tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post8288066847709269321..comments2024-03-28T12:59:00.516-04:00Comments on Heroes, Heroines, and History: EVERY QUILT TELLS A STORY - Cynthia HickeyDebbie Lynne Costellohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16381517812227326616noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-18568184324633297932013-03-17T20:57:50.302-04:002013-03-17T20:57:50.302-04:00I love quilting... It brings back memories of quil...I love quilting... It brings back memories of quilting with my grandma!<br />Lisa<br />deiselbuffs@yahoo.caAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-62952375533432839382013-03-09T08:55:48.137-05:002013-03-09T08:55:48.137-05:00I have several quilts. The first one my maternal g...I have several quilts. The first one my maternal grandma made for me. It is awesome to look at the fabric and remember dresses that were made out of the fabric for family members. I also have a crazy quilt that was given to me as a wedding gift by one of my co-workers. Her best friend's mother made it as a wedding gift for her daughter. But before she was married she passed away suddenly. The quilt was then given to my co-worker with instructions that it was to be given away to someone in love before their wedding day. She chose me. I was so blessed then and continue to be blessed now.<br /><br />Would love to be entered into your giveaway.<br /><br />Smiles & Blessings,<br />Cindy W.<br /><br />countrybear52 AT yahoo DOT comCindy W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09030648905662071478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-4071362547938607812013-03-09T02:44:07.983-05:002013-03-09T02:44:07.983-05:00Nice!!! I sent an email in return, did it arrive? ...Nice!!! I sent an email in return, did it arrive? I am having a little trouble with cyberspace stealing my sent emails.<br />Blessings!<br /> Jasmine A.Jasmine A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01541779625996757030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-40249437715798588162013-03-08T16:32:53.703-05:002013-03-08T16:32:53.703-05:00Kathleen, it was a lot of fun! I love sentimental...Kathleen, it was a lot of fun! I love sentimental keepsakes, and I love it if something I can give to someone will become sentimental to them also. :)Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04559934405090747046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-85709454196166585772013-03-08T14:19:13.157-05:002013-03-08T14:19:13.157-05:00Wow, what a beautiful story, Bethany. A treasured ...Wow, what a beautiful story, Bethany. A treasured keepsake of her wonderful class and how thoughtful of you to come up with the idea for them to honor her! KathleenLane Hill Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12952459499802207852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-76952264658242572282013-03-07T08:18:03.594-05:002013-03-07T08:18:03.594-05:00I don't have any quilts that tell a story, but...I don't have any quilts that tell a story, but I helped to make one that has become a special memory for someone else. When my son was in first grade (10 years ago), his teacher became pregnant and so it was going to be her last year of teaching. Another lady and I got together and came up with the idea for a quilt. We had each child write on a square and paint their handprint on it. Then I took a picture of the entire class and did an iron-on transfer of it to the center block of the quilt. We did this all on a day when the teacher was at a doctor appointment, so when we presented it to her, it was a total surprise! It is a treasured possession to her today, and something that I hope will always bring fond memories.Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04559934405090747046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-61180652864192314032013-03-06T01:19:44.314-05:002013-03-06T01:19:44.314-05:00I so enjoyed your post! I quilt and find it very r...I so enjoyed your post! I quilt and find it very relaxing. I like scrappy star blocks and creating borders with different shapes/angles. Ladies come from surrounding communities and have been meeting about seven years. We machine quilt together on Tuesdays. My first quilt was for our California King guest bed. During this time we were having our home remodeled so I didn't sew at home because of the carpentry dust. When I finished, our quilting group had a lunch to celebrate. Other ladies share their scraps with me and it was fun to have them say which pieces were theirs in my quilt.<br />Kathleen ~ Missouri<br />lanehillhouse[at]centurylink[dot]netLane Hill Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12952459499802207852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-52578748853108243582013-03-05T21:24:17.094-05:002013-03-05T21:24:17.094-05:00I actually do have a quilt from my great-grandma, ...I actually do have a quilt from my great-grandma, but sadly I don't know the story of it and I'll have to ask my mother if she has any idea, but it is my favorite quilt and I don't think anything could replace it. Store bought quilts certainly don't compare. :)<br /><br />brpchristiangirl@charter.netAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00829874199096299505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-20157558066977295512013-03-05T20:48:50.596-05:002013-03-05T20:48:50.596-05:00Aww man, I thought the winner was going to be pick...Aww man, I thought the winner was going to be picked on the 6th. Oh well.<br /><br />This book looks GREAT!! I miss CO Springs... I lived near there for 10yrs. Miss it. I don't have a quilt story. The only quilt I own was store-purchased and given to my husband and me for our wedding. I love that thing! I quilt, but haven't made many.<br /><br />So excited to have found this site and can't wait to check it out!<br /><br />ladettek{at}gmail{dot}comLadettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03138182474214800314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-6266343010267172762013-03-05T13:35:26.385-05:002013-03-05T13:35:26.385-05:00Jasmine A is the winner of the signed book and Ama...Jasmine A is the winner of the signed book and Amazon gift card! Yay! Jasmin!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04089903053496930165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-5759564617348158292013-03-04T21:23:55.804-05:002013-03-04T21:23:55.804-05:00Wonderful post! Love the quilt made from grandma&#...Wonderful post! Love the quilt made from grandma's day dresses. I have no idea what to do with needle and thread let alone quilt! Fabulous talent.<br />jill (at) jillliankent (dot) com<br />Cincinnati, OHJillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-17587692888317956782013-03-04T20:46:34.225-05:002013-03-04T20:46:34.225-05:00I have only now developed an interest in quilts, o...I have only now developed an interest in quilts, only from reading all those amish books. I'm not much on sewing but it looks like fun.<br /><br />Lourdes11743[at]gmail[dot]comLourdeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10665635031107160161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-36622462925243069002013-03-04T13:56:59.825-05:002013-03-04T13:56:59.825-05:00I love quilts! My mother in law makes them and I&#...I love quilts! My mother in law makes them and I'm hoping to learn and teach it to my daughters. <br />farmygirl at hotmail dot comSusan Pnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-183515470264858662013-03-04T12:37:43.906-05:002013-03-04T12:37:43.906-05:00When I was a home economics teacher I would let th...When I was a home economics teacher I would let the Senior's work on a Crayola quilt in between missing class for the Sr. graduation activities. Have you heard of a Crayola quilt?Melodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04555284768417353619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-52485757992846406202013-03-04T12:36:22.752-05:002013-03-04T12:36:22.752-05:00When we were leaving to become full time missionar...When we were leaving to become full time missionaries to Central America, I gave all my 4-H shirts to a family (I was a county 4-H agent) who SURPRISED me by making a quilt with the front sides of the shirts! I thought they were going to wear them. What a blessing to take my memories with me!<br /><br />missionwife@hotmail.comMelodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04555284768417353619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-24519404851583900862013-03-04T11:54:37.374-05:002013-03-04T11:54:37.374-05:00Good afternoon, Ms. Hickey! :)
Quilting is one ol...Good afternoon, Ms. Hickey! :)<br /><br />Quilting is one old world craft that I want to get into next, as I have already begun my journey into knitting! :) Knitting was a bit easier to pick up, as we found a few local yarn shoppes that were encouraging newcomers to pick up the needles! I wish I could say the same with local quilt shoppes! :/ For now, I am enjoying the art of quilting through the Elm Creek series by Jennifer Chiaverini!? Have you picked up one of her books, yet? Being that your a quilter yourself, I think you'd enjoy reading about the ladies that make up the Elm Creek Circle of Quilters! The stories dip into the historical rich past, and even trace their genealogical roots! How to follow the series is a bit unique, as the author shifts focus! Be sure to read her FAQ if want a guide ahead of time! Laughs.<br /><br />The quilts in my family were found at an auction, but my great-grandmother was into rug hooking and crochet. We have a few pieces that she made and I cherish them as much as if we had a quilt! Your quite right in how each quilt is individualistically a woven story,...I have read about 'hidden' messages, either with patterns of the squares OR with stitches! I was curious how you were going to finish the quilt that your mother gave to you!? Are you going to stitch in a hidden message for the next generations!?<br /><br />I thought it was such a blessing that you have the children's quilt that represents yours and the fosters who came through your home! I want to adopt through foster care in the future, and so, I found this especially touching! Quilts help our hearts remember inasmuch as photographs!<br /><br />I would love to read your story in Threads of Love! <br />Thank you for offering this bookaway!<br /><br />inkand-bookaways(at)usa.net<br />//Florida<br /><br /><br />Jorienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-5630812197244822862013-03-04T11:10:38.689-05:002013-03-04T11:10:38.689-05:00I'm a quilter and have been following this ser...I'm a quilter and have been following this series. I have several quilts that tell stories. One particular quilt that is very dear to me is one that I purchased in Shipshewana, Indiana shortly after my mother passed away. My husband encouraged me to buy a special Amish quilt in memory of my mom, and every time I look at that quilt I'm reminded of the wonderful life I shared with my dear mother and best friend. I miss her still and it's been over 25 years since I lost her. I love the books, and would love to be entered in this contest. Thank you for featuring it today!<br />Nancee<br />quiltcat26[at]sbcglobal[dot]netNanceehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12588677121611836251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-60037264010441268972013-03-04T10:33:42.881-05:002013-03-04T10:33:42.881-05:00Quilts are an important part in my family! I have ...Quilts are an important part in my family! I have one of my grandmother's old quilts. Before my grandmother died a few years ago, she made a quilt for each one of her great granchildren. They are certainly a labor of love. My email is cyndew@rocketmail.com.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-83319294121207932962013-03-04T10:32:33.475-05:002013-03-04T10:32:33.475-05:00I have a quilt that my grandparents bought for me ...I have a quilt that my grandparents bought for me from the Amish. It does not have a story as far as I know but it is pretty.<br /><br />lotsofbooks1 (at) live (dot) comBookishqueenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04815467506294547118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-42686838593961654322013-03-04T10:22:59.548-05:002013-03-04T10:22:59.548-05:00Wow! I am so humbled by all the comments. So pleas...Wow! I am so humbled by all the comments. So pleased to hear others love quilts as much as I do.Cynthia HIckeyhttp://www.cynthiahickey.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-32179442484592156742013-03-04T04:57:23.093-05:002013-03-04T04:57:23.093-05:00Im late but wanted to comment I dont have a quilt ...Im late but wanted to comment I dont have a quilt yet but this year when I go on a trip to America I may buy pieces to put in a memory quilt. Mum had one a friend made her when when she was in the nursing home and she loved it. The centre panel was a peaceful panel and lovely strips around it including some of my own material. She machine quilted it and put a bible verse on it.<br />if an aussie can enter (I think we can for gift cards) my addy is ausjenny at gmail dot com.Ausjennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07644698706787568679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-60822510418286126352013-03-03T21:35:47.542-05:002013-03-03T21:35:47.542-05:00claire, eclairre at ymail dot comclaire, eclairre at ymail dot comeclairrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10051532770082976084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-33955417403055219682013-03-03T18:55:53.011-05:002013-03-03T18:55:53.011-05:00Jorie, I must confess that I also made each of the...Jorie, I must confess that I also made each of them just a tee shirt quilt. Well, 2 of them. The other two will get theirs this Christmas. I like to give them those to take to college. Memories of their days at home. Debbie Lynne Costellohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16381517812227326616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-78815941194939647182013-03-03T18:34:33.151-05:002013-03-03T18:34:33.151-05:00I enjoyed seeing your quilts. I have one on my be...I enjoyed seeing your quilts. I have one on my bed that my mother and sisters made for me years ago. It's the type of quilt that was made of our clothing scraps so holds a lot of memories. It's getting quite worn but I will keep it. I also have baby quilts that both my grandmothers made for me, and a large size signature quilt that my grandmother and her quilting club made in the mid-1950s. All those women are gone now, but I remember many of them from my childhood. It is wonderful to have these tangible memories.<br /><br />pmk56[at]sbcglobal[dot]netPam K.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4271375082145370896.post-405539162627913582013-03-03T17:32:53.237-05:002013-03-03T17:32:53.237-05:00My Mother made me a quilt of a big butterfly in ev...My Mother made me a quilt of a big butterfly in every square that had wings made of material she had made my dresses from and embroidery too. I still have it. <br /> I like the stories that are told about the different ladies groups that solved their personal problems with thread and a needle.<br />JWIsley(at)aol(dot)comjoyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07972508806527606747noreply@blogger.com