Patchwork of the Crosses – Lilacs in the Spring

For some reason, this block says lilacs in spring to me. Here I go again — this may be my favourite for today, at least.

I did a small exchange with Terri at Purple and Paisley of goodies related to stitching, quilting and crocheting. In the package I received I got all these glorious DMC flosses, some of which will be used in the Mary Wigham sampler, some floss cards, floss project cards and the appropriate-sized needles. I love these floss colours — all very cheerful.

Tucked in with the other items were these buttons. They’re absolutely adorable — the faces on the cats are priceless! Mr. Quilt Obsession immediately asked if they were for him!


Wednesday was pretty overcast and, once again, rather cool for July. This is definitely turning into the summer that wasn’t. A long-range forecast I heard Wednesday night indicates August isn’t going to be much warmer than July has been. I suppose the thing to hope for at this point is a warmer than usual September.

Smudge stretched out on the sofa.

Lester draped on the chair.

11 thoughts on “Patchwork of the Crosses – Lilacs in the Spring

  1. I love your purple block. Boy those goodies you received from Terri are just beautiful. I feel your pain about the summer. This is definitely the summer that wasn't. Still no name for our kitty, but we are working on it.

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  2. I love the painterly print in with the others and yes it does seem like lilacs.I am enjoying this cooler than normal summer with the windows open every day and a/c bill. I'll send the extreme heat your way if we get any.

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  3. Your latest block is lovely.And just on what, pray tell, would Mr. Quilt Obsession put those buttons, hmmmm??? And if he does, I want to see him wearing it!

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  4. I love the block, as always.The buttons are cute. I keep buying buttons, & dont seem to be using them. I must get back to some applique!dont often see Lester off his windowsill! Smudge looks so cuddly.

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  5. It HAS been an odd summer, hasn't it? So much for global warming–though I hear they've changed the term to "climate change" now, to cover their tushes.That's a great name choice for this block.

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