New Orleans House Project

Monday, February 1, 2016

Quilty 365 Runs Rings Around January

Quilty 365 is still in full swing at my house.  I'm really enjoying marking each day in fabric - using holidays, birthdays, moods, weather or just whimsy to inspire the day's circle.  Yesterday marked Day 87 of this fabric journey.
 
Here are my latest blocks, laid out following January's calendar page.  If they look a little dark, that's because many were chosen to reflect the January weather, which is often dark, dreary and rainy here.

Starting on January 7th - the Feast of the Epiphany - New Orleans moves into Carnival mode.  I chose to recognize the Carnival season by working in some  circles in the colors of Mardi Gras: purple, green and gold.

A few of my fabric selections wanted to play a little.

 
A couple of fabrics marked special occasions - like the blue on the lower right, which I chose for the passing of Winter Storm Jonas.

I'm still enjoying the moments of serenity each day when I pick my fabric and sit down to do some hand stitching.  It's a soothing process that is great for my mental health!  I may add machine applique to my repertoire, if only to ease some of the strain I've been putting on my wrists with other hand-stitching projects.
For more Quilt 365 circles, visit the linky party at Quilty Folk.  Maybe you'll be inspired to stitch some circles of your own!



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18 comments:

  1. LesleyFebruary 1, 2016 at 8:45 PM

    Your circles are looking wonderful. Love seeing the variety of fabrics being used for the circles and the backgrounds!

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  2. MaryFebruary 1, 2016 at 9:02 PM

    I love your use of Carnival colors. Your circles are looking great!

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  3. gayleFebruary 1, 2016 at 9:15 PM

    I'm enjoying that quiet time, too.
    I love the Mardi Gras colors sneaking in!

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  4. tink's momFebruary 2, 2016 at 1:20 AM

    Love your blocks. YOu are right about how calming this process is.

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  5. Quilting BabciaFebruary 2, 2016 at 5:04 AM

    Your fabric selections are perfect for your January days, I especially love the Carnival and Jonas selections.

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  6. BarbFebruary 2, 2016 at 6:13 AM

    wee! your circles are so fun to see.

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  7. KarenFebruary 2, 2016 at 6:57 AM

    So much fun to see your journey through the seasons.

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  8. Wendy Caton ReedFebruary 2, 2016 at 9:05 AM

    Yummy! I love how you are mixing up the sizes.

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  9. DianeFebruary 2, 2016 at 11:58 AM

    Wow, these are awesome. Obviously the Mardi Gras blocks are my favorite but I like the stories that go with each one. And the tiny circles are so fun!

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  10. audreyFebruary 2, 2016 at 12:45 PM

    Love that purple/green plaid circle esp.! It really is a relaxing little bit of stitching.:)

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  11. Shasta MatovaFebruary 2, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    These circles are beautiful. I like the variety of all your fabric choices and how they tell a story.

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  12. KyleFebruary 2, 2016 at 5:19 PM

    You've chosen some super cute fabrics.

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  13. KajaFebruary 3, 2016 at 2:13 AM

    It is nice to have a rhythm to a project, isn't it? I like your Mardi Gras circles.

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  14. DebbieFebruary 3, 2016 at 6:17 AM

    wonderful selections....I recognize a couple of these fabrics:)

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  15. SarahFebruary 3, 2016 at 9:43 AM

    Wow these look so good and I'm enjoying reading about your circle journey!

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  16. Cynthia@wabi-sabi-quiltsFebruary 4, 2016 at 5:55 AM

    These circles are so lovely! (And by the way I love your blog name and blog header - cool map!)

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  17. PauletteFebruary 4, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    Gee Angie, you've got some awesome circles! Very vibrant and colorful!

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  18. liniecatFebruary 4, 2016 at 4:25 PM

    Fabulous circles, love the mardi gras homage colours too!

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