Monthly Archives: August 2011

A Wedding Quilt

Posted on August 30, 2011 by fortquilt

My niece was married this past weekend. I made this quilt for her and her new husband. The overall design is traditionally called “Sunshine and Shadow.” The colors are teal, navy and pale aqua. Each of the paler colored pathways … Continue reading →

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Fall Mushrooms Are Popping Out All Over

Posted on August 25, 2011 by fortquilt

Click here to view a slide show! Indian Pipes are not mushrooms technically, but even more fascinating.

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North Branch of the Au Sable River – An Afternoon Wade

Posted on August 23, 2011 by fortquilt

We went for a wade down the river recently. Click here to view a slide show.

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Hummingbird Happening

Posted on August 18, 2011 by fortquilt

Every August the hummingbirds here become very active. They flutter around the feeders excessively; chirp, dive, swoop and generally act aggressive. I caught them on video this year for the first time. Many more appear at the feeder than earlier … Continue reading →

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Wonky Baskets

Posted on August 14, 2011 by fortquilt

Earlier this summer I took a workshop with Gwen Marston, a world famous quilt artist. She taught the class a technique for creating pieced basket quilt blocks without a pattern and without measuring the fabric. Gwen calls these “liberated baskets.” … Continue reading →

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