I am so busy in the midst of preparing my new sewing room. Getting it ready for many great moments of sewing in quiet bliss. I have been sanding and painting and sanding and painting. Moving in and out furniture. Deciding what to hang where. It's coming along so beautifully and I can't wait to share it with you all. It has taken all of my spare time. Which means I'm quite behind on things like blogging, laundry, blog reading, laundry, answering emails, laundry, and brushing my hair.
So for a quick blog post I thought I could finally share with you the quilt I made for my wonderful friend Sabine. I didn't share it while I was making it because I wanted it to be a surprise for her. She just received it last week and now I can show it to you all. She is such a kind and generous new friend. And has spoiled me way beyond what I deserve. I hope she snuggles up with her new quilt and is reminded of how much her friendship means to me.
I think I have an uncontrollable picture posting problem. Really, I don't know why I do it. I am perfectly aware that so many of them really look the same. Here I go again..
I do love how this quilt turned out. There is something so old fashioned and quaint about a pinwheel quilt. I love pinwheels. This quilt is made from the same fabrics as my Summer Stash quilt. I even had enough left over from my stash for the borders and binding. I'm so glad I did because now we have sister quilts across the globe.
I know, I know, enough with the pictures already. I'll enter therapy I promise.
I do highly recommend making a pinwheel quilt though. And if you can part with it, send it to a much appreciated friend. I'm so glad I did. x
Absolutely beautiful and cozy! Such a wonderful gift for a wonderful friend. I'm sure she'll treasure it forever.
Posted by: Stephanie | January 12, 2009 at 04:12 AM
WOW! that is beautiful!! she is special. sure wish I could find a special friend like that, finding true friends is hard to come by these days. it's easier for me to just not have any where I live. I only have cyber friends. I know, sad. but what is a girl to do??
Posted by: Stacey | January 12, 2009 at 04:13 AM
wow, Sabine you are such a lucky girl, what a great present . Looking forward to seeing your new sewing room too
lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | January 12, 2009 at 04:33 AM
I LOVE too many pictures! Keep it up! I love how you capture every detail of the quilt in your pics--like a story.
Sabine is a lucky girl!
Posted by: Kelly O. | January 12, 2009 at 06:08 AM
It is a wonderful quilt! I have no doubt that she loves it and will treasure it. Looking forward to seeing your room reveal.
Posted by: MichelleB | January 12, 2009 at 06:31 AM
It is beautifully made and I'm sure it will be well loved.
Posted by: Jane Weston | January 12, 2009 at 06:36 AM
your photos are beautiful. your projects are beautiful. your stories are beautiful. your friends are beautiful.
Posted by: Messy Karen | January 12, 2009 at 06:48 AM
it looks amazing!
Posted by: Casey | January 12, 2009 at 07:28 AM
Such a gorgeous quilt! Beautiful!
Posted by: Annette | January 12, 2009 at 07:28 AM
That quilt is so pretty it's ok to have a million pic's of it!
Posted by: Melissa | January 12, 2009 at 09:27 AM
Yes, yes, yes!!!!!
I do love this quilt so much and I will treasure it forever!! Thanks so much, my dear friend, you´ll never know what a pleasure you have done to me. I can´t find the right words to express my thankfulness!!!
And for all the readers of Sarahs beautitful blog: Isn´t she wonderful?? Isn´t she super talented?? Yes, yes, yes SHE IS!!!
Big kiss,
Sabine Q.xxx
Posted by: Sabine | January 12, 2009 at 10:09 AM
That quilt is so pretty - I love all the colors and those big, red blooms! Pinwheels are one of my favorites as well. You're a sweet friend. :)
Posted by: Erin | January 12, 2009 at 10:15 AM
I'm loving the pinwheel quilt! I've always been a fan of those too. The one you made for your friend is just beautiful. All the pictures are great...it really gives us a good feel for it. Keep 'em coming! LOL
I'm really looking forward to seeing your new sewing room! The girls' new rooms are coming along so nicely. --Jen in NY
Posted by: Jennifer from NY | January 12, 2009 at 10:52 AM
A belated Happy New Year, Sarah!
Sabine's quilt is stunning. So beautiful.
I'm looking forward to seeing your new sewing room.
Take care,
Posted by: Binny | January 12, 2009 at 12:08 PM
The quilt you made for Sabine is lvoely. She will love it always.
Posted by: Carrie P. | January 12, 2009 at 12:18 PM
There are never too many photos of Quilts..and yours to be exact! I love ALL of them and this is beautiful...and I did recognze the fabrics!! I'm on to ya! ;)
I just entered a pinwheel block swap last month and it was so pretty..all blues and whites for a winter snowflake look.
I reeeellly missed you posting..I check..um, daily! Love this blog! Thanks for sharing as you do.
Can't wait to see the new sewing room...since the girls room turned out so great..I can just imagine the creativity room for yourself!
God bless..
HOPE
Posted by: HOPE | January 12, 2009 at 01:36 PM
Oh. {I must stop and breathe.} (That translates to -- it's breathtaking.)
Really, truly beautiful. Lucky, lucky Sabine!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | January 12, 2009 at 02:32 PM
Lucky Sabine! It's beautiful!
Posted by: Vicki W | January 12, 2009 at 04:49 PM
Your quilt is just beautiful. I can't wait to see the pictures of your sewing room. It sounds great.
Posted by: valerie | January 12, 2009 at 06:45 PM
I have been a "lurker" for some time, but felt I had to say how absolutely beautiful this quilt is--the roses remind me of an English cottage garden..and I personally love all your photos! Thanks for your funny, happy, colorful blog....
Posted by: Marlene | January 12, 2009 at 08:30 PM
That quilt is beautiful. Well done.
Posted by: M | January 12, 2009 at 08:31 PM
Wowza! That is one beautiful quilt! She is a lucky girl!
Posted by: mo | January 12, 2009 at 08:59 PM
That quilt is beautiful....what a very lucky friend. And your pictures - WOW!!!
Posted by: Cheryl | January 13, 2009 at 12:16 AM
What a wonderful creation. I am a newcomer to your site and absolutely LOVE it. You have inspired me to have a go at quilting (strictly a x stitch/knitting gal until I saw what you can do!)Can't wait to see pics of your sewing room (hopefully Rosie too-she is soooo cute)
Sandra
Posted by: Sandra | January 13, 2009 at 03:48 AM
That quilt is beautiful...and I really liked seeing ALL the pictures ;)
I'm sure your friend just melted when she opened it...she's probably snuggled up in it every day since then.
Posted by: Lori | January 13, 2009 at 05:01 AM