Signature Quilts

Have you ever been lucky enough to wrap yourself in a signature quilt made especially for you? Several years ago, my very dear friend, Lisa, made me this quilt when I moved from Maine to Michigan. There are signatures from 3 local guilds and the state guild. It's my favorite - it helped me through my move, divorce, family trials, health issues. Wrapped in love!

This is my favorite block. It's made by my dear friend, Ann Reed, the Appliqué Queen! Love the ruched flowers!

I'm thinking of signature blocks today because I finished my block for Kaaren (see sidebar). I kept practicing my signature over and over again, but I'm never thrilled with it on the final block. Oh, well. I think Kaaren will still like it.

Have you made one for Kaaren yet? Even if you don't know her, she's a generous quilt blogger who could use being wrapped in love right now.

Happy Stitchin'
Elisa

Quilts for Kaaren

Did you notice the "Quilts for Kaaren" button on the left?  Allie-Oops and friends are organizing a signature block drive for Kaaren of the Painted Quilt.  Kaaren, undergoing some health problems, is a generous quilter - you may have seen her adorable (and free) Raggedy Ann & Andy BOM on her site.

If you'd like to donate a simple square-in-square signature block, click here to see Allie's tutorial.  Allie would like to receive your blocks by July 15th.

Be part of the amazing quilting community that always supports - always gives back!

Elisa

P.s. While on Allie's site, make sure you download the pattern to the absolutely adorable embroidery, the Sheltering Tree.