Pineapple Progress
Pineapple progress has been happening! I had hoped to have the quilt top done, but it’s still a work in progress. I do have some blocks to show you today, so you can see what they look like.
Earlier this week I was seeing all things pineapple, and it was making me smile. It’s an odd time of year to be thinking of pineapples, when all you see on the porches and walkways are pumpkins and cornstalks! This time of year also begins to gather friends and family together, so I think it’s an appropriate time to talk about pineapples and hospitality, don’t you?
The hospitality of friends has been on my mind today. Yesterday I got together with four friends to celebrate the birthday of one of them. We have been friends for years and years. Part of the hospitality is the lovely homes of each of them. Look at this beautiful table!
Each of these ladies has the gift of hospitality, not only in their homes but also in their hearts. Good friends are wonderful, aren’t they?
Pineapple Peek
Okay, I know you’ve been waiting for it. So here you go. Four of the pineapples done, with eight more waiting. Each block is 7 x 19 1/2″. The instructions call for 24 blocks; I misread and made only 12, but I can work with that. I think.
This pattern is called Pineapple Tidbits and it’s a Buggy Barn pattern from the book Certifiably Crazy. Buggy Barn Quilts closed a few years ago. However, the two Nesbitt sisters each have their own businesses now (as I understand it), Barn Chick Quilts and One Sister. The Buggy Barn Quilt Shop was the first quilt shop I stopped at while on a road trip way back in 2003. I have made quite a few of their patterns, two of which are still in my UFO pile, but that’s for another post!
Anyway, aren’t the blocks fun? I’m liking how bright and happy they are! I have a busy weekend ahead, so we’ll see if I get them done or not. You’ll have to stop back on Monday.
What about you? How do you celebrate hospitality with your family and friends? I’d love to hear about it!
I’m linking up today with Susan at Quilt Fabrication for Midweek Makers and Lorna at Sew Fresh Quilts for Let’s Bee Social.
Wendy
24 Comments
nanacathy2
The pineapples are really cool.
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Cathy!
Beth @ Cooking Up Quilts
Oh. My. Word. Those pineapples are so fun!! Are they paper pieced? I have a friend who would *love* those. I’m going to have to track down the pattern. You did such a great job Wendy. I love the colors you are using. Your quilt will be fabulous!
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Beth! No, not paper pieced, but freezer paper is used to transfer the pattern. More information to come!
catpatches
Oh my gosh…those are adorable.
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Barbara! They are really fun to make!
karenfae
aren’t those pineapples cute! love them
Karen Marlow-Goad
and I meant to ask if those are paper pieced – I logged in wrong and it didn’t leave my address for you so logged in differently this time
piecefulwendy
Hi Karen! No they are not paper-pieced, but you do use freezer paper to transfer the pattern. I hope to share a bit about it in my next post.
Vicki in MN
Yes, yes yes your blocks are looking very yummy! Do you have a spot all picked out for it? I made a pineapple runner/wall hanging years ago-sold it of course. But this makes me want to do another! I invite my friends for quilt retreats, hahaha. Need another??
piecefulwendy
I think I have a spot picked out, Vicki! And yes, I need another retreat soon! 🙂
Connie
Wendy, I so enjoy your creativity. The pineapples are beautiful.
piecefulwendy
Thank you, Connie!
Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting
Love the blocks!!! So cute, quirky and colorful. And your friend’s table is amazing and peaceful.
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Nancy!
Susan
Those pineapples are definitely cute! The off-kilter geese fit them very well – can’t wait to see the finish on this.
Louise Hornor
That is a beautiful table! I wish I was that inspired to set a lovely table, but it’s best to avoid extra items that can go flying on a boat. But I could certainly up my game and make more quilted table toppers!
The pineapple blocks are just adorable! I can see why you are so taken with this pattern. They kind of dance a little jig, don’t they? 🙂
piecefulwendy
I can imagine boat life doesn’t lend itself well to those items! Yes, those blocks do dance a bit!
maryannhertel
I am in love with your pineapples. Please share the finished quilt, when and if…
piecefulwendy
Thank you, Mary Ann! I hope to have the top done soon, then get it quilted! More posts to come!
Sparkle On with Abbie
Oh I love your pineapples Wendy, Such pretty and fun orange & greens. 🍍
My sister and her husband came to visit us to see our new house. I love to buy special snacks I wouldn’t normally splurge on when we have company; yummy cheese, olives and fancy crackers 😉
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Abbie! Oh, those special snacks sound yummy!
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Abbie!
Kathleen McCormick
They are terrific! I remember their pattern line and will check out their new stuff; not that I need another project!