Busy few weeks

What a busy few weeks. It started out with our Jenny getting baptized. On Feb 28 she entered the waters of baptism with her Dad. It was such a special day for her. She looked so sweet in her new white dress. We went to the fabric store in January and she picked out the pattern and the fabric. You can't tell from the picture, but the fabric sparkles.Here she is with Katie and Madie. They sure do love their Jenny.

Last Friday was the beginning of Chandler's spring intersession. I flew out that afternoon and spent 5 days with Lori and Justin. We had so much fun. Saturday we started out the day at a farmers market. We got strawberries, honey, and pomegranate jelly. Then it was off to "Old Sacramento". We shopped and had lunch at a quaint little cafe. It was one of the few sunny days during my visit. Sunday was church. I got to join Lori and Justin in the ward choir. They both spoke in Sacrament meeting, and did a wonderful job. Lori was called as the Young Women's President. The rest of the time was spent going to fabric stores and baking. Time to fly home came so quickly. Next time I hope Ron can join me.

I finished the quilt for Dustin and Sarah's new baby the day before I went to Sacramento.

I got home Wednesday evening, and Samuel Casper Maroney joined our family Thursday March 15th at 4:54 PM. He is 7lbs 8oz and 20 inches long. He looks just like his Dad and big brother Benjamin.

Our Ashley is having complication with this pregnancy and is on bed rest. So Zach, Ron and I are picking up the slack. So I will be staying pretty busy for the foreseeable future.

What Happened to February?

Wow even with an extra day February flew by. I guess that is why no one else posted pictures of the February blocks of the month. Well I did not like my chunky chevron at all. So I did a new one. I am much happier. What do you think?

A few words of advice for the February blocks. If you use the magic triangle technique cut your starting square a 1/2 bigger than the directions call for. Also many people posted that it was hard to work with because that left you with a square with bias edges. When you press the square open use spray starch. It helps keep the block square when you sew them together.


I did the March blocks last night. I must say I think they are a lot more fun than the February squares. My advise, follow Amy's advise. Don't over think which strip comes next. Make it random and fun.

Okay quilt partners. Lets see your February and March blocks.