With this view this past week and no sewing machine, I didn't get much sewing done. I brought supplies for some EPP but it looks like that will have to wait for another day because somehow being by the lake inspired me to take out my dusty crochet hooks.
Back in May, I saw a post from Blair at Wise Craft that she was starting a Granny Square Sampler-Along and I was very excited to join in. But I was so busy quilting that I never started - well, until last week. Now, instead of completing the blocks one week at a time, I've been making them one day at a time!
I am now halfway through week 6.
And on the subject of "...alongs" - so many of my new friends have fun quilt alongs and other events going on their blogs right now that I've pretty much planned out all my projects for the next few months.
WIPs:
Vintage Holiday QAL at Fabric Mutt - colors selected but need to finalize fabrics
Totally Groovy QAL at Pile O' Fabric - fabrics ordered
How Far Will You Go QAL at The Elven Garden - will be using my stash (patchwork)
Sew Intertwined QAL at Sew Bittersweet Designs - thought about fabric choices but haven't decided
Practically Paper Piecing Blog Hop at Quiet Play - my date is August 21st
Quilt for my middle daughter - still waiting on her to make up her mind about fabrics and design
And speaking of friends - my good friend Bethany from make me a quilt is guest hosting WIP Wednesday at Freshly Pieced today so I will definitely be linking up there.
What gorgeous photography and beautiful crochet!!
ReplyDeleteLove the granny sampler. And thanks for the list of QALs I was looking for one, and maybe that Totally Groovy QAL could be the one...
ReplyDeleteI love crochet and that first photo by the lake is as gorgeous as the crochet.
ReplyDeleteLove all the colors of yarn you've chosen. What kind of yarn is that? I'm currently working on a granny square blanket. It's two years in the making so far. lol
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Beth, I am just floored by the beauty in this crochet work! I feel like I'm looking at pictures in a magazine. The colors are gorgeous! I took a crochet lesson a year or so ago but never got very far. I'm really inspired to give it another try!
ReplyDeletePretty blocks---one day I will learn when I don't have so many other hobbies:) Love all your colors and styles going on too!!
ReplyDeleteI love love love crocheted granny squares. They make me oh-so happy! :)
ReplyDeleteBeth, your granny squares are so cute! Looks like you will be a busy girl with the QAL's as well. Can't wait to see your progress.
ReplyDeleteAmanda
Wow, maybe not sewing, but you were quite industrious and those are adorable. And, whoa on the QAL's, I wish I had the time =)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, Beth! My word, you're busy...no wonder you need a vacation!!
ReplyDeleteLots of fun! And your crochet is amazing and bright! Love.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous crochet Beth!
ReplyDeleteI am loving all those granny squares! You make me want to crochet again and join that sampler-along, but I don't have time for any more projects! Sounds like you had a great vacation.
ReplyDeleteThe crochet looks so cool! Interesting WIP list, hope to see some updates on those projects =D
ReplyDeleteI'm incredibly jealous of your crochet abilities. Me and yarn aren't friends. At all.
ReplyDeleteBeth they look amazing! Thanks for the shout out you lovely thing :o)
ReplyDeleteLove all the colors. Have no idea how to crochet.
ReplyDeleteLove those granny squares! I never knew they came in so many varieties!!
ReplyDeleteLoving your colour choices on your crocheted squares! It'll be a gorgeous quilt!
ReplyDeleteyour squares are so lovely! Looks like you've gotten alot done in a short period. I do a lot of handsewing by the lake and by the pool in the summer. A great way to relax.
ReplyDeleteWow! You are busy! I thought three QAL was tough, but you are in four? Five? Amazing! Your crocheted granny squares look great! I still need to have my mom teach me how to crochet.
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet little granny squares! Wish I knew how to crotchet!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors of you granny squares! Looks you are going to be super busy with you quilt alongs. Can't wait to see you projects.
ReplyDeletecute crochet! good luck with all those qal's, I could never even keep up with ONE let alone 4 or 5!
ReplyDeleteLove all those colorful crochet squares! Perfect summer holiday project!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!! Crochet is on my list of things to learn :)
ReplyDeleteThere is just something about those granny squares!
ReplyDeleteYour crocheted Granny's look wonderful! I remember my grandmother had a crocheted one on the back of her couch :) Love the lavender square!
ReplyDeleteI love granny squares. What pretty pictures too!
ReplyDeleteI love your colors! One of the things I like best about your blog is your photography skills - they are awesome! Thank you for spreading the word about the QAL, I can't wait to see what fabrics you pick!
ReplyDeleteYour crocheted squares looks great! Love the bright and cheery colors. It'll be gorgeous once joined together!
ReplyDeleteBright and happy colors! At the end will you make a blanket?
ReplyDeleteI loved crocheting my shawl during vacation time. Making something repetitive is so relaxing!