I'm back from a getaway with my family. Truly the most memorable 4th of July yet. We traveled 15 hours or so to Island Park, ID and spent many days in Yellowstone hiking and sight seeing. We watched fireworks on my birthday on a beautiful stretch of land between Island Park and West Yellowstone called Hungry Bear Flats...such a fun experience. On the 4th, we watched fireworks in West Yellowstone in the middle of a rain storm with lightening striking as the fireworks went off. Completely amazing! This summer has worked its way up to one of the busiest of my life, but busy is good and I have loved spending so much time with family. It's been 4 years or so since all of my brothers, their families, and my little family have all been together. Now comes the hard part, wondering when it will happen again and wishing we could be closer. Next up...a trip to the beach, pheewwww!
Just sharing quilt block no.3. I've finally decided for sure what I will do with my blocks when they are all completed. I'm not your traditional kind of girl and love the original idea of sewing them all together, but for me I will be framing them in an old, shabby window frame I've had tucked away with each block framed in a window pane. I will be sure to show you the finished project when it's complete.
The rub-on is from 7gypsies, chipboard and die cut from Melissa Frances, trim from Prima and Maya Road, book print and buttons are vintage, and then a few other odds and ends were tossed in
This first card is a redo of another just like it that I created in blues for a baby boy. I used Papertrey Ink's Night Night Moon stamp set on this, one of my all time favorite baby sets. I also used the Tiny Tags stamp set, coordinating die, and the Double Ended Banner die.
The twill is tea stained from my stash, paper from Making Memories and My Mind's Eye, trim from Prima, and chipboard from Maya Road.
Lastly, a card created for Emma's Paperie. All of the supplies and a short, easy workshop can be found HERE on the Emma's Paperie blog.
Hope you all had a wonderful week.
Melis
I just love the quilt block and the cards! I think it's a great idea to put the blocks in the window frame. Can't wait to see how it turns out! I know it will be gorgeous! So glad you had a wonderful vacation and birthday--always fun to be with family!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | July 10, 2011 at 10:22 PM
Your cards are so beautiful as always.
Posted by: Kitika | July 11, 2011 at 12:28 AM
missed you Melis! Your patchwork square is even more lovely than ever... I cannot wait to see the whole thing finished and framed.
Posted by: vio~ | July 11, 2011 at 02:37 AM
My very best girlfriend, who grew on here(NY/VT border)with me, lives in Idaho Falls now. For many years her and her husband have been going to a cabin in Island Park. Their dream was to have their own cabin there. It's in it's finishing stages this summer. I would have never heard of IP if not for this. Sounds like a great vacation. She and I are planning a possible visit to their new cabin next year. Although it is a big trek from where we live! Your vacation sounds wonderful and what an experience for Sierra. Your quilt block is amazing!
Posted by: ValerieC | July 11, 2011 at 03:57 AM
Delighted you had a great time with your family Melissa, lovely memories to treasure :) and adoring every
Thing tou have created here and your art block is just WOW!!!! :) xx
Posted by: Marlou McAlees | July 11, 2011 at 04:37 AM
"Wishes do come true" just lovely!
Posted by: jan m | July 11, 2011 at 04:46 AM
I love your idea of framing your quilt blocks in an old window. It is going to be so amazing! Thank you for sharing your art and your life with us. I love coming to your blog. Have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Cresta Woodruff | July 11, 2011 at 07:09 AM
I absolutely love the window frame idea for your quilt. Great thinking outside the box!!!
Posted by: Jan in Tucson | July 11, 2011 at 09:58 AM
Happy Belated Birthday Melis!
It sounds like you are thoroughly enjoying summer! Such beautiful creations here today. I cant wait to see your window frame quilt blocks all together.I predict It will be nothing short of magical.
Posted by: Rebekah F | July 11, 2011 at 12:17 PM
No matter how hard I try, I cannot pick a favourite! Love them all!! Belated happy birthday, my dear friend. I'm so glad that you have had such a wonderful birthday.
Posted by: Ali Behan | July 11, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Melissa,
I am always so amazed at the beautiful things you create, and the number of things, too! I have been wondering...how do you stay so motivated and inspired? What inspires you? I would love to hear back from you, because I have struggled a little with this lately. I don't comment often, but do visit regularly...and as I said, I think your work is stunning!
Have a delightful week. If you get a chance, please email me... junktojoyshop@yahoo.com
Thanks!
Hugs,
Becky
Posted by: Becky | July 11, 2011 at 07:23 PM
Melissa, I just want you to know how delightful I find you. You are such a talented lady, touching so many lives with your beautiful artwork, and yet, so down to earth. Your quilt blocks are amazing, and inspiring!
Posted by: Val P | July 12, 2011 at 06:18 AM
Beautiful! I love the sweet little birds and all of the great layers on the heart!
Kimberly
Posted by: Kimberly | July 12, 2011 at 09:36 AM
oh sigh! Such beauty you create.. Thanks for the eye candy !
Posted by: Renee | July 12, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Beautiful cards !
Posted by: Annar | July 12, 2011 at 01:17 PM
It sounds that you are truly enjoying a wonderful summer :). Just like us...
This art block is just as gorgeous as the previous ones and I know it will be a stunner once you displayed them all together in an old frame... And your cards; they are stunning. As usual...
Posted by: Stella | July 13, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Oh these are so gorgeous, Melissa! Your summer sounds just like mine - it's flying by so fast and we just got back from seeing my family, now are getting ready for a trip to the ocean! lol :) Busy hearts are happy hearts!
Hugs,
Dani
Posted by: Danielle Flanders | July 20, 2011 at 06:53 AM