Thursday, July 30, 2009

Home Alone

Home alone today. The kids and grand kids have headed back home. I'm going to take the day to relax, maybe read, putter a little bit. For the last 10 days I've been visiting with family or friends, or driving. I just loved spending the time with my daughter and visiting with loved ones, and having the grands here, but I will enjoy the quiet of today too.

Here is the finished king size quilt I made for my cousin in PA. Here it is on her bed. She gave me carte blanche when it came to deciding on a pattern and I was a little worried that maybe it wouldn't look good in the room since I didn't really remember what the room looked like.
It goes perfectly in her bedroom. If I had a picture in front of me when I was designing it I couldn't have chosen anything more suitable. She loved it and appreciated all the work so that was very satisfying for me.
I have a lot of catching up to do, but I'll get around to visiting you as soon as I can.
Oh, I just realised today is Thursday! I am thankful for all my family and also for the fact that everyone loves each other and gets along so well.
It's fun to go away but I am always glad to be back home.
Rhondi xo




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  1. AmeliaJuly 30, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    Incredibly beautiful work you've done!!! I wish I were her! I hope you can enjoy some downtime now and get re energized! It's enjoyable to spend time with family, but tiring at the same time. Smiles :0)!

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  2. ConnieJuly 30, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Sweeeeeeeet, sugar!!!
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  3. Blondie's JournalJuly 30, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Rhondi,

    It was great to hear from you! How fun to have time with the family, but I agree, it is taxing. I feel that way after a vacation! LOL!! They wear me out!

    The quilt is a piece of art!! I love it and your cousin is one lucky lady. Rhondi, that must have taken so long to make considering it is king size. You are incredibly thoughtful!

    Enjoy your rest!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  4. NicNacManiacJuly 30, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    Welcome back...gorgeous quilt...lucky lady!!

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  5. JocelynJuly 30, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Wow you sure have a lucky cousin! It's good to see you back :-)

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  6. Frog QuilterJuly 30, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    WOW. Its beautiful. Looks great.

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  7. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJuly 30, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    Rhondi, that quilt is just beautiful! I know your cousin will enjoy it and pass it down in the family for years to come.

    Enjoy your quiet time.
    xo
    Penny

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  8. DebbieJuly 30, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    Beautiful....I think I am a long lost relative that needs one too! hahahaha

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  9. My name is RietJuly 30, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    That is a beautiful quilt. And it goes perfectly with the room. So nice

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  10. ChrisJuly 30, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Rhondi, you did good! You're right, that beautiful quilt looks just right in taht room.

    Now, make a cup of tea, put your feet up and relax for a while...

    Enjoy your Home Alone time! Chris

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  11. AnonymousJuly 30, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    The quilt is so beautiful and so is her bedroom. Great job.

    Willow

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  12. Great-Granny GrandmaJuly 30, 2009 at 3:05 PM

    What a lovely piece of work, and you are right about how perfect it looks in the room.

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  13. AnonymousJuly 30, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    I feel the same way. you love them to pieces, but it is so nice to get home to your own little quiet nest. That is a stunning quilt and you are so talented.

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  14. kathiJuly 30, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    Your quilt is amazing! Just beautiful! Hope you have a nice quiet day to yourself. You deserve it!

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  15. AnonymousJuly 30, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    Rhondi,

    That quilt is just beautiful. Could I possibly be your long-lost cousin? I'm from PA but live in SC now. LOL

    Gretchen

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  16. Lois ChristensenJuly 30, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    Glad you are back! Love the quilt. It is so beautiful!! Enjoy your catching up!!!

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  17. StaceyJuly 30, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    Hi Rhondi. A day at home all alone sounds pretty good to me because it so rarely happens. :)

    Your quilt is amazing. You must have spent a zillion hours on it. Your cousin is lucky.

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  18. StaceyJuly 30, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    Hi Rhondi. A day at home all alone sounds pretty good to me because it so rarely happens. :)

    Your quilt is amazing. You must have spent a zillion hours on it. Your cousin is lucky.

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  19. Poppy CottageJuly 30, 2009 at 7:19 PM

    Hi Rhondi,

    The quilt is absolutely beautiful! I just quilted a king size for a customer and oh my how I appreciate all that goes into one. It looks wonderful in that room. Great job!!

    Sharon

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  20. TootsieJuly 30, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    you did a great job...and I just know every stitch was sewn with love!

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  21. Kelee KatillacJuly 30, 2009 at 11:45 PM

    Just gorgeous Rhondi!

    You are so talented!

    love, kelee

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  22. PondsideJuly 31, 2009 at 2:07 AM

    Welcome home, Rhondi! I hope you had a grand time, making lots of memories with your daughter.

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  23. Marie RaynerJuly 31, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    East, West, home is best!! Welcome back Rhondi!! What a beautiful quilt you have made there. I Love all the colours!

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  24. JanetJuly 31, 2009 at 6:19 AM

    You did good, the quilt is lovely. Now I'm off to do what you just have, visiting with loved ones.

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  25. AnonymousJuly 31, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    Now that's a labor of love :-) With all those stitchings - how many hours? I can only imagine :-)

    Mizpah,
    Li

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  26. Kathleen GraceJuly 31, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    The quilt is gorgeous! Who wouldn't love a beautiful gift like that made with so much love?

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  27. black eyed susans kitchenJuly 31, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Rhondi, That quilt is gorgeous! What an awesome gift...it is bound to become a family heirloom.
    ♥, Susan

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  28. AngieJuly 31, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Can I have a blue one please? I don't know the first thing about quilting but yors are lovely. Is there anyone in the whole of America, I wonder, who doesn't at least KNOW somebody who makes quilts?

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  29. The Pleasures of HomemakingJuly 31, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    How beautiful! AND it goes so perfectly in her room! Enjoy your day alon!

    Manuela

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  30. BeverlyJuly 31, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Welcome back. I sounds as if you had a wonderful time.

    The quilt is awesome, and I know she will treasure it forever.

    We missed you.

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  31. ShirlJuly 31, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Hello Rhondi, just stopping by to say hello and see what you've been up to. What a beautiful quilt you've made! I'm so glad that you had a nice vacation. I noticed on a previous post that your read Savannah's Garden, I was thinking about getting that book. Now I will! Sounds like a wonderful day to relax and read!
    Have a great weekend!
    Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  32. UnknownAugust 1, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    Oh my, Rhondi that is amazing. I was thinking about you over the last two days, as I design my quilting cards. I think I want to send you the samples and then you can tell me which one you think is best. I love your quilts, and I don't know anyone who puts more love into theirs.

    This quilt on your post is a perfect example of your beautiful and heartfelt work. I love how the heart quilt on the wall really shows this quilt off.

    Have a lovely weekend.

    Blessings, Karen

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  33. Bargain Decorating with LaurieAugust 1, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    Your lucky sister! That quilt looks so pretty on her bed. The colors and design are perfect in her room. I know she loves it. laurie

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  34. Ottilias VerandaAugust 1, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Hi Rhondi! What a great quilt! A lot of work went into that I can tell. Just popped over to say hi...the summerholiday ís at it´s end and on monday it´s work again...after 6 looong weeks!! sigh...

    Liisa

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  35. DonnaAugust 1, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    Rhondi, the quilt is absolutely gorgeous! You do amazing work. Enjoy your quiet time, and welcome home!

    Hugs,
    Donna

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  36. NancyAugust 1, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    Hi:
    That quilt is sooo pretty and boy, does it ever look perfect in that room. You couldn't have picked better. Great work.
    Nancy

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  37. A Southern RoseAugust 2, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    I know that you put a lot of hard work into that quilt and a lot of love! I'm sure that she will treasure it for always. It looks perfect in her room!

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  38. Mimi SueAugust 2, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    Gorgeous quilt. Lucky cousin! Mimi

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  39. Terri MorseAugust 2, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    Rhondi, welcome back! Your quilt is spectacular! Your cousin is a very lucky person. You must care for her a great deal. You were right around the corner from me! I live just outside Lancaster County, the quilt capital of PA! I hope you hit the fabric stores while you were here. I'm glad you're back. I'm enjoying your blog!

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  40. Come Away With MeAugust 2, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    What a lovely gift a quilt is! And this one is very pretty, just right for the room too. You are very talented!

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Hi
Thanks so very much for taking the time to leave a comment. I always read every one. I am glad you stopped by for a visit. Hope you'll come again!
Rhondi

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