It has been three months since we've gathered at Susie's cottage, as the coronavirus swept over the world and caused us to shelter in place to avoid contagion. We wear masks in public and stay mostly at home, but thanks to technology some of us are still able to meet through Zoom. While it isn't perfect, it's a great way to see each other and share our stories every week.
Many of us are still stitching, while some are busy with work and grandchildren.
Here are a few recent creations...
Pat R has been working on Lucy Boston blocks made from Kaffe Fassett fabrics.
What a treat for the eyes!
Carol H made this adorable baby quilt, with a sweet fabric on the back!
Jane's children's sweaters are amazing and so cute!!
Judy has done an appliqué bird and a bit of embroidery.
Finally, this quote seems to capture the spirit of our group
and felt like a good way to end this post.
"Any woman who sews or knits or weaves,
blends colors in a tapestry, or creates a patchwork quilt,
knows by the feel that a single thread is weak,
but the weaving, the blending, the intertwining
with many others makes it strong.
Any woman alone without friends to sustain her,
to nurture and support, to hold with loving arms,
like a single thread, is weak.
But the weaving, the loving, the nurturing of others,
the networks of friendship make her strong."
blends colors in a tapestry, or creates a patchwork quilt,
knows by the feel that a single thread is weak,
but the weaving, the blending, the intertwining
with many others makes it strong.
Any woman alone without friends to sustain her,
to nurture and support, to hold with loving arms,
like a single thread, is weak.
But the weaving, the loving, the nurturing of others,
the networks of friendship make her strong."
Barbara ~ The Kinship of Women
Hopefully our next post will include photos from an in-person meeting!
Meanwhile, let's all stay well and keep stitching!
Meanwhile, let's all stay well and keep stitching!
