Episode 98 - How I finished my Quilt As You Go Squares.

Hullo, my name is Pene, short for Penelope. I live with my husband Pete on the SE coast of England. A short episode this week showing you my finished 5" squares. I am so pleased with the result, I know I shall be making more. I hope it inspires you or gives you some ideas for your projects. If you would like to see the 5" squares individually please see episode 97. In Episode 96 I show you how I sew my pieces together. See you next time. xx
#quiltasyougo #sewing#embroidery
‪@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery‬

[@lesleywright9210]

So very happy that Pete is eating you out of house and home ! Definitely on the mend and you look so much better. Love your spool. Thank you so much for making time to speak to us. Xxx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Lovely to have you watching. xx

[@diane.stewart537]

Such a sweet family with lovely thoughts and perceptions. Love the videos. God has blessed you wonderfully.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Diane for your kind and thoughtful comment. xx

[@lindashields5939]

So happy that improvements are continuing! Take care of yourselves. Please remember that caretakers need care as well. Your photography and filming of birds and animals is absolutely stunning. I enjoy the time I spend with you more than you know. I am grateful to be one of your viewers. Salam wa sa’aadah

[@penelopeschinwag]

Oh thank you so much Linda. Yes, I'm taking care of myself; Peter is able to do so much more for himself and nights are peaceful now. I'm grateful you are one of my viewers. xx

[@susanwhitehead4295]

Hello penne, thank you for a lovely video. So pleased Pete is on the road to recovery. And I must say you are looking better. Illness takes it out on not only the patient but their loved ones as well. X X

[@penelopeschinwag]

It does Susan. Thanks for your lovely well wishes. xx

[@user-xv4ww6vy4x]

Hello Pene, thank you so much for another lovely video.I am so pleased to hear that Pete is doing well and will look forward to seeing him soon. i have a spool like yours that i am making a month of the year slow stitching on .Take care of yourself and sending love to you both xx

[@penelopeschinwag]

What a good idea. I must admit I was thinking of doing more. The spool I have made could be Jan/Feb. Next one March/April - mmh. I think I will!

[@bertieandpoppet-8837]

I’m delighted to hear that Pete is on the up and that you’re able to fit in some wonderful creativity. I used to be a hospital Dietitian so it makes me happy to hear that Pete is eating so well. 😋

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks. Snap! Pete too was a hospital dietitian at Queen Alexandra's hospital in London. He's eating us out of house and home!

[@patriciahackman3637]

Blessings to you both. Onwards & upwards, you'll get there . ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

Yes! Thank you!

[@lornaking1825]

Good to hear of Petes continuing recovery. Love the embroidery and squares on the bobbin. I have used a few of them for my stitchery. We've had a lot of snow here in the Dales this week. My daughter couldn't get out for walks, but enjoyed having snow days walking our dogs. We now have a regular visit from a woodpecker to grightenbthecday. X

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hi, I can't imagine a lot of snow. How different from us here in the south. Too warm for the heating to be on! No wonder we talk about the weather a lot! Lovely walking your dogs in the snow. A woodpecker does brighten the day! I told some fascinating facts about a woodpecker in episode 50. Remarkable. See you soon. xx

[@jennylow2598]

Lovely to see you today great news about Pete, look forward to seeing you both soon.xx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Lets hope soon, thanks for your lovely thoughts. xx

[@MsPoodlelove]

Wonderful to see you again. Great news about Pete even if he is eating you out of house & home! As ever please don’t forget to look after yourself. Dianne 😀

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Diane, I've thought of your words and its been a pyjama day today. Pete is now able to cook, and that's great because his eating is non stop! He loves being in the kitchen and it suits me! xx

[@mitzikolody4569]

Hi penelope lovely to see you an am pleased to hear Pete is recovering well bless him I absolutley love quilt work on the spool i would be so happy to own that beautiful work you are such a creative lady i will look forward to your next podcast take care! ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks so much. See you soon. xx

[@angelaholcroft4515]

Hi Pene. A nice surprise to see you this evening. It's so lovely to hear that Pete is making good progress. All the love and home cooked dinner's, the best medicine. Love how the mini quilted squares look on the cotton reel. It'll be there to remind you of the difficult time. How stitching helped you navigate through it. Hope everything continues on the up for you both. Take care. Xx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Well I thought it was two weeks since I filmed so its a surprise all round! I think the reel will become a treasure, very pleased with it. Amazing what comes from bits and bobs. Take care. xx

[@margaretrodee3519]

Hi Penny! This is only my second episode, but I'm so happy to hear that your husband is doing so much better! He must be quite a fighter! And you're taking very good care of him! Wonderful news. Looking forward to continuing to watch your podcasts. I'll go back and watch many more! Such a delightful chinwag!!! ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks and welcome. xx

[@linbourne8731]

The spool is lovely, I look forward to more instruction on the macaroon.Glad to hear Pete is continuing to do well and that you are looking happier as a result.😊

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks so much. Macaron episode will be tomorrow night. xx

[@epiphany8276]

Thank you for sharing your finished Quilt as you Go. Loved the Woollen Mill Spool. Great use for one. Jane

[@penelopeschinwag]

It is isn't it. I really love it. xx

[@margaretmartin6620]

That's a good way to store your quilt squares, Penny. Thanks for sharing.😄❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

I must say I'm thrilled with it. Some more will be made I'm sure. Lovely presents I think. xx

[@glendabathgate4036]

Good news about Pete he s a lovely man

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Glenda, kind words indeed. xx

[@94hydenseek]

So glad that Pete is continuing to get better, it's reflected in you that he is doing well. I love how you have finished the quilt as you go on the spool, I would have to keep unwrapping it to have a look at the beautiful work :-)

[@penelopeschinwag]

I must admit it is being wrapped and unwrapped, fascinating!

[@helendeacon7637]

Thank you Pene! The spool works so well for your embroidered quilt squares. So pleased to hear Pete's on the mend now. I was intrigued by the tin you showed and so surprised to learn it once held tobacco. I expected it to be lanoline for nappy rash 😘 I'm so enjoying your channel and almost to the point where I can say, "I can do that!" - that means a lot, thank you again.🐿🌻

[@penelopeschinwag]

Oh great, so pleased! I couldn't believe it when I found out it was tobacco, like you thinking it was something for baby. So pleased he kept it. xx

[@ramyavanmaele9643]

So happy Peter is getting better Good luck

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks xx

[@sandrataylor6507]

Your spool is amazing Pene, you have such a good eye for putting things together 😍 I'm so glad you're going to do the macaron as a 'this is how I do it' as I bought the kit but haven't had the courage to give it a go. I can now do it along with you. It's always easier to see how its done. Hope you and Pete have a good week. So good that he's improving so well. Being home is always the best! xx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hi Sandra, Hopefully you will soon have made your first macaron. They are addictive so be careful! No place like home, you're right. The days have melded as I thought it was two weeks since my last episode and it was only one!

[@deborahsmith2912]

Sounds like Pete is recovering by leaps and bounds, wonderful news! Your stitching and quilting is so pretty and better than writing in a diary. Wishing you both well and I’m looking forward to watching your how-to video.

[@penelopeschinwag]

He is. He had a bed in the last hospital for up to four to six weeks but he only lasted ten days! Far quicker recovery here I think. Sunshine due tomorrow so plan is to walk a little way down the road. Small goals every day. I think everytime I look at the spool I will remember these months. I will carry on with another spool - see how I go. xx

[@love-light369]

So nice to spend time with you & see your optimistic outlook on life! I'm in love with the idea of quilt-as-you-go... I've a stack of material squirreled away that I hope to get to. 💛💫🌟

[@penelopeschinwag]

Great to get to the stash and somehow in your mind it's not overwhelming with the QAYG method. The spool sits on the coffee table and I can't wait to do another one. Lovely for presents I think. xx

[@heatherharris6916]

very clever idea to display your quilt squares - tales that unfurl - imitating life x 😍😍😍

[@penelopeschinwag]

Well, so true and poetic! I thought it was two weeks ago I did a previous episode but apparently it was only a week!! Feels like a lifetime, isn't time strange. xx

[@heatherharris6916]

you couldn't write it - so sew it instead@@penelopeschinwag 🤣🤣

[@marciastreeter5092]

What a perfect ending to our evening (in Michigan). The arrival of a new post is such a joy, as we watch for news on Pete's recovery. When your theme begins to play I mist up, as it feels like news from a wonderful friend, an also reminds me of all that has gone before. Your spool idea was so creative and will have all your company wanting to take a look. Our weather is matching yours...they are calling it the Michigan winter that wasn't, but we are not nearly as green as you yet. Looking forward to your macaron, and more news as Pete progesses. Well done Pete!

[@penelopeschinwag]

Lovely message, thanks so much. xx

[@ElaineP49]

So glad that Pete is much improved……onwards and upwards as they say!!…I love the spool with your beautiful squares all joined together….what a lovely keepsake….😀

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Elaine. I must say the spool is sitting on the coffee table in front of me and I love it. I've just got to make another one! Would make lovely presents don't you think. x

[@ElaineP49]

🥰 @@penelopeschinwag

[@craftycleggscreations]

I’m so please to hear Pete is doing so well. Thank you for such a lovely video, so nice to hear all about Tommy. I love your cute little tin full of. Abby’s bottoms. Lol lol Xxx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks so much. Glad you managed to get to see your daughter too.

[@raewynmckinley-kb4jg]

What a brilliant idea for the spool, I have one really didnt know what to do with it...but I do now lol. Pete will be so happy to be home and settled, he can eat what he likes too. You sound so cheerful, Im glad the stress is being lifted and you can get back to normal. ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

You're right he was truly pleased to be home and keeps wandering round saying how much he loves the place! Non stop eating in this house! So pleased you have an idea the for spool. See you soon. xx

[@margaretmartin6620]

P.S. I love your little nature bits at the end of your videos. That squirrel is so cute.

[@penelopeschinwag]

He is, even though he's a little demon scaring all the birds away - well him and half a dozen others. xx

[@helenogorman9467]

Delighted to see you. I'm so glad things are getting better. You remind me of a joke I heard once where a woman went to confession and said to the priest I'm afraid I have no sins to confess because my husband was ill so I havent been out! Your filming of the squirrel is excellent.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Yes, if you don't go out you can't get into trouble! xx

[@margaretgodfery7038]

Thank you for another interesting podcast. I’m very much looking forward to you showing how you make your macarons x

[@penelopeschinwag]

That will be out tomorrow evening. I found it difficult filming with overhead and sewing as well. Hope you enjoy it. xx

[@carotrike]

So good to hear Grandad Peter is doing well! Wish him well from Steve and I 😊

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks, message passed on. x

[@jenniferwatson6094]

Great news that Pete is continuing to mend. Good food, good nursing and a will to get well is his best medicine. Your craft is beautiful, so detailed. The photography of the squirrel was so crisp and adorable. Although I believe they are naughty, they must brighten your day. In Australia we have possums and they are noisy and naughty.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Jennifer, I would love to see a possum!

[@jenniferwatson6094]

@@penelopeschinwagnot sure you would like a brush tail possum. They are as big like a fat cat, look very cute and innocent but , eat roses and veggies greedily at night, make noises like a hungry tiger at night, (which scares most of us half to death) and jumps on the roof in the middle of the night and runs around like a hooligan. However little sugar glider possums are adorable, without any of the bad habits of the bigger possum.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Little sugar glider possums it is then!

[@cocoandflora6542]

Your quilted spool is wonderful and so inspiring! Well wishes to Pete x

[@penelopeschinwag]

Ah thanks, lovely to hear from you. xx

[@karenk380]

It's nice to hear that Pete is recovering well. Being home is the best medicine I'm sure. Your spool is perfect. Just the right size for your five inch squares. I have many squirrels here. They have figured out how to pop the top off my little mesh ball feeders to get at the seeds. The little red squirrels can sit inside and eat and eat and eat. The gray and black guys just stick their heads in. But I have my blue jays and chickadees as always. Today there are a few goldfinch, still in winter plumage, eating at the feeder closest to the window. Cat TV. Thanks for sharing. Nice to see you as always.🤗😊

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hi Karen, What lovely views you have. I would love a cute small red squirrel in the feeder, although they can be argumentative I think. I remember my cats watching the same TV!

[@kristinvoss9857]

I can imagine that Pete is doing much better because you are looking wonderfully rested. Your idea to put the 5" squares and the narrow pieces with flowers embroidered onto the woolen mill spool is just the thing. I think it is marvelous that life is on the upswing for you and Pete. I'm sure it is a great joy for your family to see him doing so much better and for you to look so lovely and bright. Such a gift for your subscribers to have another video so soon. However short each video is a joy. All the best, K

[@penelopeschinwag]

Such kind words, thank you. I must admit I thought it was two weeks since my last episode but no, only a week! Then the macaron one will be out today. Like buses, they all come along at once! See you soon. xx

[@carotrike]

Thank you SO much for showing that little tin! Husband Steve used to be sent down to the local dhop from the garage where he was apprenticed, to get the workshop forman's tobacco! Then a small company, then, as you said, taken over by Dunhill.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Happy to bring back that memory!

[@mousiemakespod]

Hi Pene and thank you! What a lovely idea to use the quilted squares in this way! It’s so good to hear the positive news about Pete. I’ve had a particularly busy week or so (including having my nieces to stay for a few days) and don’t think I got around to leaving a comment on your previous podcast but I meant to say how my heart felt warmed to see Emily tucked happily under your arm! I would never have guessed that the Baby’s Bottom tin would have contained tobacco - how funny! And you captured the squirrel beautifully - thank you! x

[@penelopeschinwag]

I wondered if you had had your nieces to stay. What fun. See you soon. xx

[@gillianroberts1568]

You have expired me to quit as you go . All your blogs expire me in one way or another . So glad that Pete is feeling better. ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

So pleased you have been inspired, enjoy your making. Thanks for the well wishes. xx

[@gillianroberts1568]

@@penelopeschinwag just read my comment back. expired ,inspired I meant 😂😂😂😂😂

[@carols_crafting_space]

So pleased Pete is doing well. I’ve just watched your Macaron tutorial and it’s brilliant. I love making them too. I know what I will be ordering tonight 🤣 The Quilt as you go looks lovely on the spool. I did see her video showing her stitching on one of them. Perfect way to store and enjoy them. Take care both of you 💕 just an addition….My Brother had a little squirrel that visited him at his flat in Surbiton. He would leave food for it and if he was late the squirrel would tap on the window 💓

[@penelopeschinwag]

How lovely. The seagulls here do that!

[@clareklesel1978]

Thank you so much for the video. I'm a recent subscriber and find them so inspiring. Very pleased to hear your husband is on the mend. x

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Clare, so lovely you have joined me. I do have a playlist should you wish to see past episodes. Pete is doing really well I'm pleased to say. See you soon. xx

[@kstahl9281]

This was lovely. I can’t wait to see how you do the macaron. I’m in a making mood this winter. I would like to try one. ❤

[@penelopeschinwag]

Super, Have a look out for the episode tonight xx

[@ginamills3155]

So delighted Pene to hear Pete recovering ,and to see you looking much better for it. The Spool of 5”blocks is perfect,what a lovely idea.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks so much. I thought it was two weeks since my last episode but its only one! That means he's doing even better! I love the spool, so pleased with it. xx

[@lynnyvonnestwo]

Hello Pene Good To Hear Pete is still processing, I’ve Been In Your Shoes And It’s Not A Good Place, Listening To You It All Sounds So Familiar, But We’re Through It Now And Fingers Crossed It’s All Good As We Go See My Husbands Consultant Soon, I Keep You Both In My Thoughts And Prayers, And Your Looking So Well Now, Love Your Spool Such A Good Idea, I’m Looking Forwards To Your Macaron Video, Happy Crafting And Sending Big Healing Hugs To Both XX Lynn

[@penelopeschinwag]

Well, you're in my thoughts and prayers too. Macaron episode is coming tomorrow! Enjoy your cross stitching. xx

[@carolynlambert6989]

G’day Penne, thank you for update how you & Pete are doing. Isn’t it lovely to be so well thought of, kindness & caring 🌷

[@penelopeschinwag]

Absolutely

[@rosemaryobrien2569]

I'm so glad your husband is doing better. I think you are indomitable too! Your cheerful nature & interest in everything as well your constant beautiful crafting is an inspiration to me. I want to be you when I grow up but since I'm already 70 I guess that won't happen but I love to see you anyway!! Take care!

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thats lovely Rosemary, thank you. I had a shock this week when our daughter Kim said she was 55 this year. How could that happen! That means I'm 75 this year! My mum had such a lovely spirit all her life - we'll take our inspiration from her. Look after yourself. xx

[@debbiestuckey6599]

What a beautiful idea to put your hand quilting/embroidery on that spool!! I can imagine children really loving to look at something like that! 💕 I'm so glad that Pete is doing better!!

[@penelopeschinwag]

I'm really pleased with the spool. I thought it was two weeks since my last episode so he's doing even better! xx

[@traceybeale1761]

Hi Pene you are looking so good it’s lovely to see that you and Pete are doing so well. I admire your positive outlook on life and of course your beautiful craft work. What was the cardigan you were wearing in your video it looks so pretty on you the colour really suits you ❤Take care

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hi Tracey, thanks so much for your lovely words. Someone else has asked about the cardigan. I knitted truly a long time ago. I'm going to look out the pattern and will tell you next time. I might even knit another one, although I do have three. Such an easy style to wear. See you soon xx

[@francesthomas4931]

Thank you so much for spoiling us with an update. Lovely to see the twinkle back in your eye and that down to your darling Pete finally being on the mend. Fascinating episode even without your fascinating fact slot. You had me giggling within minutes as the conversation darted here there and yes absolutely everywhere. xXx Till next time xXx

[@penelopeschinwag]

What can I say! I do miss the Fascinating Fact and from the hamper. Hopefully back with them soon. xx

[@bionance]

hi pene! such gooooood news about your pete! eat pete eat - esp. protein! peneeeee...i'm a quilter now! (ha). all my supplies came yesterday, so i got right down to it and sewed three blocks right then and am HOOKED. rachel (of stitched w rachel) tells me i've come over to the dark side... d'ya know, i think i'm pretty good at it! your spool is so clever! and love the macaron! wishing you and pete lots of yummy meals and seaside walks in the sun - cheers - libby

[@penelopeschinwag]

Looking forward to seaside walks and sun! Hopefully Monday is going to be sunny and Pete's goal is to walk a little way down the road just to see the real world. So so so pleased you are hooked. I hope it all worked out and your worst fears weren't realised! You say you think you're good at it. Of course you are - it's in the genes! Enjoy, relax and create. xx

[@GagaKnits]

Lovely to see you Pene and to hear Pete's getting better every day. X

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks Anita xx

[@christinamarquez9199]

Hi Penny, I love everything you show us. Would you consider showing us more of the items from your bin? The items from your parents and Pete’s parents. I do enjoy the stories you have that go along with those items.

[@penelopeschinwag]

Yeah, I will do. I haven't been able to face delving lately but feeling more like it now. xx

[@helenogorman9467]

I'd love that too. I love hearing the stories

[@jacquelineknox1977]

Hi Penelope. I am happy to hear that Pete is coming along so very well and you are keeping well. I just love your 5" squares and how you have mounted them. Such a different idea. They are all so pretty and each has it's own meaning. I will look forward to seeing how to make the macaron. What do you ultimately use them for? Just love the squirrel. We have possums in Australia, which are very similar but they only come out at night, so they can be elusive. Take care xx

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hi, Well you can use the macarons for whatever you want. I use mine for jewellery, but you could keep needles and thread or tablets or well anything really. I'd love to see a possum! xx

[@ronnadelavergne9217]

Well, make my day! So happy to find another podcast so soon. How wonderful to hear Pete is truly on the mend, and with a sweet tooth no less. If i lived close by I would bring him my favorite cake. Perhaps you might want to bake it? It's quick and fairly easy, from Yotam Ottolenghi's "Jerusalem A Cookbook ". Clementine & almond syrup cake (but oranges work beautifully instead), pg. 294, or online, just Google it! I've not made it with the optional chocolate icing. It's perfection without icing! In any case you look beautiful, and happy, and refreshed. Your stitching is gorgeous. The spool is a brilliant solution! I have one that I am going to use for a cross-stitch sampler. Did you knit the sweater you were wearing? Thanks for sharing your projects and your family with us. Last weeks images of the children were darling! Take care and the best to you both. 😊

[@penelopeschinwag]

Thanks, I got in a muddle and thought it was two weeks since my last episode but no only one week! I will look up the cake it sounds gorgeous. Using the spool for cross stitch is a great idea. I love them, I'll be tripping over spools before I've finished! I did knit the cardigan many many years ago, but out it comes and pops over the dress. I'll look out the pattern because I think it would knit up in a fingering weight and could use up some of my wool. I tried to take some film of Tommy yesterday but he was on the go go go and it didn't really work. Next time. Look after yourself. xx

[@dawnscraftycreations2776]

So glad to hear Pete is doing well. Sending him my best wishes please. I love the spool idea, I too watch Sarah’s channel, she good isn’t she. Where did you get the spool from?

[@penelopeschinwag]

Hope you're feeling better yourself. Will pass the message to Pete. There are plenty of spools on Etsy, different types too. xx

[@rosemarywinter1840]

Penny what is the thing you wrap your pastry in and put in fridge please love Donna

[@penelopeschinwag]

Bee's wrap eco wrap from Lakeland. You can get them from other places too.xx