Cabbages and Roses – Comfort Quilting
I had almost made my mind up not to start anything new and only work on existing projects, but there’s something rather sad and not very creative about making a decision like that. It’s almost saying that my will-power should be stronger than my creativity – and I think that would be rather a bad thing, if I’m honest.
I’m also finding it rather depressing being stuck at home – the weather is dark and miserable, doing anything hurts and of course I can’t do any of the active things I love. Even sitting at a table with my knee at a right angle is only possible for a minute or two before I have to go back to the sofa. I’m certainly also missing all the endorphins that normally course through my body keeping me happy and upbeat. I’ve noticed that I’m actually retreating into myself a bit, hiding away and hibernating even more than I normally do at this time of year. Not good. And I don’t want it to turn into anything more serious.
Things are also reaching a critical phase for the teenagers as the end of the semester looms. It’s REALLY critical for my two girls – more about that another day – which means it’s unbelievably stressful for me, especially as I don’t have a lot to take my mind off it all right now.
Which is why I’m going to embark on something I’ve been thinking about for a while – a quilt for me – for our bed, in fabric that speaks to me, lots of stars and a pattern that is totally within my comfort zone.
In short – a comfort quilting project.
Even better, it’s all from my stash.
What’s not to like?
Cabbage and Roses Northcote Range and in all probability Carrie Nelson’s Eventide pattern.
I’m a great believer in being kind to myself when things aren’t going great. So this is it. My little kindness to myself.
Helen
January 25th, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I knew as soon as I saw the first photo that I was going to love whatever you’ll make. I can picture it now – so lovely, Helen. I will be praying for healing, help for all necessary things, and joy for you. xxoo
January 25th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
Lovely job of shopping your stash – and I think that the pattern is a good choice.
Hope that working on this new project will help to take your mind off the pain for a while (if that is possible).
Sending healing thoughts your way,
🙂
January 25th, 2012 at 9:30 pm
Enjoy! & I hope it cheers you up. I think I might need to join you in being kind to myself as I’m feeling stressed and depressed at present (work!!!!)
January 25th, 2012 at 9:58 pm
Good luck to your girls. I just gave grades to a bunch of seniors here – not as final as the system in Switzerland, but still stressful from the giving end as well as the receiving. I wish you all the best.
January 25th, 2012 at 11:23 pm
I have the layer cake of Cabbages & Roses, so can`t wait to see what you do with it!
January 26th, 2012 at 3:34 am
Poor you! It sound like you suffering from a bout of cabin fever! I hope your knee is improving but in the meantime, there’s no better medicine than a spot of quilting. Just looking at those beautiful fabrics makes one feel better. And try not to get too stressed about the “Zeugnisse” (I know it’s easier said than done) but in the end it doesn’t help either you nor the girls.
January 26th, 2012 at 8:15 am
I agree with treating yourself well and taking care of yourself, even if that means giving in to temptation. The fabrics are lovely and if they make you happy you deserve to do this right now. I’m still thinking about you and hope the knee will let up soon.
January 26th, 2012 at 8:32 am
Quietly quilting is better than quietly worrying. I hope the sewing soothes you, and that your girls do well so they can continue on their chosen path. Best of luck to them.
January 28th, 2012 at 6:16 pm
Looking forward to seeing this. I love those fabrics. Glad you’re not averse to being kind to yourself. Keep it up.