some have applique',

others use traditional piecing techniques. I found so many designs to love.

One of the things I can tell you is that, even when I don't have time or energy

to sew, I can always disappear into my patterns and books. I spend hours

dreaming and scheming about what I'll choose for my next project.

For now, I've pulled out the fabrics and pieces to go back to finish Handsome's

"Princeton Plates" quilt. I think he's been more than patient as I've worked on guild

projects and "other things" since Christmas. It's time to complete his quilt next!

Thanks to everyone for the enthusiastic response to my first Craftsy pattern.

I really appreciate your supportive notes - and purchases!

Sending grateful hugs to all of you.