Things have been slow here. When real life gets a little crazy the blog is the first to get put on the back burner. I was really sick with a pregnancy…and then really sick with the loss of that pregnancy…so about the last thing on earth I’ve wanted to do was sit and write a silly blog post about fabric/sewing/quilting! Luckily I’m feeling a bit back to normal and anxious to start on some fun projects I’ve had on hold and start sharing in this space more. :)
I’ve been staring at this bundle of Carolyn Friedlander‘s latest collection Doe for Robert Kaufman. That black and white triangle print has my heart. I hate unwrapping these pretty bundles!
A few more Metro Living bundles from Robert Kaufman. I’ve already opened that top one…the colors make an awesome boy quilt.
Bloomerie Fabrics is hosting a QAL making Wallflowers (more info here, and it’s on sale in my shop here). I’ve had another Wallflowers on my list of to-makes for over a year now…so this was just the push I needed. This time I’m making it without sashing I think? We’ll see. :)
I'm very sorry for your loss. Your work is an inspiration to me and I look forward to see what you'll create next!
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how that feels, and how trivial crafting and blogging can feel. I'm glad you're feeling better and ready to be creative again.
Heartfelt sorrow for your loss–hopefully getting back to quilting will refresh you…hugs, Julierose
My most sincere condolences to you on your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please be good to yourself.
I'm so sorry. I am glad to hear you are able to find joy in crafting again. Prayers for continued healing from your sorrow. As for Wallflowers, eliminating sashing sounds like living on the edge to me, but I have faith in you. I look forward to seeing the result.
what a hard experience to endure. glad you are getting back to yourself again. I will pray for you.
So sorry for your loss, Allison. I can only imagine what you must have been through. Glad to hear that you're healing and ready to play with fabric again. Consider yourself iHugged!
I am so sorry for your loss. Your quilting community is thinking of you. Thank you for all of the inspiration!
I am very sorry for your loss. Happy though that you are getting back into the things that give you pleasure.
Thanks for sharing pics of all those awesome fabrics. You made me want to go fabric shopping. lol….. As if I need to blame THAT on anyone else.
i am so very sorry for your loss. That is so hard. XX!!!! Hang in there, we're all out here for you!
Carolyn Friedlander's work just makes my day. I would stare and pet that bundle a looonnngg time! ;)
So very sorry for your loss…so hard…thoughts with you and wishing you and family the very best.
Thanks for sharing your heart.
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I'm sorry about your loss. I went through a similar situation several years ago. Keep seeing … That always helps me put my sorrows and worries behind me
How brave of you to share your loss with all of us, Allison. I went through 2 miscarriages myself, so my heart aches for you. Babies are such a blessing, and losing one makes it seem as though life is not quite right for a time. You are in my prayers. Know that your quilting is an inspiration to all who read your blog. AND, know that life is truly good. I have three wonderful grown-up children and will become a first time Grandmother in April! Blessings to you and your family.
Oh, that is such a hard thing to experience. Sorry for you, and your family. Hugs!
So sorry for your loss, I know it won't help-but had to say it…my heart goes out to you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Glad you are starting to feel better.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking about you.
Oh Allison I'm so sorry to hear this. I can't imagine how hard it is to go through a loss like that. I will be praying for you.
So Sorry Allison. Miscarriages stink. I think you are amazing. After each of my 3 miscarriages, I just wanted to crawl in a hole and hide. Thanks for all your inspiration.
I'm very sorry to hear such sad news, I will be thinking of you and your family. I am glad that you are able to share and hopefully to take comfort from your online community
Such a difficult time for you. It is so hard to resume a 'normal' life after such a painful and life changing event. After my son passed away ( he was 33) I decided to keep my blog going because he really would have expected me to do that. I slogged along for some time and then it became a natural part of my day again. Quilting again, returning to my routines and many supporting friends helped me along. It will soon be three years and that part of my life remains difficult but sewing has made it manageable. I hope it does the same for you. Nothing will ever replace the lost one, but finding your way back will be a way to honor that child. God Bless.
I am sorry for your loss. Please remember you are important and taking time to grieve is an essential part of moving forward. You are so brave to share the pain you are feeling, but know many people are out in the land of blogs that hold you in their thoughts and prayers.
I was thinking about you the other day, wondering if everything was okay. Sick pregnancies are the worst, followed only In the bad category by sick pregnancies followed by loss. I've been through both, and hope you feel love and a bit of peace from those near and far.
So sorry, Allison, hopefully things are getting better!
That's so sad. I do know what that's like ; (
Take your time. Rest and build up your strength.
Hugs,
My heart hurts for you….I know that such a loss is not always understood and is impossible to explain but the grief process is universal. I pray that God will surround you with His peace. blessings, marlene
Allison, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It's good to hear you are feeling better. Hang in there! :)
Hugs and prayers your way. So sorry to hear that.
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in my thoughts.
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss..your very real loss. I had a miscarriage at 16 weeks almost 1 year ago. It's so hard and filled with unanswered questions. Gather those you love around you.
So sorry for your loss. Sending love from afar.
I am so grateful I have quilting when I am going through something. It is my best therapy.
I am very sorry for your loss. Such a difficult time for you and your family.
Dear Allison, I am so sorry to hear of the sad loss you've endured. May you be well and have healing in your heart. Grief is so hard for all that love. I hope comfort will come to you from your creativity.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please try and be gentle with yourself.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss…take care and spend lots of time with your loved ones.
I'm so sorry for your loss. ♥ and prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss also…bless you & yours.
Glad you're feeling better after all that happened. I can see why you love that black and white triangle print.
Looking forward to seeing some progress pics and then the finished products!
xo Linda
So sorry to hear your sad news, it's such an awful thing to lose a baby, and unfortunately being something that is not often spoken of we don't realise just how many women it happens to.
Oh Allison, I'm so so sorry to hear about your baby. Big hugs to you and your family. XOXO
Vanessa
I'm so sorry Allison to hear that you were sick and that you lost the baby. I was just thinking about your family as I was getting caught up on your blog the other day and was wondering how you were doing. Thinking positive thoughts for you
SJ
Oh Allison, I am very sorry for your loss…Hope you feel much better soon. Much love to you…
Oh Allison… I'm so sorry to read this post. You are in my thoughts. xox
So very sorry for your loss. Take good care.
Been missing your blog.
So sorry for your loss Allison. You and your family are in my prayers.
Awww, Allison, I'm sorry. That is so very difficult! Take Care!
I'm so sorry for your loss Allison. Thoughts and prayers to you and your husband as you work on healing. Thinking of you.
I'm so sorry. I went through this in July and it is just awful. I do think that it is helpful to let other people know what you are going through, especially since so many other people have this experience. My kids had a difficult a really difficult time with the news since I was already 12 weeks along when I miscarried and we had told them. I hope you get lots of time to rest and heal!
Allison I am so sorry you have had to go through this awful time, but time and prayer will help heal the pain.
HI love, I'm really sorry for your loss and I send you a big kiss from Spain. Take care of you!
I was sorry to hear about your recent hard times. I've definitely missed your blog and have been checking every now and then to make sure my feed wasn't broken. Glad to see your back. Love and hugs.
This blog is one of the most inspiring I read. I'm so sorry for Your loss and i'm also glad You feel a little bit better.I'm looking forward for Your new, inspiring, work effects.Take care!-big greetings from Poland:)
Hi Alison- I am so sorry,sending you big hugs.xx
I'm just going to say this: I am sad for your lost!
Many we love has passed away too soon without reason……
We remember them often in a thousand different ways….
In the morning, in the night…
When we look at the stars, a date, a song, a place, a smell…..
In memory of all those who have left us too soon!
Praying for you to find your footing soon! God bless.
Such sad news Allison– so sorry. I don't really know you, but I kinda feel like I do because you are one of my favorite bloggers and I adore your patterns. Hang in there and thanks for all the inspiration all the time.
gigi
I'm sorry for your loss Allison. May God bless you and your family during this time.
So sorry for your loss. There are no words…..I've been there and understand your pain. I pray that tomorrow is easier than today and you have a sweet feiend that can love on you.
My condolences, Allison. I have been there. You will feel better soon, especially keeping in mind that you will be reunited one day. Watch Heaven Is For Real–better yet, read the book. I will keep you in my prayers, sweet quilting friend.
I'm so sorry for your loss, take care of yourself
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Oh Alison, I'm so sorry about your loss. I'm thinking about you and your family, and hope my thoughts and those of all your friends and fans help you through this hard time.
Oh no. I'm so sorry for what you've been going through! My thoughts are with you.
That fabric is so lovely. I especially love you pointing out bundles that would make good boy quilts. So hard to find sometimes!
Hugs,
Chris
What sad news. I am holding you in my prayers. Thanks for the heads up on the Wallflowers Quilt Along.
Allison, there really are no words to say, I've been through that twice and all that really worked, for me, were hugs and having strong, quiet friends and family.
So sorry to hear about this difficult patch of life. Hope you are recovering, both mentally and physically.
Love your quilts, glad to see you are back to some creative activity.
So sorry to hear about this difficult patch of life. Hope you are recovering, both mentally and physically.
Love your quilts, glad to see you are back to some creative activity.
Oh I am so sorry for your loss, be gentle with yourself and enjoy all that gorgeous new fabric.
I'm so sorry. Do look after yourself and be kind to yourself. It's a huge loss. I hope those lovely fabrics and a little creativity brings you some small comfort. Hugs xx
Sending prayers your way. I've been there, and it sucks.
Glad to see you're feeling better. :)
Just a note of sympathy to you and your family…. I understand. I have been on this side of grief. I know it is not something everyone does after a miscarriage but we gave the baby that we lost a name. We didn't know is the baby was a boy or a girl but in a house full of girls everyone wanted another girl so we gave her a girls name. Someday we will see her again. Love runs deep- I think about her often even though we said good bye 17 years ago. I'm looking forward to that day of reunion in heaven. I don't know how far along in the pregnancy you were but love begins at the beginning. I know it is hard. One reader recommended reading Heaven is for Real…. I second that. Take care. Janita
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Thank you sharing what you are going through. I've been there and I know how deeply hard it can be…I am so sorry for what you and your family have been facing. Big hugs.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Take as much time as you need away from the blog. Many hugs to you….
My heart hurts for your loss. We have lost one too and it IS hard. I was silk at to you… Had no desire for anything and then found healing in creating. Prayers for continued healing and for a 'rainbow baby' for you.
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I'm so sorry Allison. Thank you for being willing to open up and share—you gotten some amazing comments in response. Let soak in. We are praying, and glad you are feeling a little better.
I think Angela said it best…take your time, soak up the love here and know we will be here when you are ready. Hugs sweet girl…praying for your little family.
So very sorry for your Loss. God Bless you and give you healing and strength to go on from this terrible loss.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a grandchild waiting for me in Heaven. Think of your self and your family first. My DD had Ethan two yrs to the day, her first baby went to Heaven. Blessings for you and your family.
Shelia
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope creating will give you some peace.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope creating will give you some peace.
I am sorry for your loss. I have missed you and hope that your wonderful creative talents will help you through this period of grieving.
I am glad you are back! My heart goes out to you (I've been there…). I hope the beautiful colors all around your studio will soothe your heart!
Thank you for sharing. You've been missed these last weeks. This adversity will be for a small moment, may you and your loved ones be comforted with peace and love from Him who knows best what you are going through.
Heartfelt condolences to you and your family, this is a hard event to get through.
I,m so sorry for your loss. And i think you are very brave to write it down here. I hope you will recover soon.
Sorry for you loss, but can't wait to see what you make from those beautiful fabrics.
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. May each day become more comfortable.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your lovely family from Ohio. Hugs, AM
So very sorry for your loss. Nothing will bring the pregnancy or the baby back, of course, so all you can do is grieve and move on. I have found in my life that quilting is very soothing and helps keep me centered. When, on one or two occasions, I've gone through a really difficult time, it has helped me to take time to just quilt for a day or two. "Bury" myself in a project and some fabric I really liked and just be as creative and/or productive as I felt like. The process of being with the fabric without any specific expectations or goals, just for therapeutic purposes, was incredibly healing.
That was me, you should do whatever you find soothing and healing for you. And insist that those around you understand that you have suffered a significant loss.
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. I have experienced this loss, and it does leave a big hole in your heart. Your family is lovely and you are very blessed; I will continue to be one of your biggest Canadian fans!
I'm thinking about you and praying for you, Allison. Your blog, fabric, patterns, style, etc etc etc are all inspirational to me!
As others say, I am also sorry for your loss. As sad as it is, you can both keep trying. Our Lord knows and through Faith, it will happen again. Blessings to you Allison.
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Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Although it was over 30 years ago, the pain surfaces at times. Last year, we had a rock engraved for the garden, and that gesture brought a lot of closure. Thank you for your openness. No one wanted to listen when it happened to us.
Sending quilty hugs and healing thoughts as you go through this most difficult time. Thank you for sharing your creativity and inspiration with all of us.
So sorry for your loss. So happy that you are feeling better now.
Love those yummy fabrics. I have a hard time breaking into fabric bundles.
Words are few, sorry for your loss. Beautiful bundles. Looks like an exciting quilting time. God Bless!!
I am so sorry, it is harder than you ever thought. Keep trying but remember you there is no time limit on grief.
I check your blog regularly and was wondering how you were getting along. I just had a feeling… so sorry to hear that you have been having such a tough time and very sorry to hear about your loss. Hugs from Australia to you and your family. xoxo
Difficult things to share and go through, but we are all pulling for you! Get that rest you need – we'll be here waiting to see your next inspiration! Love to you and your family!
Oh Allison, I am so very sorry. I understand your loss and I wish I could jet up there and give you a hug. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this healing time.
So very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family as you all heal. My prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss!!! I love your blog, the quilts and your tutorials :) Greets from Europe, Austria
Manuela
I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss. I hope that the prayers, love and support of your family and friends help to soothe your grief.
You have brought a lot of happy sewing days into many lives, and I know that we all are praying for you right now.
Sincerely,
ag
I'm so very sorry to hear of your recent loss. My heart goes out to you. I am glad to see you back!
Just found your blog. Sending hugs.
Blessings dear one! My heart grieves with you and your family…
Oh Allison….hugs and prayers for you. I am sorry for your loss–it's such a difficult one and it is something that is hard for other people to really "get" sometimes. It seems that you have a wonderful amount of support from your blog family. Take your time in healing (body and heart, too!!!) and know that there are so many of us with you in our prayers!!
Allison, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Your fabric bundles look like a great distraction. I can't wait to see your finished project!
So sorry for your loss! Prayers & hugs being sent your way!
So sorry to learn of your loss, Allison.
Sending you sincere warm thoughts and prayers for all of you. So hope that you are taking things slow. Mind body and spirit all take time to heal from such loss. Hugs to you!
Darice
Sending you happy thoughts and hugs!
wish I had the right words for you, friend. Know you are being prayed over for peace….
Peace be with you. Know you are cared for and loved by people near and far away.
Allison, Its very brave to share your experience and I hope you and your family are comforted at this time. Hoping your heart is healing and that you are finding solace in the arms of your family.
Very brave of you to speak out about this, I too am very sorry for your loss.
Be gentle on yourself….sending love and healing.
I am so sorry about what you have been through! It's so sad! I hope your heart's dreams all work out for you.
I am sending you my very best wishes from Germany. I love reading your blog and thank you for sharing so many of your wonderful ideas. I do hope that time and sewing will help you to gain strength and peace.
I'm so sorry for you loss. It is a hard thing. I've been through 3, and I can say that time helps, but it isn't an easy thing. My hugs to you, and Heavenly Father's blessings on you and your sweet family. Hugs, H in Healdsburg
Oh – my heart goes out to you. That's a tough thing to get through. I'm sending hugs, prayers and strength….love you.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot imagine the pain that you are in. I hope you can find comfort and healing in sewing and creating.
I'm so, so very sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some comfort and solace through fabric and sewing as you try to move forward.
I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. I have to admit I have missed your creation and your writing. You are an inspriration to so many…just take your time and eat all the damn frosting in the house if you need to. We will all be here sending you prayers of healing.
BLESS your heart, I am sorry. :( You were missed.
I am very sorry for your loss. You touch so many people with your that you never know about so this time I will comment and let you know how much I appreciate your contributions to the quilting world and how much I love your designs.
Blessings to you
So so sorry to learn of your loss. Glad to hear you are feeling better, it just takes time for your heart to heal, as well as your body. Blessings to you and your family.
oh, how shattering that must be – i can only imagine. I hope us here in blog land help you to heal and feel better. based on all these comments, you certainly have lots of love out here! xo
I am so sorry for your loss. I glanced at this blog yesterday and jut now came back to "read" it….just know I am sorry! Glad you are feeling better though.
Alison, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you feel better as each day passes x
Hugs to you. Take care
I hope you are much better. I feel your pain. I have been down that road. Time does heal the heart. Glad you are healing.
Oh my goodness. I am so sorry for what you have gone through. I am relieved to read that you are feeling a bit better though and I hope sewing will help. It's my therapy that's for sure. I have had your Wallflowers pattern since you released it. Maybe the quilt along will help me finally finish it! I really love that pattern.
Sorry to hear about your tough time recently. I hope you are feeling well physically, but know you would still be having good days and bad days. Eventually most days become good days again.