Honestly, it's been so long since I worked on these blocks I couldn't for the life of me remember the name of the quilt pattern when I went to type in the title of this blog post. Not Gone With the Wind, but Into the Wind. Or is it Against the Wind? Think lots of flying geese.
At any rate, I arranged the blocks diagonally, as they will be sewn together. You get a better feeling now for what the quilt will look like when finished. There are special pieced triangle blocks I will place along the outer edges that continue the design and pull the entire piece together.
I just have not been able to get myself into a routine of sewing the past number of months. Eva did get into a little summer program, but only a couple of days a week. I will have her the rest of the time. She and I will have to strike a little deal where she doesn't pester me for an hour or two each morning. I can bribe her with the promise to take her to the pool in the afternoon if she lets me be. She is perfectly able to entertain herself for an hour or an hour and a half. Her room here at my house is furnished better than most preschools, I tell you. Last summer I created "Quiet Time Boxes" for the days I had her. You fill the box with books, games and activities the child can explore on their own while the adult has a bit of time to themselves. Of course her preference was for me to sit with her and explore the items along side her, but I am hopeful she will be willing to give it a go on her own. I hate to depend on the tv to "babysit" her, and really want to provide some quality activities she can do solo. And I need a bit of time to do my thing too.
I will keep you posted as to how that works!
A quiet time box is a great idea. My granddaughter is content to play on her own as long as she can be in my sewing room with me. She doesn't want to be by herself yet, altho' I know that is coming!
Posted by: Christine | May 27, 2016 at 04:53 AM
Whatever it's called, it's gorgeous! I'm enjoying watching your progress, especially since I'm doing almost no quilting!
Posted by: carolyn | May 27, 2016 at 06:07 AM
Nicole, I know exactly what you are saying. I have nine Grandchildren now but only one lives nearby who I mind two days a week and every second weekend. He turned five this week but like Eva he still likes my company. I have his bedroom organised as well. It is school next year, Aussie school year, then I will only see him every second weekend so we are enjoying our time together while we can but some 'me' time would be good occasionally. Hope you manage it.
Posted by: Penny | May 27, 2016 at 06:07 AM
Your blocks look amazing no matter what the pattern is actually called!
Enjoy your time with Eva and I'm sure you two will find a compromise so you can have a bit sewing time.
Posted by: Hildy | May 27, 2016 at 06:58 AM
Good luck with the time issue. Perhaps moving the boxes into your sewing room would help. They do seem to like to be close to you. Or maybe taking your handwork where she wants to be? I always try to remember that this time is limited before they don't want you anywhere near them. The quilt looks great! Have a wonderful long weekend!
Mary
Posted by: Mary Kastner | May 27, 2016 at 07:20 AM
If you ever DO figure out what that pattern is called, please post it! Looks terrific, Nicole!
Posted by: Nancy M Stevens | May 27, 2016 at 07:26 AM
What about recording yourself reading the books aloud? Eva is probably very capable of turning a tape or cd player on & off by herself. Has she tried lacing cards to 'sew' along with you? I do remember you sharing pictures on your blog of her room at your house & it is full of fun activities!
Those blocks are gorgeous! 'Lots of flying geese,' for sure!!
Posted by: Jan | May 27, 2016 at 07:39 AM
Love these blocks as they look on point but will say that "Into the Wind" sounds familiar.
Wishing you well on working out me-time with Eva. Having her quiet time box in your sewing room sounds good. Is there a child-sized table where she can work?
Hugs!
Posted by: Barbara Anne | May 27, 2016 at 07:43 AM
Your blocks are looking wonderful! Hope Eva enjoys her quiet box and you are able to get a bit of sewing in each day. :-)
Posted by: Jeanne | May 27, 2016 at 08:37 AM
lovely quilt! Sesame Street is so fun...i can sit and watch it myself. ;p Have a lovely safe weekend. :)
Posted by: ina | May 27, 2016 at 10:31 AM
Absolutely love that quilt and can't wait to see it develop! Good luck on finding something for Eva to do so you can have a little sewing time.
Posted by: Kathy | May 27, 2016 at 02:20 PM
What's in a name? Who cares what the quilt is called - it's gorgeous!
Posted by: Marie | May 28, 2016 at 05:30 AM