Five Years

Seriously, how can it be that I've been doing this bloggy thing for FIVE full years? The memory of a time before A Quilter's Table is kind of faint. This blog and its related social media personas, the newsletter, the bees, the quilt guild, the quilt shows, the projects . . . well it's never far from my mind. And I can't deny that it all adds up to a big part of my free time.

Swoon, 2011

Every year when I write this annual post, I can't help but go back and read those from previous years. One Year expressed an appreciation of the growth and creativity that had blossomed. (More than one person has told me, "What you do now is sure different from what you used to do." Indeed.) At Two Years, I commented, "What I love about a journey is that no matter how well you plan, there are usually elements of surprise, new experiences you could not have anticipated, and often growth in unexpected ways. And this last year has held all of that for me." Three Years found me speechless and emotional - seriously! Then by Four Years I was a bit incredulous at the changes that had happened - in my stash, my studio, and my sewing itself.

A Maisy Quilt, 2012

Now I'm marking five years, and I sit here awed by the scope of it all. On one hand, it feels like alot of it has come of its own accord. Invitations, gentle prodding from the community, inspiration in so many ways - it all has drawn me to a place I couldn't have imagined five years ago. But boy am I grateful for it all. Nor could I have anticipated how tied I'd become to our community. I mean, really now, I am so proud to be a part of it all.

HST Love, 2013

At the time I began, I felt late to the game but I'm sure glad I didn't let that stop me. Stepping out to become an active participant rather than just a follower has been so fulfilling, so challenging, and so much fun.

Thanks to Vesta, 2014

So thank you. Your presence here is a gift every day. I know blog-reading has diminished some with the popularity of other social media avenues, but I tell you. Here is where I get to share my truest creative self, and that still means alot.

Monochrome, 2015

To mark the occasion, my friend Kristina/Fabric Bubb has agreed to partner with me in a celebratory give-away! Just leave a comment on this post for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to her modern fabric shop. I'm a real fan, and in addition to a beautifully curated selection of fabrics, her customer service can't be beat. Check out the online shop, find Fabric Bubb on Instagram, but before you go, leave a comment. I'll choose a random winner Friday night! And again, thanks for being here.