Crochet one, Knit one, Sew one

So the end to another week. Look at these lovely sunflowers growing in my garden!

A merry band of visitors have joined me to stitch this week. We had a fun day, the cabin was silent as we all concentrated on what we were doing. The furrows in my brow got deeper as I had another go at crochet when I wasn't needed to teach. My Auntie taught me how to make a Granny Square last year. I made some lovely squares which I have misplaced. Where on earth they are I have no idea. But in searching  I have found another 3 unfinished quilts!! I am laughing as I write this! So I better get those photographed and added to the slideshow/ confessional.

Anyway, I was making this little square and I know the middle isn't quite right but I'm not going to worry, just make another. I'll get better at it. The wool is Aran, predictably I love these Autumn colours.

Knit & Crochet a Wool Blanket

So we have had a knit and crochet day this week. Here's Chris, she is knitting up squares in the same colours as my crochet.

Mum was here knitting too, she's making an Aran cardigan.

It was quiet in the cabin as we were all concentrating, so I put the radio on, BBC Radio 2 churned out some oldies - everyone was singing along. They wanted to take a picture of me concentrating on my crochet - thankfully nobody can operate the camera! That's one skill I won't be sharing!! I'm sure the process of crochet makes me look older!

Charm Square Quilt

Jean finished getting her Charm square quilt together. This is her second square quilt. Learning to join squares seems like a simple concept but matching seams up and stitching so the quilt will lay flat and be simple to sandwich together doesn't happen without a fair bit of work. The Eureka moment hit today and Jean was just so pleased to get a row of squares joined on with matching seams, particularly after a fair few frustrating near misses. It is so rewarding when you can put your knowledge and skills together to solve a problem and achieve something to be proud of. I know you will read this Jean, well done you've got it worked out now!

There's going to be a little embroidery on this quilt next week..

Building Blocks Quilt Along

I have managed to get these done too. I fussy cut the flower shape image, and added 3 leaf shapes. These blocks go into the 4 corners of the quilt, so I have another 2 to go. These are a bit traditional looking but I think with all the other blocks they will look nice.

That's it for now. I am excited as I am expecting 4 packages all to sooth my sew fevered mind!