Speaks for Itself

Dawn is curious how bloggers come about giving the title to their blog. You can read more and link up to her blog here. She is also having a giveaway.
My blog title speaks for itself. How did I come about having my own blog? It all started with Stephanie of Loft Creations. I was on the computer way back in 2008 and came across these things called blogs. I happened upon Stephanie's blog and she was having a giveaway. I won. Ever since that day, her and I have become friends. One day I hope to meet her in person.

As we got to know each other she said she had an applique quilt that had a few blocks that needed to be finished. I told her I would do them for her which I did. She got that UFO totally finished. She was also prodding me do a blog to show off my love of applique. I was really nervous at first because I am really quite computer illiterate. She helped me get through getting set up and so did my daughter.

I had a few titles picked out but this one stuck. It is what I love to do even though I do other crafts plus piece quilts.
As you can see I have finished another applique Hop To It block. I put the rest up on my design wall to see how they look together so far. I have three blocks I need to do to be caught up with the group.

If you have minute go on over to Sue's blog to see her wool Hop To It blocks so far. She has her finished ones up on her design wall too. I really like her blog title--Simply Piece-ful Quilting.

Over at Crafty Musings, (a fun title)Robin's blog you can see her newest block too. So pretty. Sure doesn't look like deviled eggs. lol

Let me know if you are going to link up so I can read the story behind your blog title.

With Passion,

Carrie P.

County Fair

My oldest son and his wife came home for a few days. Last night we all went to the County Fair. I entered several things in the fair this year. To my surprise I won several blue ribbons plus a judges choice ribbon on my tree skirt. I was actually stunned when I saw the judges choice ribbon. My son took this and the other photos that have colored frames around them on his IPhone.
Here is a photo of the tree skirt. I finished it last Christmas just in time to use. The applique is done in wool.
I also won a first place ribbon for this quilt too. The photo taken with the IPhone was not very good so I just posted this one with out the ribbon hanging on it.
I also entered these items:

While exploring the barns we got to watch the sheep being judged. We checked out the cow barn. I forgot how big cows can be when you are standing right near them. We saw the chickens, rabbits, produce, the floral section and all the crafts.
It rained most of the time we were at the fair but it was okay because we don't ride the carnival rides. We spent most of time in the buildings.

We did eat too. I had a hot dog and we all shared a blooming onion. My DIL had to try the Crispy Creme hamburger. I had a bite and it was not good to me. She wasn't thrilled with it either but she had to give it a try. My husband always gets a bag of kettle corn. We also shared some homemade vanilla ice cream.

We spent three hours walking around the fairgrounds seeing all the sights. If you have never been to the fair you should attend at least one time. It is a fun experience.

With Passion,

Carrie P.

Blogger's BOM

Have joined in the fun? Jackie of Canton Village Quilt Works is hosting a BOM. Different bloggers are creating blocks for this BOM. You can read more on Jackie's blog. Sherri created the first one. Here is my version of her block.
With Passion,

Carrie P.

It's Official

Autumn is here!
This pattern is from the Give Thanks BOM from Jenny.

With Passion,

Carrie P.

Applique Addicts Show and Tell

The applique addicts met this past Thursday and I thought I would show you some really great applique. I am sure you will be inspired.
These birds were done by Beverly. The pattern is from a pattern called Graceful Baltimore by Denise Sheehan.
Here is Jane's version of one of the Hop To It blocks.
Look what Betty is working on! A Cathedral window bursting with color.
Susan is working on a tiny wool project from Primitive Gatherings.
Susie is working on some really pretty flowers.
And finally, look at Christie's beautiful batik butterflies.

Now are you inspired to do some applique?

With Passion,

Carrie P.