Goodbye 2013!

This past year has been wonderful and really hard all at the same time.  Living in a hotel for a month while we waited to find out if my husband's job in San Diego was going to work out was not my favorite part, but I have lots of happy memories from this year and we are so happy where we are that 2013 was definitely a great year.
This past year inluded opportunities that I didn't even know existed and it has allowed me to push myself into trying new things.  I am so grateful for everyone who reads and comments on my posts.  I remember when I started this blog and I thought that if one day I could reach 500 followers that would be amazing.  It seemed unattainable.  Thank you so much.
I don't want to set goals for myself for this coming year because I want to leave myself open to new projects.  My main goal is just to keep starting projects that interest me and then (and this is the important part) finish them.  I am finishing off this year without any WIPs on the sidelines, just a couple of current projects, and I hope to finish 2014 the same way.

In January I will be celebrating a big birthday and I am approaching 1500 Bloglovin followers so watch for a thank-you-for-being-amazing giveaway soon.  I hope you all have a happy new year!

Comments

  1. HilaryDecember 31, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    You've made so many gorgeous things this year, I can't wait to see what you make next year :)

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  2. JulianneDecember 31, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Wow what beautiful quilts you made! what website did you use for your mosaic?

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  3. The Cozy PumpkinDecember 31, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    You're so talented, Erica! I just know 2014 will bring amazing things your way. :)

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  4. DeborahGunDecember 31, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    you have made some stunning, amazing quilts this year! Can't wait to see what you make in 2014.

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  5. Amira@littlemushroomcapDecember 31, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Beautiful made altogether! Love your work. Looking forward to seeing more in 2014! Have a good year Erica!

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  6. DebbieDecember 31, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful work. I just love your style and seeing every.thing you make! To more unexpected in 2014!

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  7. ShaunaDecember 31, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    Fantastic! You have many beautiful finishes and I applaud you on having no WIP to finish up. All the best in 2014!!

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  8. natsnan11January 1, 2014 at 12:30 AM

    I am brand new to your site, and I'm amazed at your beautiful work. My grandmother was a quilter, and it's always been my intention to try it "someday". I will be 66 next week, and because of the inspiration of your lovely work, and in honor of my dear Mamaw, I'm making 2014 my year to make a quilt. It may not be a huge one, or an exquisite one like yours, but it will be a start. Thanks for inspiring me to try.

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  9. KellyJanuary 1, 2014 at 3:00 AM

    Absolutely beautiful makes for 2013, I look forward to seeing what 2014 brings :)

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  10. Theresa HendersonJanuary 1, 2014 at 3:31 AM

    i love all of your quilts, i just cant imagine how you find the time

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  11. ReneeJanuary 1, 2014 at 6:41 AM

    You've been so productive, especially with a move this year!

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  12. CarlaJanuary 1, 2014 at 1:01 PM

    What a fabulous year you have had. Your work is inspiring : )

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  13. Terry@ a quilting blogJanuary 1, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    Beautiful work..look forward to seeing what you create in 2014!

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  14. Patchwork and PlayJanuary 1, 2014 at 8:31 PM

    I've popped in on the recommendation of Debbie! Your work is indeed inspiring! Il be back often to visit!

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  15. RachelJanuary 2, 2014 at 2:15 AM

    These are some awesome quilts

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  16. pandchintzJanuary 2, 2014 at 2:26 AM

    So many gorgeous projects made - congratulations! Looking forward to seeing what you get up to in 2014.

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  17. Katie @SwimBikeQuiltJanuary 2, 2014 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful quilts! And I'm most impressed by the no WIPs. :)

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  18. RobinSueJanuary 2, 2014 at 3:28 PM

    Your work is amazing and your children are adorable!

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  19. Mary W QuiltsJanuary 4, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    Just found your blog today. You are sew talented. Mary

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  20. Lori LandenburgerJanuary 12, 2014 at 12:02 AM

    So wonderful seeing your work and evolution. Keep it up! Looking forward to what you bring next:))

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