FEBRUARY in NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA
I
don't know about you, but January zoomed by remarkably fast in my neck of the
woods. Up here, close to the Canadian Border, we still have a couple
months of winter left, but the bright sunshine we've experienced the last
several days reminds us that spring and warmth will come again.
February is a good month for doing a little cleaning, sorting and organizing.
Maybe your quilt room or storage area could use some attention. I know
mine can!
Consider sorting through all your fabric and donating those
pieces you'll likely never use to a church or other group that regularly
makes quilts for those in need. The last time I gave my quilt studio an in-depth cleaning, I ended up with two big garbage bags nearly
chock full of fabric that I gave to a mother whose two pre-teen daughters
had recently expressed an interest in learning to sew.
While you're sorting, check out your supply of red and pink material.
Making a candle mat, small wall hanging, or table runner for a special friend would be a really nice
Valentine's Day surprise. And, working with those cheerful, season-specific fabrics is the perfect way to bring some color into the home this time of year.
So, grab a beverage and spend a little time
checking out my quilting blog. Then,
let's find a couple of hours to quilt. February's a great month for that!
- Mama Pea, Quilter