Completed Quilt from Hive 4 in 2016

I was Queen Bee in September, 2016. I received these great blocks and had the top completed for a while, but just got around to quilting and binding it. Thanks for all who sent in blocks. Now to work on my 2017 blocks!

-Gayle

Hive 5 August blocks for Kristi.  Not the best winky on the blocks.

Finished quilt from last year's group.  And it won 3rd place in the "Viewer's Choice" category at our quilt show.  Thank you all!

Completed Quilt Top from 2016

     I've got a finished quilt top from last years stash bee.

     
     Last year I chose the Circle of Squares or Circle of Friends block for my month.  I received lots of blocks and I finally got the top together with some of the blocks. I have a few left over so I'll be making a second top as well.   I hope to get this one quilted soon.

Lisa J.  currently in Hive 3.  Don't remember what Hive I was in last year.

2016 Finish For Hive 1...

I finally finished my 2016 quilt from when I was part of Hive 1. This quilt was inspired by a friend who give me a quilt kit that she decided she didn't want to make. The kit was full of traditional fabrics in blues and yellow with a very simple beginning quilter pattern. I told my friend I would take the kit and make a quilt for her but I would most likely not use the pattern. She agreed, with the condition that she is going to donate the quilt to a worthy charity. When I signed up for the Stash Bee last year I decided to use the Tic Tac Toe pattern and I thought this would be a great way to get more blocks to make a larger quilt. It certainly turned into a bright, cheery, and not so traditional quilt that should make someone smile. The blues and yellows certainly feel like summer to me. Of course, little Katrina wanted in on the photo shoot.

Hive 7 Finished Quilt 2016 Sherry

I am posting this picture for Sherry . It is her finished quilt from Hive 7 2016 block swap. I have included the link for her blogpage also. http://sewverysherryv.blogspot.com/

2016 Hive 4 Finish

I'm very happy to share this luscious "springy"quilt.  I asked my bee mates to fussy cut a center of anything that makes them happy and complete the block in low volume scrappy log cabin frames.  I think this was one of the most enjoyable quilts I have ever quilted as all the fabrics were so sweet and full of so many surprises.  Love that so many animals were included in the blocks.  This one is a keeper, and I will treasure it always.  Thank you bee mates.  I love being part of such a delightful and talented group of virtual friends!

2016 Stash Bee finish

My 2016 Stash Bee quilt is complete!

Modern Stars:

Brought to you by Hive 1: 2016.

A 2016 Stash Bee finish!

My Stash Bee quilt from last year is finished!  Yay!  It is quilted, bound AND labeled!  Woo hoo!  And I could not love it more!

This quilt is HUGE and so I can't get the whole thing in a picture without my quilt holders.  But trust me it is awesome!  so fun to look at all the fun fabrics.  Thank you to all my beemates who contributed to this beauty.  And check out the quilting.  I wanted something that looked like thread was unspooling all over.  Nailed it!  Thank you to Cyndi at The Dancing Bobbin for the super fun quilting!

And my quilty goal this year is to label every new quilt that I make AND go back and label all of my old quilts too.

Love it!  Now I can't wait to start playing with this year's blocks!

Tracy

To those who contributed to November's Hive 2 quilt

I am so very excited.  The blocks I received from those in my hive are beautiful and two angels were very generous to add to my quilt, as well.  I hope to assemble the quilt top next week.  I can't wait to see the ribbons and Friendship stars work together.  Thank you so very much!!  My Canadian and Dutch sisters added something special to their packets... I have ideas for 2017, now!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!  This year has been fun and a great learning experience.

Mary Ann

Hive 4 November block: pink and orange and Tula Pink

Hi stash bee friends, I am clearly losing my mind, because I remember writing this post. But I went to check on it, and I could not find it.

I loved making this block. The colors were really fun, the block pattern is interesting but it was pretty simple to put together, and you can't go wrong with Tula pink. With these color choices, and Julie's mentioned that she liked Tula pink, I just knew that I had the perfect fabric for the middle of this block. I have a "thing" for owls, and I'm glad I got to share some of them this month.

Hive 3: Holiday Wreaths Quilt Finish

Hello Hive 3! I can't thank you enough for helping me this year with my holiday wreath quilt. I was able to hop onto my friend's long arm a few weeks ago and quilt it and I bound it this past weekend. I absolutely LOVE it!

You can check out a few more pictures on my blog here.

Hive 1 October Angel Blocks

I was asked to make 2 Angel blocks for Tanyia. I really like using my stash and had to dig a bit to find fabrics that would work.  Then I made sure to make some notes about which fabrics for which geese and was happy when it all came together.  At least until I looked at the picture.

I looked and looked but I knew something was just not right about it...

So, my seam ripper and I had some quality time together and now it's all better.

I'll be sending this along soon!

Happy Quilting!

Hive 2 for October and November and Hive 7 Angel block

I completely forgot that I did not post about my blocks for October and November!  But, according to my tracking numbers the blocks were received so here are the pictures:

There were two blocks for October:

And, it does not appear that I took a picture of the November block. . . . unless it is on my iPad!

Bummer!

I will have to check and if it is there I will edit this post to add it.

I volunteered to do an Angel block for Hive 7. . . . and this was a definite stretch to my "comfort zone" as far as colors. . . but it was fun and I hope that it can be used in her quilt.

I had fun this past year with the swap and hope that I can make it into another Hive for next year.

Happy quilting,

Sherry V.

Angel Block for Hive 2

I heard the call for a block angel and quickly offered.  So many have given extra to me and I wanted to pay it forward.  Fortunately, I had a free weekend and the right colors in my collection.

I love the blue and yellow combination.  You know what that means, another idea on the list!

To late.......

....but she knows the block is on its way.

I don't think it is the best position to be the queen bee from November.

As like others I too was busy with other things than the Stash Bee block.

So sorry Mary Ann, the block went on the mail yesterday.

Here are the pictures.

It is an easy block to make. I used some tools to make it more easy for me.

A little bit of chain sewing.

The trash from cutting the squares the right size.

Loving it when everything goes so smoothly.

Mary Ann hope you like youre block?

Thanks to all the ladies who made this a great event.

It was great to be part of this.

For every one have a nice Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Warm regards from Holland ♥

Angel blocks for Hive 2 September

I was asked to make two angel blocks for Hive 2, and was happy to oblige!  The only problem was finding two colors I had 8 different fabrics in large enough pieces.  My stash took a real hit making blocks for the #quiltsforpulse project, and I am slowly rebuilding.  I had a ton of blue, but it appeared so did everyone else, so I went with orange and yellow:

The center top block on the orange looks yellowy but it is orange in real life. albeit a lighter shade than its neighbors.  

I'll get these in the mail tomorrow!

November Hive 6 Blocks for Karen

Hi all. Here are Karen's November blocks. They went together super fast and I loved the colors she chose. These blocks are already on their way.

This was a fun year.  Thanks all for an awesome hive!

Stephanie's November Blocks

Just under the wire!! Phew!!  Autumn is so beautiful, as the colors of leaves are exposed and nature shows off. I liked sewing these blocks. MQC is tried and true, and all of these stars sparkle. Here you go , Stephanie, and Happy Anniversary! (slightly belated...) This has been a wonderful hive, all of you so generous and talented. Hugs, Jane Holbrook

Hive 1 block for Cheri

My last bee block of the year! :) Enjoy Cheri! I am interested to see what this looks like when it is done! I am also looking forward to Stash Bee next year! See ya then!