Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Judy's Surprise Quilt: Heirloom Roses


Surprise was a tough one for me. I thought of a lot of things that surprised me, but the one that really stood out was the day I arrived home from a trip to my mom's house in Missouri. My sweet husband had purchased 3 roses to represent our three sons and placed them on my pillow.

In the quilt I quilted hearts to represent me and my husband. There are 2 roads quilted into the piece to show that there are many roads we travel and some of them have interesting stepping stones along the way.

When I was young I never dreamed of a certain plan for my life. I knew I wanted to have a loving husband, at least 3 children, and travel. All of those are part of my life. What I didn't see was having 3 boys, quilting and sewing being my career, and living in Texas. My life is wonderful with these surprises. No matter the twists and turns on the road I enjoy the planned and not so planned stuff. I grow with each one.

10 comments:

  1. Judy, this is a beautiful story and a gorgeous quilt! As usual, your expertise in machine quilting takes my breath away. Too, the appliqued roses are so real, I want to reach out and feel the petals.
    What a true quilt artist you are, and we are privileged to have you as one of our Mavens!

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  2. Judy, I have been admiring your machine quilting. It is so much fun. Think I will have to try some on another project. Patti

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  3. Judy, what a sweet story that inspired your quilt. Love your roses and your quilting is fabulous.

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  4. Judy, You make me want to run to my machine and free motion quilt. A fine summing up of your surprises!

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  6. OOps, I posted incorrectly the first time. I'll try again. I think your husband is very thoughtful!!!! and you captured the spirit of your love for your life and family as well as the beautiful roses all together. Lovely machine quilting!!!!

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  7. Simply gorgeous - I do love the quilting. I am amazed at how much you get done

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  8. A stunning quilt, Judy! As usual, your free motion quilting is beyond perfection! I love the story and your depiction of that very special day. Beautiful!!!

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  9. Judy, I just have to say ditto to everyone's comments. This lovely quilt really pops and has a great love story!

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  10. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh, how sweet. And your little quilt expresses that adorable act perfectly.

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