Wednesday 1 July 2009

At last I can show you what was in the box!

Before the wedding I posted a picture of a beautifully wrapped package in a golden box adorned with dragon-flies. I couldn't reveal what was inside because my wonderful Mother-in-law sometimes looks at my blog. Amidst the final weeks preparation for our wedding I decided to make quilts for my mum and Tony's, these are the results.

Every stitch is stitched with love, warmth and care especially for these two fantastic women who I am lucky to have in my life.


This quilt is for my Mum-in-Law who is so supportive and caring, she is a real gem and I love having someone in my life who is as equally passionate about creating art.
The church where Tony and I married is in the background.



My Mum's quilt. Thank you mum for all you have done for me and for always being there, no matter what.



I free motion quilted a rose design in each of the 49 blocks.


I love the two ladies that I made these quilts for. One for giving life to me and the other for giving life to the most perfect person in my life, my husband Tony.
Thank you.






16 comments:

vivi said...

caroline:
i just can't close my mouth, these quilts are lovely!
i like the colours you chose soooooo much
guess your mum and mother in law must be happy
big kiss from argentina

Julie said...

wow! what sweet thoughtful gifts for these 2 wonderful women in your life. i'm sure they will cherish them forever.
you've done a beautiful job.
hugs,
julie

Vicki W said...

What lovely gifts and sentiments!

Gina said...

What stunning quilts and made with so much love

Love and hugs Gina xxx

loulee said...

Beautiful beautiful gifts for two very important and special ladies. I'm sure they will love them.

Zlaty said...

Very thoughtful and special gifts!
I am sure they love them and you!

I love both quilts and you did an amazing job piecing and quilting them!

Happy Summer Mrs!

Zlaty :)

sewkalico said...

Wow! What stunning quilts. I'm sure they'll be cherised.

Anonymous said...

Oh Caroline, they are gorgeous.
So much detail. I'm sure they both love them and how fun to be calling Tony "My Husband" now. xx

Joy said...

So beautiful Caroline!!! I have no doubt your Mum and Mum-in-law will be thrilled to bits with your very thoughtful gifts.
Hugs,
Joy :o)

Sew Create It - Jane said...

Gorgeous quilts and beautiful post with such loving sentiments. I bet they were thrilled to receive them.

Love the photography too...very pretty.

Lynda said...

Wow! Those quilts are beautiful! Which do I like the best? Can't choose!

Betsy said...

They are beautiful and I am sure will be very well received.

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful quilts Caroline, and such soft delicate shades. Love the wedding photo's, hope your enjoying being a Mrs.

Kim said...

A bit of sweetness these quilts are. They are beautiful expressions of love and thanks.

Chookyblue...... said...

beautiful quilts...........

Julie said...

Oh Caroline, such beautiful quilts. I love the fabrics you have chosen and the designs are simply stunning! Your mother and MIL are as lucky to have you as you are to have them!