My grandfather died at a fairly young age in a tragic accident. This sweet lady, my Grandmother, was left to find a way to make ends meet for her family. She made and sold handmade items- quilts, stuffed animals, dolls, etc. For me, as a young girl, there was nothing better at Christmas than to receive a doll or blanket made by my grandmother.
As I got a little older, my grandmother began to teach me how to quilt. As I didn't live nearby (I was in Minnesota, she in Utah), I only remember 2 occasions when I worked on a quilt with my grandmother. She was so patient in her teaching as I couldn't seem to be able to make the same size stitches twice in a row, I continually pricked my finger, and I needed help with every single knot!
But I am forever grateful for the love and example she gave to me!
I was able to make 4 of these, one for each granddaughter, this summer thanks to my grandmother's lessons.
I was even able to use the rose patterns my grandmother used so many years ago!
I hope my granddaughters (or at least one) will want to learn to quilt with me!
Now I need to finish a jean quilt for Char...
Just need to put it on the frame!
And of course, finish stitching my neighborhood Christmas gifts!
I am so blessed to be able to create things for the people I love!
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