This UFO quilt, number nine - Black and White was part of a Reach for the Stars - Middle of the Mitten Quilt Shop Hop 2010. My fellow quilting friends and I drove around Michigan one weekend to nine different shops picking up quilt block patterns to assemble this quilt. There was no set design for arranging the blocks - so this is my final layout.
I quilted Black and White last week and like the other quilts it's a keeper. Wish I had the skills to finish these quilts sooner. But later is working. This will be a perfect bridal shower gift for my niece.
Since this Shop Hop a couple of these quilt shops are no longer in business. It saddens me when one closes. I try my best to support my local shops and I do spend money monthly at these shops. There is nothing greater than going in their shops and seeing all the wonderful displays and actually being able to touch and match up fabrics. I know shopping on the internet is convenient and usually a little cheaper, but it isn't the same experience. Plus, the employees are always so great to share quilting ideas with.
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