CARIBBEAN QUILTERS

When my 'Jelly Cakes' arrived, I felt compelled to experiment with these p re cut pieces. Jelly Cakes are 1 Layer cakes (40 - 10"square) and 1 Jelly Roll(40- 2.5" strips) There is an element of softness when working on a baby quilt. While making a baby quilt, I always marvel at one of the greatest miracles of all -a perfect healthy baby! Design by 'Carolyn' Kingston, Jamaica 2009 I experimented with the 'Jelly Rolls' 2.5" strips and had fun with the border. It worked well! Carlene continues to amaze us all with her grandson Jaimie's quilt:- Applique by Carlene, Kingston, Jamaica Please note the tractor wheel is one piece of fabric giving the illusion of the 'real' tractor wheels.....you can almost feel the wheels turning..Well done Carlene! Happy Quilting, Lots of Blessings, 'Carolyn"

There is a charm about 'old enamelware'. I bought this painting today that hangs amongst my fabrics reflecting a warmth from the past. What's missing? A fireplace and more quilts. See the Turnovers? They were such fun. Artist-Sonia Lewis-Brown, Kingston, Jamaica While assembling my quilt top to be quilted my mind usually wonders. How difficult this must be had I not been attending Yoga Classes......the poses and stretches are wonderful! Carlene has finished 'The Buggy' Block. I think it's adorable....the workmanship is amazing. Any suggestions for the sashing ? 'The Buggy' by Carlene, Kingston, Jamaica 'I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.' - by Maya Angelou Happy Quilting, 'Carolyn'

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY A mother understands what a child does not say. Jewish Proverb Quilt made by ' Carolyn' Pattern 'Quiltersnewletter' - Heaven Can Wait Fabric by Northcott Its your day, enjoy and give thanks with the smile that has filled so many hearts. God Bless you all. Happy Quilting, 'Carolyn'

Where Quilter's Create April warms the hearts of 16 ex-soldiers from ‘ Curphey Home’ in Mandeville , Jamaica last Christmas (2008). She made 16 ‘ Bandana Quilts’ Finding space to do her machine quilting was quite simple! Here is April, having removed a 'leaf' from her dinning table, she placed her chair in the middle, and quilted away with joy in her heart. Thank you April for sharing your tip and photo. Lets share our tips! Happy Quilting, 'Carolyn'

Easter Weekend has passed. In Jamaica, Good Friday is the day we indulge in our traditional 'Easter Bun and Cheese' all day! My favourite Bun this year was 'Miss Birdie' .....it was delicious. In the meantime, my Moda ‘Turnovers’ arrived. What are Turnovers? 'Turnovers' are 6" squares cut diagonally giving you 40 different 6" triangles from a Moda Fabric Designers Collection. I used Patisserie Turnovers. I was so excited and enjoyed working with the pre -cut triangles. I have now finished my quilt top and about to put it all together. Here is my quilt top. This year my goal is to applique an amazing quilt or at least begin the journey. I have not yet started, however, my Applique quilt is on my vision board! My friend Carlene, who teaches 'Applique' is in the process of making her grandson a quilt. I have asked her to share with us her blocks as she makes Jaimie's Quilt. Here is her first block. Until next time - Happy Quilting! Lots ...

Wishing you all the Blessings of Easter "God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life" As we quilt through our days lets take time to reflect on the true meaning of life and rejoice in the moment. Happy Easter, 'Carolyn'

I just love this picture! This Quilt was made for my niece from ‘Layer Cakes’. I love the fabrics and had such fun putting them together. The pattern was by Cozy Quilt Design, simple and relaxing. What are ‘Layer Cakes’ ? ‘Layer Cakes’ are a fabric line of 40 10” squares. It’s one of the many ingredients from Moda Bake Shop. I have just finished a top using ‘Layer Cakes’ and ‘Jelly Rolls’....there are also 'Honey Buns' and 'Turnovers'...I find the names so cute! Amazing idea! With these sweet ingredients make a quilt for a friend in need - “A friend is someone that knows the song in your heart and can sing it back to you when you forget the words" - author unknown Happy Quilting, 'Carolyn'