Last quilt of 2009

I have just finished a quilt which I have made from a donated UFO of half square triangles. I put a nice turquoise border round it, and then a wider border of clowns. The whole thing was finished off with a turquoise binding. Unless someone comes round with quilts for me today (very unlkely, I should think!), this quilt will be the last one for 2009, and brings our grand total for the year to 245 quilts! I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have made quilts, made blocks, donated tops, orphan blocks or fabric to Linus, or donated 'stuff' for my rummage box. I would also like to thank those who have been so generous in buying the contents of the box, as without you, there would be no money to buy wadding, stamps or cards. You are all wonderful people, and have played your part in giving comfort to children in need of a hug! Thank you very much!

Women's Aid

Yesterday I braved the Christmas shopping crowds in Leicester to deliver 30 quilts to Leicester Women's Aid. Here they are all parcelled up and ready to go.

The ladies were delighted to get them, as they will use them as Christmas presents for the children in the Leicester and Hinckley Women's Refuges and also for some children on outreach.

Lin Wells insisted on showing the front and back of this lovely quilt, as she felt that both were so pretty!

I am lucky that so many people support Project LInus, both by making quilts and blocks, but also by donating fabric and tother items, some of which I sell to make money for buying wadding. Recently I have had a donation from the High Sherif of Warwickshire, no less!

When she visited my workplace, we have a display about Linus, and she said she would see what she could find to help. She duely returned with a large bag with fabric suitable for blocks and backing, and lots of items to sell, inclluding buttons, embroidery threads, wool, lace and some gorgeous small fabric samples, which would be great for book covers or bags. Thanks Lindy!