Goodbye 2014, Hello 2015 (and a little news)

Things have been a little quiet around here lately because I was sick and then we were able to spend a  relaxing week in Utah with my family.  It was freezing.
2014 Mosaic
Most of my 2014 projects
But now we are back and I have had a lot of time to think about what I want to make this year.  I think that I really want to focus on making things that I really enjoy (I see lots of baby quilts in the future) and I want to focus on projects that are different and challenging.

I have a couple things in mind, but I am really enjoying that these are the only 2 things that I have on my to do list.

1.  A queen size quilt for our bed.  I considered just buying a duvet or something, but I really want to make a quilt.  I am thinking about making a 12" Glam Clam Quilt.  Does anyone want to make one along with me?

2.  A quilt for the new baby.  I have a few ideas but I haven't made any decisions yet.

And speaking of the new baby . . .
I had an ultrasound today and they confirmed that we are having a boy!  We are thrilled and can't wait to meet him.

Comments

  1. SherryJanuary 2, 2015 at 7:44 PM

    What happy news to start off the new year- congrats!

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  2. MarleneJanuary 2, 2015 at 9:19 PM

    Congratulations. How exciting. I have never made a clamshell quilt but it looks interesting. Can I be tempted???

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  3. Julia D @ Jada's Quilting AdventuresJanuary 3, 2015 at 2:52 AM

    Congratulations! Good luck to you in 2015 :) It will be an exciting year for you!

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  4. CindyJanuary 3, 2015 at 4:19 AM

    You've made some gorgeous quilts this year! The Glam Clam is on my to do list for next year too!

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  5. Sarah @ Georgia Girl QuiltsJanuary 3, 2015 at 5:18 AM

    Congratulations to you and your family on your boy! You made some lovely quilts in 2014 and I can't wait to see what 20015 brings! Happy New Year!

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  6. The Cozy PumpkinJanuary 3, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    AAAH! Congratulations! :)

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  7. SvetlanaJanuary 3, 2015 at 7:11 AM

    You made so many beautiful quilts last year, they are all gorgeous. Congrats on the news, how absolutely marvelous!!! Love that glam clam shell quilt, I think I'd like to make one too :)

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  8. mleJanuary 3, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    So exciting to find out the gender! Congrats on your little guy!
    You had an awesomely quilty year last year! so inspiring.

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  9. DebbieJanuary 3, 2015 at 7:43 AM

    Exciting baby news! awesome. And nice to only have 2 major goals...now decision time on what exactly, right? oh and beautiful 2014 btw! I've enjoyed watching!

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  10. Heidi StaplesJanuary 3, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    So thrilled for you, Erica!!

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  11. Missy ShayJanuary 3, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Congratulations on the new baby! Do you know why whenever I open your blog something gets downloaded to my computer? I have no idea what is being downloaded.

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  12. Heather GravesJanuary 3, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    Yay, congrats!

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  13. loganstitchesJanuary 3, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    Congratulations.

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  14. HilaryJanuary 4, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    How exciting y'all are having a boy! I can't wait to see what you make for him, you always make the most adorable baby quilts :)

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  15. Lisa CJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    Congratulations!

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  16. Rachel at Stitched in ColorJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Congrats on having a BOY! And, look, we are both thinking clamshells. Great minds...

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  17. Little Island QuiltingJanuary 7, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    I cannot believe you made that many quilts in 2014! Congrats again on baby boy news...that will surely slow your productivity down for this year!!

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  18. SusanneJanuary 9, 2015 at 11:01 PM

    I am in :)

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  19. SarahJanuary 13, 2015 at 6:10 AM

    2015 will definitely be exciting and busy for you. I love making baby sized quilts too. You can try new patterns and play with new fabrics so often, because they come together so quickly. Best wishes for the upcoming birth of your son.

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  20. CarlaJanuary 22, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    Congratulations. I'd love to make the clam shell quilt with you but I know me and my time limitations it won't happen. One day but not yet. Darn it.

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