I am not usually a quilter. I can do simple things, but usually would rather just look at someone else’s work and admire the complex and beautiful items a real expert can create. But this week I have been inspired to make a quilt.

I just recently splurged on some of Anna Maria Horner’s flannels planning to make PJs for the girls for Christmas. But when I opened up the package the fabric was so lovely I knew it needed to be made into a toasty flannel quilt to showcase the fabrics. I planned to make a 12 square baby quilt for Cressida.

But then I found out on Wednesday that my Grandmother’s cancer is terminal. My Grandmother, or as I call her “Nina” was the woman who taught me how to sew. She is the woman I’ve always aspired to be. During my second pregnancy she made me a lap quilt for the baby with very simple blocks and a jungle theme. It is still used all the time for all sorts of games and of course, for keeping babies warm. So I’m going to make a quilt for my Nina, using the same blocks with my gorgeous Anna Maria flannels. I hope that she can snuggle up with it and feel my love for her. She is such an amazing woman.