I was slow as molasses on finishing projects this year, but it was a year of travels from one state to another leaving me little time at the sewing machine. I wracked my brain as to what was my favorites and soon I found a few that grabbed my heartstrings.
If you are interested in looking back at the posts just click the colored links. 
While camping in Texas, I worked my fingers to the bone to finish a quilt inspired by my sweet friend , Darlene ( Hi, Darlene 🤗😘) And by golly, I finished quilting Darlene's Quilt while camping at Whitney , TX during the eclipse.
My quilted teddy bears were happy as a lark with the Pat- a - Cake Quilt which was a fun little quilt that was made from the leftovers from Darlene's Quilt.
Another Kaleidoscope of butterflies were appliqued in Flaming Butterflies.
I finished the top , but am still working on the quilting. This quilt will travel with me as we go camping this year. 🤗
I could not forget to share my favorite house stitch of the year. Can you guess which one it is? It was The Star Spangled Winter Home
which I posted in January.
I will see ya' tomorrow with some "End of the Year" posts. That is if the sun shines and the creek doesn't rise. 😀
As always,
Happy Stitching and Quilting, y'all
Melisa
"Celebrate endings - for they precede new beginnings. " Unknown
Hugs and Stitches!!! 🤗🧵
Dedicated to my dear sister, Amy . I miss and love you so much. I ❤👼
Other Links that Might Strike Your Fancy!
These are links to past "Best of the Year " link parties with Cheryl
Happy New Year to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you very much and a very Happy New Year to you. I wish you a year of blessings. Hugs.
DeleteOh yes, those are certainly among the BEST of 2024.
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you so much, Jeanna. I sure hope 2025 will be even more productive. Happy New Year
DeleteBeautiful finishes for 2024---you've accomplished a lot!!
ReplyDeleteHugs for a Happy New Year!! Julierose
Awww thank you so much, Julierose. I was thrilled that I had a few finishes this year. I wish you a very Happy New Year. Hugs.
Delete(Little Penpen) you have a lot of pretty finishes to show for 2024. The red butterfly quilt screams HAPPY to me!!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Penny. I sure hope that I can finish the butterfly quilt this year. It is on my goal list. Happy New Year.
DeleteYour Scrap Berries finish was one of my favorites of the year. --TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Terry. It ranks as one of my favorites as well. A lot of memories in that quilt . Have a wonderful evening. Hugs.
DeletePretty quilts, bears and cross stitching. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteAaah you are so kind , Danice. Thank you so much. I was thrilled to finish a few pieces this year. It was a busy year. Happy New Year. Hugs.
DeleteHello my friend, Mz Melisa! I still snicker and giggle at "Darlene's Quilt" - it's adorable!! You finished it just north of my old stompin' grounds. hehe!!! I should consider making a pat-a-cake quilt. Yours is so cute! I'd forgotten about your Star Spangled Winter Home. Must add it to my list of 2025 projects.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read your "End of the Year" posts. Enjoy your evening!!! Big Hugs, Darlene J
Oh Darlene that was one of my most favorite quilts to work on and it quilted up like butter! It makes me smile every time I see it and reminds me of you sweet friend. And how fun to know that the quilting was completed not too far from your stompin grounds. Have a great evening , sweet friend. Big hugs from the holler.
DeleteThe only thing better than a strawberry quilt is a butterfly quilt!!! Fun quilts, Melisa!!!
ReplyDeleteLol so true. You know me and butterfly quilts, Nancy. I just adore them! Thank you for the sweet visit and Happy New Year . Hugs.
DeleteYou've made some sweet quilts this year, Melisa! Flaming Butterflies is one of my favorites - even just as a quilt top. I'll look forward to seeing what you work on in 2025!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, Diann. I am looking forward to finishing Flaming Butterflies. I just switched the hoops tonight to make it easier to work on. Have a great evening and Happy New Year. Hugs.
DeleteYou made some real beauties this year. Plus, your header is already changed out to blue and white and snowmen. You are really one the ball!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, dear Ginny. I was proud of what I was able to create. I can not believe I already have my snowmen out, but I just could not resist changing over the decor before the 1st. LOL. Happy New Year. Hugs.
DeleteWhat beautiful quilts! Will you start a new one on your upcoming trip? Have a very happy new year!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Linda. I put a bow tie in the hoop the other day and I am looking at putting another in the hoop as well. I hope to focus on the butterfly quilt and finish it in 2025. Fingers crossed. LOL. Happy New Year. Hugs.
DeleteWell, I think you have done well, and has some fantastic adventures along the way traveling from state to state! These are beautiful and it would be hard for me to pick a favorite, but I do love that Scrapberries quilt and the butterfly quilt!
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you so much, Brenda. It took so adjusting with all of the travels. I hope that I will be even more productive this year and a lot better organized. - well at least that is my plan. Hee! Hee! Have a great day and Happy New Year. Hugs.
DeleteVery fun favorites! My favorites are the berry quilt and your winter cross stitch. Even if doesn't feel like a lot, you made progress on lots of fronts.
ReplyDeleteAaah thank you so much, Kate. Though I did not accomplish as much as I had hoped , I did enjoy working on all of these projects. The berry quilt is one of my favorites too. I hope to start a new strippy scrappy quilt soon. Have a fabulous day. Hugs.
DeleteIt's not how many projects we finish but how much we enjoy working on them!
ReplyDeleteThat is so true, Vicki and I had a ball working on all of these. It felt good to get a few finishes completed. I hope you are having a great day. It is sunny and breezy here. Happy New Year Hugs.
DeleteSuch cute and happy projects. There is always more to accomplish and not enough hours in the day. Hope you will take time for self-care and not work your fingers to the bone.Wishing you a sew joyful new year!
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