"Make what you want to make, and make it the way you want to make it." Gwen Marston

Saturday, June 18, 2016

Alphabets and Finger Lakes

It's time for the alphabets again - RSC, GG, FNSI......

I'm using aqua/teal for this month's RSC16 color.  And making my usual blocks.  I never thought I would like making string blocks, but I do!  They're so ugly as you're making them, and then when they're trimmed up, they become beautiful!

I had several blue strips left over from a previous month, so I sewed them together and made DH a dresser scarf.  I don't have a picture of that on my camera, so you'll just have to take my word for it.

FNSI found me sewing some little hexies.  I didn't make all these on Friday night, but I did make a couple of them.  I need 56 for my project, and have about 18 made so far.
My block for GG (Gifted Gorgeousness) was quick and easy this month.  Now that I'm past the halfway point, I'm anxious to finish the stitcheries and put the quilt together.  Stay tuned for further developments.
We've run away from home for a few days, for what has now become an annual trek to the Finger Lakes.  I miss being able to visit Di, since she moved away last year, but still enjoy the beauty of the area.  Here are some of the sights around Keuka Lake today.





On to Ithaca and Cayuga Lake tomorrow.  For now, I need to go do some stitching!

~~~~~Sunny~~~~~

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21 comments:

  1. AnonymousSun Jun 19, 12:24:00 AM 2016

    Lovely work Sunny and boy love those pics at Fingers lakes,hope you have a lovely day my friend :)

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  2. Chookyblue......Sun Jun 19, 02:09:00 AM 2016

    What a beautiful spot to visit.....

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  3. FionaSun Jun 19, 02:19:00 AM 2016

    those string blocks are great... it is lovely when they get trimmed and look so smart. Lovely pictures of out and about too..
    Hugz

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  4. Christine BSun Jun 19, 05:32:00 AM 2016

    Beautiful Sunny! I hadn't made a string block before the one that was in the Splendid Sampler but it went together so quickly and I like it so much I am going to make some more... when I have time!! Beautiful hexie flowers too... love the fabrics and fussy cutting! The area you visited looks stunning! Enjoy the rest of the weekend! Christine x

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  5. Kerryp77Sun Jun 19, 06:12:00 AM 2016

    Love the hexagons, makes me want to dig my quilt out and do some. Looks like you're having a lovely break too.

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  6. MariaSun Jun 19, 06:40:00 AM 2016

    Gorgeous strings and block made from the blues/teals....
    Your hexies are very pretty Sunny.
    Finger Lakes sure a nice place to visit.
    I know you used enjoy visiting Di there. I am finding since she has the new computer my emails to her bounce.😪 Can you email her ok?

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  7. The Joyful QuilterSun Jun 19, 08:34:00 AM 2016

    Such a wonderful selection of AQUA/TEAL in your RSC blocks. Keep up the good work!! It's hard to believe that the year is nearly half over.

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  8. Kathy ... aka NanaSun Jun 19, 09:01:00 AM 2016

    What gorgeous blocks! And the pictures you shared of the Finger Lakes area are spectacular ... makes me want to take a road trip somewhere, anywhere.

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  9. JoSun Jun 19, 09:02:00 AM 2016

    Your HEXIES are pretty. Love the scenery photos too

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  10. Needled MomSun Jun 19, 09:39:00 AM 2016

    I love the string blocks in the aquas. That is such a calming color. Your hexies are so sweet too.

    It looks like it was a wonderful little drive. I'd love to be riding in that old car.

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  11. LuAnnSun Jun 19, 01:07:00 PM 2016

    I love it all especially your hexagons. It looks like you are on a get away in a beautiful place.

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  12. QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DISun Jun 19, 02:03:00 PM 2016

    I have been bad and not done my dress for last month or this month--need to get on the stick as they say--maybe tomorrow!! love your string blocks--and those photos of your trip are just beautiful this year==you did miss the big raggata cardboard boat races in WG this week end though!!!!
    keep the photos coming--
    love di

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  13. PaulaB quiltsSun Jun 19, 07:50:00 PM 2016

    I have not tried string blocks yet, but always admire the way they come together. Are those wild geraniums? I saw some. Recently here in Wisconsin, lining the side of the shady road.

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  14. LeanneSun Jun 19, 10:41:00 PM 2016

    Beautiful photos Sunny, Love your projects.

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  15. Karen SMon Jun 20, 03:07:00 AM 2016

    Lovely work with the aqua. I especially like the string blocks for this one.
    Your hexie pile is growing and the embroidery piece is pretty.
    The area around the lakes looks lovely.

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  16. AntheaMon Jun 20, 09:24:00 AM 2016

    what a pretty spot Sunny... and great string blocks too... well done.x

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  17. ElfieMon Jun 20, 10:40:00 AM 2016

    Lovely photos.

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  18. Linda in Arkansas Thu Jun 23, 05:25:00 PM 2016

    Oh - so pretty. You are so lucky to go there. I love those pink hexies. I don't think I have any pink material. Hmmm....maybe I should try shopping a little more.

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  19. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameTue Jun 28, 02:32:00 PM 2016

    Thanks for taking part in GG this month. I love the stripy blocks you made.

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  20. Deb RMon Jul 25, 04:39:00 AM 2016

    love the stripy blocks too!

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  21. newsurfiegirlMon Jul 25, 10:00:00 AM 2016

    Love your string blocks and your hexie flowers. Looks like a great place to visit hope you enjoyed your break.

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