Friday, June 11, 2010

Jane Stickle Quilt: BR-9

Jane Stickle block BR-9Block number/name: BR-9 “Sue’s Garden”

Date completed: June 6, 2010

Number of pieces: 18

Notes on block: This block was pretty intimidating, but Anina’s approach worked like a charm. I just extended the tops of all of the “curved” section pieces by 1” to make sure I had enough room to appliqué the arches. And because they were all extended by exactly the same amount, I had no problems with matching while hand stitching the seams.

We seem to be falling into a routine of sorts in the evening lately. About three nights a week, Keith takes charge of the baby, holding him and giving him cuddles so I can stitch (or go to bunko, or quilt guild, or other). Then on the other evenings, I focus on the baby and Keith plays Monster Hunter (his video game of choice lately). Some evenings, we share the baby duties and watch some television together (like Glee!!! I so need to see the season finale again!). It feels like we’re balancing things pretty nicely right now.

Gratuitous picture of my baby boy:

baby boy, May 2010
Looking at him just makes me smile. :)
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9 comments:

  1. KarenJune 12, 2010 at 5:00 AM

    As sweet as can be!

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  2. PiececorpsJune 12, 2010 at 5:12 AM

    Oh, good GRIEF!! I just want to snuggle with him!! What a precious little boy . . . yay for you for managing it all (and, I guess, a little "thank you" to Keith for helping ;-)).

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  3. EvelynJune 12, 2010 at 6:13 AM

    Who *wouldn't* smile at that cutie pie! So adorable!

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  4. YvetteJune 12, 2010 at 6:41 AM

    You are really lucky to have a partner in raising your children.

    Your block is great! Anina always makes things so easy.

    I can never get enough of seeing that handsome, beautiful boy.

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  5. ZonnahJune 13, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    I hope mine turns out as nice as yours! I am done with my prep work and am starting to sew again!!!!

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  6. Carrie P.June 15, 2010 at 7:57 AM

    Routine is good for the whole family. I just want to squeeze the new baby. And check out big brother in his stylin' jeans. Cute design.

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  7. CindyJune 17, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    aw, so sweet :)

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  8. Carrie P.June 17, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    Hey Robin, thanks for signing my signature block. Love the little kitty.

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  9. Carrie P.June 23, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    thanks so much for the sweet little birth announcement. I feel very special to have received one. He is a sweetie and I am happy to see you get to do some stitching.

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