So the Retreat was a blast. 15 gals, all addicted to quilting who love laughter a glass or two of wine with AMAZING food!! The location was an unbelievable 40 minute ride from my house!! I never knew there was such a gorgeous place sooo close by. We were at the North Bow Lodge - check out their web site at http://www.northbowlodge.com/.
The owners were super nice and could cook up a storm!
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These pics were taken on a walk outside the Lodge. The weather was amazing so a few of us went for a walk along the river. The landscape was breathtaking!
So, while on the retreat I decided to work on my Jo Quilt - Courthouse Steps. I thought I was doing extremely well. As a matter of fact, on the afternoon that I left I counted up my blocks-40 with the long dark edge (4 extra...or so I thought!) and 31 with the long light edge .............yay only 5 more lights to go!! Ya right ....I was only half way there! I decided to lay out my quilt today and as I was doing this it came to me that I needed twice as many blocks....argh!! I had it stuck in my head that I needed 72 blocks total, when what I actually need is 72 of each..........oh well at least I am half way there!! Glass half full right :)
I am happy with my light/dark contrast. Well hopefully next time I post this quilt it will be DONE!!
Happy Stitching,
Cindy
OHH, Cindy it is wonderful! I tried to start and then made log cabins instead for a small quilt. Seeing yours again remotivates me! Can't wait to see it finished. Now to go check out the lodge.
ReplyDeleteYour courthouse steps quilt is amazing!! I love everything about it!!
ReplyDeleteHmmmm, I think this would look really nice with my new oak bed.... :o) I know, I know - then I'd better get sewing right!? Great work as usual friend! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI really love these blocks. So simple, yet warm and inviting. It is just beautiful!
ReplyDeletevery nice blog,have a good day from Tenerife!!!
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