I Like Thursdays #24
I’ll start off I Like Thursdays #24 by first thanking LeeAnna for hosting this fun gathering each week. It reminds me to think about what I’m grateful for, and to pay attention to things I see and enjoy through the week. Please visit LeeAnna and my other ILT friends at Not Afraid of Color. I hope you encourage them a bit this week too.
Like #1
It’s been a big week for one member of our family. After working for 2.5 years, yesterday she successfully defended her thesis. Our youngest, Molly, is now a Master of Science – at age 24. We’re so happy for her!
Like #2
This quilt.
This quilt was made by my mother out of cordoroy squares of all different wales. Made from scraps of various items of clothing made by my grandmother (a seamstress) as well as some my mother. I recognize some pieces – like the black/white houndstooth. I had a jumper (dress) out of that. I’m not sure who had the animal print.
I love the backing fabric with its 70s vibe. It’s flannel, and still soft and cozy. The quilt is tied with yarn, and I’m pretty sure I helped with the tying, given the inaccuracy of some of the stitches on the back. There is no batting between the quilt top and the backing, so this would technically be called a coverlet. I have tucked in under this quilt since I was in middle school, so this quilt has worn the years very well. It makes me happy that it’s still with me.
Like #3
This particular little squirrel that my daughter Molly made for me. She needle-felted this little guy freehand.
I seriously want to stick him to the top of my sewing machine, but I know there’s a particular fur-beast who wouldn’t leave him alone. So I’m still pondering a safe place for this little nugget.
Like #4
Speaking of Wilbur . . .
This cat. Seriously. One minute he’s cuddling, the next he’s off on some adventure, scaling grand heights.
Like #5
You! I’m so grateful that you stop by each week, read my little chitter chatter, and encourage me along the way. Wouldn’t it be grand if we could all meet up at a quilt/art/crafting retreat? Somehow, my posts feel like a virtual retreat each day when we check in with each other and chat about quilting and life. So thank you all so much!
And that’s a wrap for my I Like Thursdays #24! Enjoy your day, my friends!
Wendy
20 Comments
Cindy Pieters
I love that little squirrel! Your coverlet is a treasure with the memories stitched in it.
Sandra Walker
Wonderful list of likes! You’re so right about being grateful to LeeAnna for having started and continuing this for us. I can’t pick a favourite on your list of five as they’re all meaningful and amazing and exhibit love don’t they? And some hard work too I just thought of, grin!!
Quilting is in my Blood
Your daughter is obviously talented in many ways! That’s so cool about getting her master’s degree so young and I’m in love with that needle-felted squirrel. Great pic of Wilbur, the adventurer! You have such a great style of writing that really invites your readers in. I’m so glad to be joining you now on a regular basis. Take care, Mary.
karenfae
it would be so nice if all of us bloggers could meet up one day – I know it would be a fun couple of days for all. Congrats to your daughter
lapaylor
I made a corderoy quilt top, just found it, and it’s so soft. Now I know to use flannel and tie it… thanks for that. I like a needle felted critter, and the wool is very intriguing to Milo. Congrats to your daughter! My husband worked full time and wrote his Ph. d. thesis in engineering and we all celebrated when his defense was done! It’s a hard won degree, and your smart diligent daughter can take a breather now! What an accomplishment!
Wilbur… good gosh that explorer. where in the world is Wilbur now?
LeeAnna
Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting
Congrats to Molly! And her teacher who set her on the pathway!!! Wilbur–haha!!! I’ll take you up on like #5–see you tomorrow!!!!
Barbara
Congratulations to Molly. What an accomplishment…for all of you.
kaywelch
Love the beginning of your post – what an amazing accomplishment for your daughter. Congrats to her for this achievement. And I like the squirrel she made for you.
Vicki in MN
Molly is just as talented as you, cute squirrel, and congrats to Molly. And that Wilbur is a character, always entertaining you and us😀
Mary
Congrats to Molly-that’s quite an accomplishment. That “old” coverlet looks like new. Really cool.
Maureen
Master of Science at 23! Good for her!! I waited till I was 45 to get mine.
rl2b2017
Hi Wendy! Congratulations to Molly! WOWEE – that is fabulous. You have great reason to be proud. I hope that opens all the doors that she is hoping for. HAHAHAHAHA – WILBUR!! Dude, what are you doing?! He did not walk up the whole staircase like that, did he?? And your quilt – how priceless is that? Gosh, it’s really a special treasure and it’s so nice that you’re using it and not saving it. {{Hugs}} What a fabulous post you shared today. ~smile~ Roseanne
Diann Bottrell
Congratulations to Molly! That is a wonderful accomplishment! And congratulations to you and Dad, too, Wendy. I’m impressed your girl still has time for crafting. Such a cute squirrel! I love that you still have your old quilt made by your mom! And that Wilbur – he cracks me up!
Kathleen McCormick
Congratulations to Molly and her parents! Thanks for sharing the quilt your mom made – how special that is to still be wrapped in your mother’s love.
Sally
Congrats to Molly. Cool! Cute little squirrel. Wilbur!
Colette
Oh the little felted squirrel is awesome. Wilbur you are my Lucy’s alter ego. Great coverlet with awesome memories. Congrats to Molly how awesome is that?
Linda
Oh that quilt, I love that it is made with corduroy squares. I think I had a jumper out of the same houndstooth. I know you are so proud of your daughter! What an adorable squirrel, and so appropriate for many of us. 😉
Janine @ Rainbow Hare
I like all these things too! Congrats to Molly 🙂
Bernie
Go Molly!!! I bet she feels so great right about now. This challenge is complete – moving onward! The squirrel is adorable too – she has her mama’s crafty/artistic talents.
thedarlingdogwood
What a wonderful list, Wendy! Congrats to your daughter! The squirrell is fabulous, I love that you’re still snuggling with a quilt you’ve had since middle school, and the online quilting community is indeed something to be thankful for!