You have watched me over the years adding and adding to my stash. It's true, I have put together some of the most beautiful imaginary quilts that will be made at some future date. Like all quilters, I go through that period of self-loathing for owning way too much fabric, and then I feel compelled to create a quilt using only my stash.
Since some of the stash has been on display on my shelves (I hate to admit it), for years as colorful, artistic inspiration, I have become very attached to it. There are some fabrics that I love almost too much to ever cut up. But let's face it, God forbid I die - there is no one in my family who is likely to sew with this fabric so it's time, as they say, to let the cutting, sewing and quilting begin!
Ok, now that hurdle has been crossed, we arrive at the next hurdle. What to make; and who will be the lucky recipients of these "good stash-worthy" quilts? Having loved the fabric for so long and so passionately, I need to select carefully when giving away these quilts.
Lola, I can hear you now, "Why?" Well the answer is simple, I have to be able to keep an eye on my stash up close and personal. I have a need to know where this beloved fabric is at all times (well most of the time). Putting it into a quilt and giving it away is like giving up a beloved child or pet. So not just anyone is "good stash-worthy"!
For all you non-quilters out there - be aware! If a quilter gives you a quilt and she mentions that she has used her good stash - there are two very important things to know!
- You are greatly loved! Only well-loved, well-trusted people receive quilts made with the good stash.
- Check-in time to time with quilter and let him or her know you are caring for and loving the "good stash-worthy" quilt.
Lola, I promise to post a photo of my first "good stash-worthy" quilt and the lucky recipient. I also promise I'm going to begin cutting it up today - after I finish my coffee and head out to the fabric shop. I need a few fabrics for my stash.
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