i've been gone forever.

I didn't anticipate it, but I've been gone forever (thanks to those who have sent emails/comments inquiring about me).  We welcomed our new baby girl, Elsie, into our home on January 12th, and she has been such a delight.  She is so beautiful, and the kids love her.  She was a tiny thing weighing 6lbs 2 oz at birth, but has grown so much over the past few months.

She's 3 months old now, and I am finally starting to feel like we have some order in our home.  Routine has returned, and she is a welcome friend.

I have found little bits of time here and there to quilt, and even finished up my One Block Over quilting bee quilt.  I love this quilt, it's busy and colorful and fun.  

I quilted scallops, which is new for me, and they aren't perfect, but I like them.  I'll definitely be trying them again.  I had intended for them to be more like hills instead of valleys, but I was almost half-way finished before I realized they were going the wrong way, and there was no way I was starting over.  I think they look like roof shingles, so it fits in nicely with the theme--that's what I tell myself.

my favorite part of this quilt is probably the backing.  Growing up, my sister had a quilt with this print on it (but red).  it's Hollie Hobbie and totally adorable.  I found a steal on ebay, and snatched up 4 yards. 

 bound in a dark blue.