I bet that was a journey. On the one hand, it's finally finished. On the other hand, there are no more to do and remind you of her.

bkay

p.s. That embroidery is gorgeous.

All i can say is WOW! Those flowers are something else.

I have many boxes of my mothers in my sewing room waiting for me. THey include many items from my quilting grandmothers.

RNMom, my maternal grandmother did tatting (which she taught me) and I think she did embroidery, but she wasn’t a quilter. I don’t know where my mom learned to quilt.

Your mom's embroidery is fantastic! How sweet of you to make the blocks into a wall hanging that can be treasured by generations of your family. I always feel so sad when I see unfinished projects languishing in thrift shops.

Beautiful needlework on both your parts. You have truly honored your talented mother, msmeow.

I'm really intrigued by the stitch your mother has used for the stems, as it's one I have not seen before.

colleen--it's called a split stitch.

Thanks, Rho! I don’t think I knew the name of it, either. It almost looks like a tiny chain stitch.

Donna, wonderful work, firstly by your mother and then by you.

I envy you the chance to touch, hold and feel your mother in her work. My mother knew she was ’not long for this world’ and cleaned and cleared, leaving none of her work behind. Blessings on you for completing these pieces of her stitching.

Theresa

Donna, What a wonderful legacy! The embroidery is beautiful and you did a great job completing the quilt.

I still have boxes of my mom's stuff that I haven't tackled yet, but will get to it someday.

Sue

Donna, what a beautiful piece! Your mother's embroidery is exquisite and the fabrics you chose to complete it are absolutely perfect! What a special bond to share with your mother. My mother did not quilt, but my sister and I enjoy getting together when ever and where ever we can to share in the art.

Char in Carriacou