Memorial Day: Remembering the Fallen

Patriotic Stars Quilt designed by Nancy Mahoney. Machine quilted by Sue Krause

Consider making a Quilt of Valor for a military member in your life. If you do not know someone who has served or who is serving in our armed forces then please consider making a quilt to donate. You can learn more about Quilts of Valor at http://www.qovf.org/

Quilts of Valor National Sew Day

Today marks the 2nd annual Quilts of Valor National Sew Day. This day has been set aside in hopes that quilters would take the time to sew a quilt for our military servicemen and veterans.

In celebration I went out and purchased some lovely patriotic fabrics. I'm thinking of making a table runner. This is a bundle from Joann's fabrics called Americana Bundle. They are five 18"x 21" 100% cotton fabric.

The polka dots and wavy lines are pretty groovy. The white fabric actually reminds me of a polka dot summer dress my mom use to wear.

If you get a chance, head on over to Quilts of Valor and see the many wonderful quilts that have been made in honor of our military. They also offer free patterns and details on how you can make your own quilt of valor.