Heigh Ho!

Over the years I've worked as a computer programmer in an open bay of a large building . . . in front of a picture window during my stint as a pastry chef, where my sweet treats and I were always on display . . . and at church office reception desks, the last 13 years the hub of a large staff and congregation. I feel like I've always worked in the middle of the action. Until today.

After nearly three decades(!) in the work-force, this morning I will go to my own office . . . down a long hall . . . away from the center of activity. It will be a major transition for me and for my co-workers, as well as for the people we serve. It kind of takes my breath away.

To mark the occasion (and calm me somewhat), I stitched up a wonky cross quilt to hang in my new workspace.

I used this tutorial from Sew, Mama, Sew, creating both 6" and 12" (finished) blocks.  I've loved working with these fabrics and colors! You may notice a strong resemblance to another recent finish {here}, as far as palette and quilting go. 

I used light gray thread to quilt organic wavy lines vertically across the blocks, then went back and added some random dark gray lines. I really like the interest that added.

And so, with a new quilt to add that personal touch . . . well, it's off to work I go!

Linking up with {sew} Modern Monday, Quilt Tuesday, and Slash the Stash.