Cherries. How cute is this quilt block? I got it out of the Lori Holt Farm Girl Vintage 1 book. It is a 6-inch block, so the pieces are pretty tiny, but it wasn't too bad to make. It took some time, but wasn't difficult. I think it is adorable.
I have been plugging along on my remaining blocks for the Moda BlockHeads 3 quilt. Just a few more to go. Would you believe I have nearly 100 blocks in this quilt? It is massive. I want to make some more blocks like the cherries above. I think blocks that are "pictures" or represent something will give the eye a place to rest amongst all the more traditional quilt blocks.
So far my background fabric is holding out, but I think I have less than a fat quarter of it left. I am using every single smidgen of it. So glad the remaining blocks I have to make are pretty small!
Heading out to spend the weekend with my father. I am so challenged as to what to feed him. His appetite is so small that I had to launch into a full blown cooking frenzy because I will be left with too many left overs that will get wasted. He pretty much eats about two tablespoons of whatever I give him and leaves the rest, saying "I can't eat all this". He does like a bowl of soup, so perhaps I will go in that direction. I can make a pot of something and just take a small container of it to my father's house and leave the rest with my husband. Do you all have any favorite soup recipes?
Have a great weekend.
Do you have a instant pot? I use mine for soups- so easy. One of my favorites is cream of tomato. Beef barley is also good as well as the usual chicken noodle and vegetable beef. Good luck.....
Posted by: Susan | March 12, 2021 at 05:14 AM
Hey! I do have one fat quarter of the background fabric. It's yours if you need it. I emailed you two of our family's fave soups, too.
Posted by: T Holzer | March 12, 2021 at 05:28 AM
You can't go wrong with a simple vegetable soup. It's nutritious and good. Use any veggies you have in a chicken broth. Add some chicken if you like. Just before serving you can add some cream to give it body and for sure he needs some calories.
Posted by: Janet S | March 12, 2021 at 05:35 AM
Is he taking something like Ensure? I love making an "empty the fridge" vegetable soup, using ready made broth/stock. The cherry is really darling!
Posted by: sue s | March 12, 2021 at 05:53 AM
Howsweetreats.com has a Creamy Chicken and Orzo soup that is great. (I do add more flour to make it a little creamier than the recipe calls for). But it’s not a heavy creamy soup. It’s pretty light and flavorful and very easy to make.Sending best wishes to you and your father.
Posted by: Margaret | March 12, 2021 at 06:16 AM
https://www.simplysogood.com/creamy-chicken-noodle-soup/
Favorite chicken soup recipe. I alter it a bit. No cloves. Cook chicken breasts in the broth. My family loves it!
Posted by: Julie D. | March 12, 2021 at 07:12 AM
I would make a big pot of soup and then freeze the rest in small containers that you can defrost when you want. The frozen soup might be appreciated by your siblings who also stay with your dad.
Posted by: Barbara Clarke | March 12, 2021 at 07:13 AM
I make a lot of soups during the winter. Lots of great ideas from your commenters! I especially like the one to freeze in small containers to have on hand at your dad's house! Would he eat your chicken noodle casserole? I've added it to our favorites list! Have a good weekend & stay well!
Posted by: Jan | March 12, 2021 at 07:45 AM
Enjoy the time with your Dad this weekend. You are so fortunate to have him. Soup sounds delicious.
Mary
Posted by: Mary Kastner | March 12, 2021 at 07:49 AM
I adore Lori Holt's blocks, and your cherry block looks great with the fabrics you chose. I love those blue leaves and the whole feel is kind of patriotic, July 4th. Can't wait to see the blocks all together.
Posted by: Sara F | March 12, 2021 at 08:11 AM
I've been making lots of soups. Broccoli and cheese would give him b vitamins. Red lentils are good for protein and iron.
If he eats so little, maybe skip the cooking and get some carry-out while you're there? I know it is expensive but it will save you time and he might be a little more excited about eating leftovers. I love Wor Won Ton soup.
The weather is going to be lovely. I hope you can sit outdoors and enjoy it together for a bit.
Posted by: Ina | March 12, 2021 at 09:56 AM
I adore a recipe I think I got out of a newspaper or magazine for Molly Ringwald's mom's sausage lentil soup. It's the best. Let me know if you're interested.
Posted by: Kathe Howe | March 12, 2021 at 11:09 AM
I have a wonderful chicken orzo soup recipe - happy to send it and also a good old-fashioned bean soup one. Let me know! Have a wonderful weekend with your Dad!
Posted by: Kelli | March 12, 2021 at 11:30 AM
Split pea with ham.......the recipe is on the bag of the split peas. Whenever we are lucky enough to to have a leftover ham bone, that is where it goes! It is delicious and as the leftover sits, it gets thicker and can be thinned to reheat. Carol in Texas
Posted by: Carol in Texas | March 12, 2021 at 11:37 AM