Sparklers on a windy day

Shattered, Radiant, Prisms, Cut Glass...

Sparklers quilt

whatever the name, I think it's glorious!

Sparklers quilt

Just an hour ago, my parents held tight to the corners of their new queen quilt top as the wind did it's best to snatch her away.  I thought the sun would be too harsh for photographs, but the stained glass effect is brilliant!

Sparklers on a windy day

After all's said and done, I'll be calling this pattern "Sparklers" (thanks, Suzanne!).  Sparklers for those little bursts of joy we used to dance around with on warm July nights.  The word is perfectly nostalgic.

Sparklers bits and pieces

No, she won't be done by Christmas (we're waiting on backing... way to plan ahead, Rachel!), but at least I can share this much with them now.

for mom and dad

Ingredients:  Lots of Kona solids, a sprinkling of text and plenty of love.