quilted kitties

It's been many, many years in the making, but it's finally done.

I put the last of the binding on today, changed the date on the label to read 2008 instead of 2007, and am going to put it in the washer and dryer tomorrow to get the last of the pencil marks off.  Next time I'm going to try this fabulous recipe to make  my transfers.

Here's the back, which I like so much.  The fabric is Sumo Sam from Michael Miller, a discontinued fabric that I think is just hilarious, and I know my husband will like.  I didn't end up hand quilting this, because, well, I wanted it done in my lifetime and got realistic.  So I sent it off to a friend who is a professional long-arm quilter (thanks so much, Nan!) and love the little details she put in.

I'll post closeups of each block on Flickr! later, but not tonight.  I have to take Becca to the dentist tomorrow, to get one of her cavities filled (this is going to be a two part ordeal) and I'm having serious anxiety attacks about it all.  On top of everything, I think the whole family, including me, is getting sick or suffering from allergies, and both adults seem to have PMS or something.  Anyway, it's not very pleasant around here, though I was trying very hard and the night was pretty good until about twenty minutes ago when Becca threw up in bed.  Whee.  Fun night.  And no, she doesn't even know she's going to the dentist tomorrow, so it couldn't have been caused by stress.

Wish me luck tomorrow.  I have to get through the next fifteen or sixteen hours or so, and then I think I'll be okay.  Well, at least until next Wednesday, when I get to take her for Round #2.  Ah, the joys of parenting.

Comments

[ragan]

The quilt is wonderful. Sorry to hear about all of the other little details of life. Bleck. Best of luck for the dental visit. Keeping my fingers crossed for you.

[Beth]

What a great quilt! I'll have to keep that recipe in mind, too.

Best wishes on the dentist appointment. I've prayed for it to go well for all of you!

[odd dotty]

What a fun quilt! I am sorry that you are having anxiety, it's amazing how being a parent can do that to you, you know? I can totally feel your pain, if it makes you feel any better my daughter threw up in the car today. Good times. Good times.

[Angela]

Love the stitchery. Very cute.

[Jhoanna]

Wow - the quilt is perfect! You must feel thrilled and relieved to have it all completed and quilted so beautifully. Looking forward see the close-up shots too. Wishing Becca a very smooth visit to the Dentist.