Oh my gosh, look what I found yesterday. Way up high on a closet shelf there was a project box labeled "Granny Blocks". When I pulled it down I was blown away to discover these quilt blocks made from a
Pam Kitty Morning collection for LakeHouse Fabrics. I must have made these seven years ago. I vaguely recall making them and I may have even sewn some together for a baby quilt for a niece some years ago.
Presently though, I have no idea what to do with them! I could make more blocks, but at this point, I have no idea what the white outer fabric was, so it might not match exactly. Not that big a deal I don't think. I can get pretty close with a current Bella Solid. But what should I do with the blocks? I do not know of anyone who is expecting a baby girl right now. I suppose I could make a baby quilt and keep it on hand for that happy occurrence. Eventually, someone I know will have a baby girl, right?
I wonder why on earth Lakehouse stopped making Pam Kitty Morning fabrics? I recall they were hugely popular, and seriously are way cuter than a lot of other fabrics of this type. Pam has a terrific blog. She has tutorials for fabulous projects and is fun to read. She starts out some of her posts with a photo of a cup of coffee in her garden and saying "It's a PamKittyMorning". She is upbeat and friendly and seems super nice too.
I have a question for you all. Do you think I should separate the blocks with a white lattice? Or do you like the idea of the blocks all looking "connected"?
So, this was a lucky day for me, finding a treasure trove of pretty blocks in gorgeous fabrics. Hope your day was as fortunate!
Oh my, what a great find! How pretty are these and some little angel would love these in a quilt. Guess the answer is how big do you want the quilt to be??? Love this block and perfect for a baby girl...will see what you decide and either way a great top in the making!
Posted by: gailss1 | May 19, 2021 at 04:19 AM
I’m planning to make a Granny Squares quilt with lots of scraps I have from various projects. They’re all 'brights' so I think it’ll make a nice quilt altogether, and I’ll use a white as the background fabric. I plan to sash the blocks and have mini square-in-a-square blocks at their intersections, which will mirror the on-point appearance of the Granny Square blocks. I’m sure whatever you choose will look terrific!
Posted by: Suzanne | May 19, 2021 at 04:34 AM
Rather than, or maybe in addition to sashing, you could add alternate blocks to enlarge this quilt. You could make an appliqué block (a la Pam Kitty Morning March 26 little Scottie block). An appliqued heart would look really cute with your blocks. Shabby Fabrics carries a lot of really cute precut appliqué shapes, if you are interested in that.
Posted by: Margaret | May 19, 2021 at 04:36 AM
I would finish as is and use it as a table topper for valentines and/or on the porch for the summer. It is lovely!
Posted by: Jackie Hicks | May 19, 2021 at 04:42 AM
So pretty! I'd go with a lattice. I hope you'll show the finished project.
Posted by: Mary | May 19, 2021 at 04:45 AM
I would do like Jackie suggested. A perfect tea party fable topper .
Posted by: Bettt | May 19, 2021 at 04:54 AM
One of my favorite blocks! So pretty! It would be a great little quilt for Valentines or an amazing baby quilt! 🥰
Posted by: Sysan | May 19, 2021 at 05:21 AM
Awe what a nice surprize! love when that happens. It sure would be a nice table topper with all the blocks sewn together. If you find more fabrics to continue then that is another option, but it is up to you my dear. It reminds me of strawberries and that makes it a summer quilt. Are you following along with LBQ's Edyta Sitar's quilt along mystery?
Have a wonderful day, love reading my emails from you each morning, thank you.
Posted by: marie Woodhouse | May 19, 2021 at 05:27 AM
It is super cute! I think it would be great with a little sashing and blue-ish cornerstones, and a blueish border and binding. Piecing the Past just had a QAL called Grandma’s Hearth with similar blocks set on point. Love your colors!!! Let us know what you decide to do!
Posted by: Linda B | May 19, 2021 at 06:04 AM
Making a scrappy Granny is on my List. These are very pretty! I like the idea of sashings- maybe a pink so you don't have to worry about matching?
Posted by: sue s | May 19, 2021 at 06:15 AM
I love the blocks and love them separate and would love them with a lattice. What a splendid find!
Posted by: Nancy, Near Philadelphia | May 19, 2021 at 06:39 AM
Very cute blocks. I would add sashing. You could use it for Valentine's Day or save for a future baby.
Posted by: Cathy | May 19, 2021 at 06:55 AM
Wow! What a treasure. Those blocks are great! Yes, sashing. Baby quilt or table topper. It's going to be gorgeous! Maybe I should check the far corners of my closets to see if I have any treasures ...
Posted by: Debbie R. | May 19, 2021 at 07:20 AM
What a nice surprise! I vote for white lattice. Carol in Texas
Posted by: Carol in Texas | May 19, 2021 at 07:43 AM
A treasure indeed! Those blocks couldn't be cuter!
Posted by: Lisa D. | May 19, 2021 at 08:09 AM
Ohhhhhhh, you've got to finish this, Nicole! It will be a stunner!! I didn't even realize that Pam Kitty fabrics aren't made anymore. I guess I didn't pay attention. But I loved them! I often think about your yellow, grey, cream 9 patch that you didn't finish. Am I remembering right??
Posted by: T Holzer | May 19, 2021 at 08:17 AM
Those gorgeous blocks will make a great baby girl's quilt. And, you're right! Sooner or later you'll know someone having a girl & your gift will be ready to go! I think I'd use a similar white for some sashing & maybe a border. Stay well!
Posted by: Jan | May 19, 2021 at 08:44 AM
If it was mine, I would add lattice strips...mainly because those white half square triangles can be "challenging" to get to line up perfectly to the next block. Lattice strips give you a bit of leeway. Finish it up... it is really pretty and I always love a Granny Square block and would be cute for Valentine's Day. I also loved Pam Kitty Morning fabrics!! How is your thumb, by the way? Hope you are seeing some improvement!!
Posted by: Patty Fowl | May 19, 2021 at 08:50 AM
I believe Lakehouse Dry Goods is no longer in business, which would mean no more PKM fabrics.😢 Hope I sent enough of the Snowberry to do what you needed to do. If not just let me know! Happy Stitching!
Posted by: Sandie Mackintosh | May 19, 2021 at 09:00 AM
I would add lattice strips. I found some blocks a few months ago and I honestly do not remember making them at all !! I must have because I recognize the fabrics I used. I had a boss who died last year at the age of 87, who always said ,, "Don't get old." Well, I didn't listen to him.
Posted by: Lisa S | May 19, 2021 at 11:09 AM
What a great find, lucky you! I'd make it up while the iron is hot (so to speak) with a narrow white lattice and small cornerstones, either in red or a coordinating colour.
Posted by: Marie | May 19, 2021 at 01:31 PM
Really cute. I would add the white lattice with a corner stone of the red or pink. If you want the quilt larger, you could use the white lattice for border with a pink or red scallop. Always loved the Pam Kitty fabric and I've wondered too why they stopped making it. Patty Mc
Posted by: Patty McDonald | May 19, 2021 at 03:38 PM
They are really cute blocks. I would also add white lattice, a small white border and bind it with a red check fabric. It would look lovely on your porch!
Posted by: Donna | May 20, 2021 at 01:25 AM
What a dilemma. If you don't have more of the white in the blocks, then maybe get something for the border and use it for sashing to keep everything together. No matter, it will be adorable.
Posted by: janet | May 20, 2021 at 03:45 AM
Pretty. Consider putting them on point and sashing.
Posted by: Linda G Duncan | May 20, 2021 at 04:21 AM