Have YOU Ever had to get Your Ox Out Of the Ditch?
What??? You've never heard that expression before?
It's Biblical you know...on the Sabbath it was against Jewish Law for a Jew to do work of ANY KIND.
HOWEVER...
IF your Ox got stuck in a ditch on your way back from synagogue it was OK to "get your ox out of the ditch" without being put in some dark, dank, and dismal dungeon...I don't know if they had prisons or dungeons but the *d* word played much better in my allegory.
Back to my original thought process...
I've been quite busy the last few days what with canning, housework, and taking care of my daughter
writing an inspirational post much less highlighting some stunning stitchery
just wasn't going to be in the cards for today's post.
Gmama Jane had several oxen to get out of her ditch!
SEW...allow me to show you some quilts from Quiltfest in Pigeon Forge, Tenn, this past March. I know I've already shown some of these quilts but it's been awhile and one can never look too many times at a gorgeous quilt. One or two are mine but you will be able to tell the difference.........Trust Me!!
I am a Quilter but I quilt for the sheer joy and relaxation it gives me, not for any judging, exhibits, or display. Mine are the kind of quilts you curl up with in your favorite chair with a cup of tea/coffee. If my dog Lucy sheds on them, I can throw them in the washing machine. My quilts make for great porch sitting when there's a chill in the air or put down for Concert's in the Park.
Enjoy!
Handpainted flowers!!!
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| Card Trick |
Strip Quilt
Love these colors, don't you?
This oriental themed quilt had incredible quilting
A Student made this quilt as a gift to his Math teacher
A Winner!
These autumn colors make me yearn for cool weather!
We're BURNING up in Alabama.
AAH...remember the SNOW??
The good ol Days of winter!
An orphan block made into a mug rug!
The Queen size Quilt
that I've needed to Hand Quilt for
TWO YEARS!! SHAME on me!
Quilt made from #1 Husband's Grandmother's House Dresses
It's THE most favorite quilt in the house as you can tell. I'm going to do some repair work ASAP
AND NOW A REMINDER....
Aug.11th Thursday
I will choose a winner from all the followers who have
1.Commented on my blog since Aug. 1st AND
2. Become a follower of Stash Manicure, Commented, and told me so!
BLESSINGS
GMAMA JANE
I can't remember when I commented - lol - But I know I have been here ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd who wouldn't be following Stash Manicure right now - awesome campaign she has going on !!
The book looks like it would be wonderful !!
Thank you for the Giveaway ;)
Thank you for those lovely quilt show pictures! Love the "getting my ox out of the ditch" expression too. Stash Manicure is a great site, I can't remember how long I have been following although it's been a while - but I am not a beginning quilter so I will disqualify myself from this giveaway, as that wonderful book should go to someone who is starting out. Goodness knows I don't need any more books to tempt me *grin*
ReplyDeleteThose were nice to look at. I am like you...no care to have mine judged, just want them loved!
ReplyDeleteGood ol days of winter??? Maybe we don't have as much in common as I thought! ;o) I was just wishing that I could flip the calendar back to July!
ReplyDeleteYes, I am a follower of Stash Manicure. What lovely quilts. My favorit is the Card Trick. Beautifull.
ReplyDeleteI too am a follower of Stash Manicure! I too was completely taken with your 'card-trick' quilt! I cannot see myself ever being that clever but I truly dolove all of the wonderful quilts you show! Love your humor!
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower of yours...and one of Stash Manicure! I'm enjoying your blog! Thanks! ♥
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