Friday Finish and the Start of Some Fun!

I finished both Friendship bags this morning. The one on the left is for ME and just needed the lining stitched closed and the final sewing around the top edge. The one on the right I made this morning from ironing cut pieces to final sewing. Half a birthday present for tomorrow - DONE!






I managed to finish the quilting on the first Birthday Baskets quilt panel. I took a closer picture so you could see my diagonal lines. The plan is for a zigzag effect across the quilt top with possible braids in the sashing borders. The braids will depend on how well the lines match up when I get all three panels completed.





And the stash strip fun has begun! I couldn't resist! My sister and I are already planning to work on these blocks throughout the year. Now Stephanie at Loft Creations (our major inspiration) is doing a challenge! For now, I'm happy I got started:)

Here's to a weekend where you (and I!) can fit in some quilting time!

With Joy,
Sarah Vee