Little did I know but this idea of making a 'one and only quilt' has turned into a wonderful hobby, a passion, something I'd love to do all day everyday if I could!
The making of this quilt took over 10 years and within this time saw some huge life changes.
- My 16 year relationship broke up - devastation hit!
- I pretty much moved into 'our' first home alone - sadness!
- Within a month I fell in love with my soul mate - miracle!
- Within weeks my G.P advised me to change my circle of friends. I was having life threatening allergies to my soul mates' horses - frightening!
- Within weeks my soul mate had proposed - pure joy!
- Within a month of that I was diagnosed with cancer - terror!
- Within a month of that I had radical neck surgery - absolute horror!
- Within 3 months I was having radioactive therapy - vomit!
- Within 9 months I had further surgery - lowest of the lows!
But I am proud to say that with the help and encouragement of my dear friend Maggie, the Snowy Mountains Quilters and my fiance, I finished my quilt. Maggie entered my quilt in the Dalgety Show before I had even finished. Much to my shock and absolute delight, I got 1st prize in the 'Machine pieced, professionally quilted' section. It was a very proud moment - a life highlight that I will never forget. There's so much more to the story but that's it in a nutshell.
The quilt that I couldn't even look at without crying after my relationship breakup turned into a quilt that I absolutely cherish and love. It tells me a story of where I've been, the highs and lows I've been through and how it's possible to come out the other side with the support and care of those you love around you.
Here it is. I hope you like it. All comments welcome and appreciated!
Oh and my label on the back says "Love grows in happy hearts"
It's very lovely, but i bet even if it weren't, it would still be beautiful in your eyes. How special the memories we link to some of our quilts!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lindi. Yes, it took me a long time to find the love but it holds very special memories for me now. Thank you for visiting my blog! Do come again!
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