I can't believe my luck in finding these books the perfect balance of the basics and inspiration to take it to the next level. So far I have tentative plans for three quilts. In my basement I found a kit for making a quilt, with all precut shapes that my grandmother must have given to my mother years and years ago. Next I was thinking of making a blanket out of some old t-shirts. These two quilts are practice for my ultimate goal. That is to take my fathers clothes and turn them into a quilt. My father passed away a few months ago now. My dad was a taxidermist/artist and hunter. I thought it would be a beautiful way to remember him. Taking the colors and textures of his wardrobe and combining them into a blanket that can be used for comfort as well as remembrance.
I say these are my plans but who knows when it will actually be accomplished it may not be for a while. So far this summer I've been busy working my butt off at summer camp coming up with lesson plans for boys and a few girls ages 5 to 9. It's been a challenge, but good one. I might try to put together some of the projects me and my mom have come up with into a book.
Maybe I'm biting off more than I can chew but it's better than being board. :)
