QUILT STORIES - Adventureland Quilt by SUZYQUILTS

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Suzy Quilts is offering 20% off on the Adventureland Quilt pattern this weekend (Aug 13- Aug 14) so if you’re interested in making a version of this quilt, now’s a great time to get the pattern! suzyquilts.com/shop/adventureland-quilt-pattern-download/

[@conniegamache3367]

Miss Cathy! Jessica is my son's girlfriend and she is the most precious girl ever!! I cried when I watched this video! She showed me the quilt and told me how you made it from men's shirts. She loves it dearly, AND YOU! She misses you all and talks about you all frequently. Thank you Miss Cathy, for making this wonderful quilt for this wonderful girl.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Connie, how wonderful to see your name and comment here! Jessica is just the best and I do love her so dearly.🥰❤️ We are all still so heartbroken that she is no longer working with us. 💔 It was my pleasure to make this quilt for my sweet Jessica!

[@stellaunger8568]

You’re absolutely precious Kathy! Thank you for your time spent sharing your love of quilting. 😃❤️🌺

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Stella! Thank you so much! 🥰❤️ Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊👍🏻

[@UsernameUnkwn21]

What a beautiful quilt..and YOU are a delight in the world of YT quilt content creators

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh my goodness, Joan! ☺️🥰❤️ I’m humbled and honored by your comment. What a wonderful compliment! 🥹

[@shannoneaster9311]

Exactly why creating “quilt hugs” for those we love is so rewarding and such a precious part of a quilter’s life. Thank you for sharing your experience with this quilting tradition. Bless your quilty heart! ❤️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

It is such a rewarding experience to share our love through quilts!! Thank you so much, Shannon, for your sweet comment! ❤️

[@traceyshoun1005]

I get so excited when I find you have a new video. I hope you know how much joy you bring to your viewers.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

You know, I probably don’t. Lol! 😂😘 But comments like yours are so meaningful to me and help encourage me to keep at it! Thank you so much for watching and for your comment! ❤️

[@jananderson8332]

I'm thorughly enjoying watching this video. Its really fascinating hearing about how the fabric choices came about and I love your style of presenting, it feels like we're just having a coffee together and talking quilts ! Bliss xxx

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Jan! I feel that way about the viewers…that you’re just hanging out with me and I got on a roll talking about quilts! ❤️ So glad you’re here with me! 🥰

[@Kaylene16]

I love your story telling and your use of the English language! You just don’t hear the word verklempt enough! Thanks for a great video!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thanks, Kaylene! ❤️

[@TheVelvetKitten]

I didn't even think it was possible to like you more than I do, but this whole video ... was wonderful! Just so wonderful! TY. Restored my faith in goodness! And ... that quilt is amazing!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you so very much. 🥰 I don’t even know what to say except that I’m humbled and rewarded by your kind words.❤️

[@sherryfaires7931]

I enjoy your videos so much! Jessica is a lucky young lady to have a friend like you and to receive such a beautiful quilt made just for her! I know she will love it and will keep it forever! Thank you, Cathy!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Sherry! ❤️ I hope she does! 🥰

[@glynisreynolds446]

Watched this again and still love it 😍 An amazing quilt with an amazing story 😊 Thanks Kathy and Paul 👏👏🇬🇧

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Glynis! 🥰

[@susyk6839]

I love how you recycle men's shirts and turn them into masterpieces. Your quilts are beautiful. And your inspiration is amazing. Just found you & so glad I did.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh my goodness, thank you! ❤️ I’m so glad you found me, too! Thank you for watching and commenting! ❤️

[@AngelaMaddux-sp5vs]

I love your quilt stories. Every quilt does have a story. It takes so much time to make one and that should justify taking time to tell and listen to the story. I'm in Alabama too, near Auburn.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Angela! ❤️ Hey there, Alabama girl! (and War Eagle!)

[@pammeinzer6757]

I love confident beginner. I also love this quilþ. Thank you for showing this.

[@AJourneytoMe]

I absolutely love your videos. I love your humour, conversation, storytelling, your spirit and your style of video editing that is subtle but adds to the conversation. And of course, your quilts, the topics you cover and your ability to teach are spot on. I'm new to quilting. I haven't yet created one but for a number of years now, I've been collecting fabrics, sheets and clothing items from 2nd hand stores. Thank you for sharing your insights and bringing us along on your quilting journey.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Wow! I’m blown away by your kind words…really! 🥹 I cannot tell you how much comments like yours mean to me. ❤️ Thank you for being here in this space with me, watching and commenting! 🥰

[@jeanetterochnowskis142]

Oh Cathy you so made me cry this morning from this lovely story. You truly are a rare gem and your co-workers know this as well. Such a wonderful gift of love. I can't wait to share my first block with you as I am getting more and more excited to start my first quilt. Still fabric gathering. Lol More videos PLEASE. The KZbin community already loves you and waits with anticipation for your next video! 💕💕💕🤗🥰👍

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Jeanette, for your sweet words and tender heart! I’m excited for you starting your quilt! ❤️

[@melodyouellette929]

I love this story so much I had to rewatch this then share❤️

[@sistersister2999]

Creating with color and texture out of and for the love of others is why I love quilting! #ihavealottosay and I’ve said lots with a quilt when I couldn’t put together words. Thanks for sharing the love!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Me too!! The beauty of textile work (any kind but especially quilting) is exactly that-color and texture and sharing our love for others! ❤️ Thanks for watching and commenting! 🥰

[@nitescudelia8777]

Absolutely beautiful ! Especially because it's made from love !

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I think the love that we put in quilts make them more beautiful. But I’m such a sap, so there you go. 😂🥰 Thank you for watching and for your comment! ❤️

[@nitescudelia8777]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts 🥰🥰🥰

[@littlepurpleladybug]

I am so glad you posted a video explaining the quilt. As quilters we get the love and hig that goes into a quilt. I love your channel and videos and finally caved and bought the Adventureland pattern.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Elisabeth!🥰

[@lindaherrington6291]

The quilt is beautiful, and I love the bubbles. I'm sure Jessica will treasure this personal gift, and her memories of your friendship.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Linda! 🥰❤️ I love the bubbles too!😊❤️ Thank you so much for commenting!

[@lindaadams9211]

I love that quilt. It is very much a happy quilt. I love all you have to say. And very much like your videos.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Linda!! 🥰❤️

[@silver_csmith]

I love everything about this quilt!! 👏🏻👌🏻❤️ Such a wonderful, heartfelt gift. I’m sure Jessica will love it!! Thanks so much for sharing you and your stories 🥰

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh wow, thank you, Charity! 🥰 Thank you for watching them and for your wonderful comment! ❤️

[@upriver7047]

It's a beautiful and thoughtful quilt, Kathy. Your friend will cherish it always. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you for being here to watch and for your sweet comment! 🥰

[@veronicaosborn3029]

I am fairly new to quilting (3 yrs) and have only made quilts for gifts. Currently I am making 3 memory quilts out of clothes and have had to incorporate other new fabrics as sometimes this can’t be avoided. I also never really used IG until I discovered the quilt community. So much inspiration! I have about 100 quilts I want to make. Lol. I have to make myself stop looking sometimes! I am in awe of the English paper piecing quilt artists but not sure that is something I could pull off! Anywho, thanks for your videos! They are always comforting, entertaining and informative! ❤️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Veronica! I have about 100 quilts I want to make, too!! 🥰 and like you, not sure I want to tackle EPP! 😳😱 Thanks for watching and commenting-so glad you’re enjoying the videos!

[@happynanna4749]

That quilt is gorgeous!!! I sure wish that I was Jessica. Lol I LOVE your charm and energy. Blessings!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you so much!!❤️

[@anneoconnorao]

Gorgeous!!!❤❤❤

[@conniemurdoch8528]

I love, love, love the humour that is in every video! I was thinking what fun it must be to live in your home and see the day to day laughter! I have the same sense of humour but no one in my family gets it.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Connie! 🥰 I’m probably not as fun when I’m just being a mom (lol) but I do laugh a lot still! And sometimes my family loves my sense of humor, and sometimes not so much! 😂

[@conniemurdoch8528]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts We raised 4 daughters and had 9 grandchildren and now two great grandchildren. I remember one day the grandkids were planning a sleepover and kept asking for treats and fun things and anything they wanted it was “sure we can do that. “ Finally the two of my daughters that were having a couple of child free days due to said sleepovers, were looking at us with big wide eyes and mouths open, and one said to the other “ that is *NOT* the same woman that raised us!”. Their eye rolls that started when they were 9 or 10 are still present in their 40’s and 50’s. Be forewarned. Grandkids grow up twice as fast as your own kids and the great grands at least 4 times as fast.

[@vangiebrake2295]

What a wonderful gesture of love on your part. I feel your joy and know the quilt will be loved to bits. It was very courageous of you to share your feelings with us. Thank you.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Vangie, for all of your kind words.🥰❤️ Sometimes I “put myself out there” and then realize that it could go badly. Usually, though, my vulnerability is met with overwhelming kindness and support.(like your comment.)🥹Maybe that’s why I keep doing it! 😄☺️

[@melanienicholson2834]

she will adore it and feel loved.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Always my goal! ❤️ Thank you, Melanie.

[@lisasmyth6408]

I really like your style. I 'm glad you shared the quilt with us.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Lisa!❤

[@kathyterrell1547]

The quilt is wonderful, but the story and memories behind the quilt will last a lifetime. Really cool story, and quilt!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Kathy! ❤️ That is so true, and one of the beauties of quilting-the memories! 🥹 Thank you for your comment and for watching!! 😊❤️

[@marybethglaser2185]

What a beautiful quilt and such a wonderful gift. Your friend will cherish it forever.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Mary Beth! 🥰 I hope so!! ❤️

[@debracavallaro9215]

Funny how quilts make us a little emotional. We put so much love and effort into the process and we hope the recipient sees a glimmer of that. Or just snuggles up with all the love. You made a beautiful quilt for a friend. Kudos!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

It’s SO true. So much love there…and you’re 100% right that my prayer is always that the recipient accepts even just the smallest portion of that love. (“Glimmer”-perfect.) Thank you, Debra, for watching these videos and commenting, and understanding. ❤️🥰😘🥹

[@kathyt7252]

Beautiful quilt. The colors are gorgeous.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Kathy! 🥰❤️🌈

[@pamelagreen8543]

Beautiful quilt!!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Pamela! ☺️

[@elizabethcollins8817]

A Beautiful story 🌹

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you!❤️

[@michellenisun6308]

I just love all of your videos. Your quilts are stunning! Thank you for sharing your quilting story.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh thank you, Michelle! 🥰❤️ Thank you for watching and for your comment! ❤️

[@nicolebeauchamp7622]

Wow, wow and wow! That quilt is so striking and amazing. It is perfect in every way. I definitely want to add this to my to do list.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh wow, thank you, Nicole! You will LOVE making this pattern…it comes together so fast!! ☺️🤩🥰

[@RobinHarris61]

I love your quilt story. And the quilt is amazing. It reminds me some of a Mexican blanket. Love how the colors all came together. Jessica is going to love it! ♥

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh I can TOTALLY see that! What a great compliment! ❤️

[@jeanetterochnowskis142]

Have a tip for you Cathy...I use a clean gum eraser to remove tiny threads left behind after using a seam ripper. It has enough grab to wipe them away in just seconds. Works great!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Genius! I will try this next time I seam reap (😉) a shirt!! ❤️

[@imogenethomas1138]

I have a friend nearby who does long arm quilting. Any thing bigger than a throw size is extremely painful for me to quilt, due to back and neck issues. I’m very happy to support her small business with my larger quilts.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I love that...supporting local businesses and recognizing our own limitations! Such an important thing in a creative pursuits! ❤️

[@stitchinginthebarn8307]

You are a born storyteller. Thank you so much for sharing this quilt. It's beautiful with a lovely origin story. Have a great day!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh my goodness! Thank you so much! 🥰 thank you for being with me…watching and commenting! ❤️

[@debrat777]

Sweet! Love how the quilt turned out. What a wonderful thing to do for your friend. ❤️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh thank you so much! ❤️🥰 She deserves all the kindness and love in the world! ⭐️

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

The quilt is stunning and Jessica will love it. Thank you

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Cynthia! ❤️

[@laurarenda8383]

Such a lovely gift, I love your tutorials and your southernness 😂 I am so excited to start quilting with men's shirts. It's my next project. Have a great weekend!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Laura! 🥰 and boy, that southernness comes through loud and clear, doesn’t it? So excited for your next project!! 🥳😊 You’ll have to let me know how it goes! ❤️

[@roseswalls3468]

I love the stories of your quilts. You have a great way of telling the story. If you like strawberry ice cream, do you like strawberry milkshakes? They are so refreshing!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Rose! And I DO like strawberry milkshakes! ❤️

[@pamwalker7307]

I have been working on a quilt for a sweet friend. The day before I was to sew on the binding I got sick with that thing that’s been going around for a couple years. I’m enjoying all your videos while I recover. Can’t wait to bind her quilt and get it in the mail. This video expresses the sentiment behind quilting for others so well. Hugs!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww, thank you, Pam! 🥰❤️

[@tonihayes4064]

Beautiful quilt!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@shelleydavies349]

You are a breath of fresh air. Love your videos. ❤️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh my goodness, thank you! 🥰❤️

[@anitajackson8622]

Hi Cathy from beautiful NC! Such a sweet video, beautiful quilt for Jessica. I loved that you said "Verklempt." Not a Southern word but what I was thinking it when you got misty-eyed and then you said it! I am so glad that you are on KZbin as I am not on Instagram or Facebook. Much love to you and your editor.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Anita! ❤️ Much love back to you! (And the editor appreciates it too.) You know I love a good word-and I obvi don’t mind borrowing them from other languages and cultures! 😂 (and I’m such a tender heart so verklempt is a good one to know!) ❤️ I’m so glad you’re along for the journey here on KZbin-thanks for the support and kind words! 🥰

[@jennamckenzie647]

I’m really enjoying your quilt stories! They are so inspiring 💗

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww thank you, Jenna! 🥰

[@itsmejeanmarie]

Looove your version of this new classic pattern. Would love to see a picture of it after it has been washed.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Ahhh…me too! Unfortunately it has already been given away! 😭😱

[@kathysnavely1802]

She will love the quilt., “C” athy! I am not a fan of some of the colors but, they came together beautifully. The point is it’s colors she will appreciate. At this time I don’t have any quilt stories, mine are stitch stories as I have cross stitch for more years then I can count. Have a blessed weekend everyone!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you for your comment, Kathy! I was a cross-stitcher for many many years and still love the look of a cross-stitched piece! I do always consider the color preference of my quilt recipients-it is important to me to make something that they would like, because it’s for them! ❤️

[@sallyward9218]

Gorgeous quilt by the way❣️ I love Suzy's patterns- I have 3 or 4 of her patterns :)

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you! And yes, Suzy is pretty amazing! ❤️

[@elizabethcollins8817]

I 💗 quilt stories 🧵🪡✂️🤗

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww! 🥰 Thank you, Elizabeth!

[@elizabethcollins8817]

Did I miss the video! I assumed it was premiering in mountain time?

[@danaandcompany9636]

Such a great story about how and why a quilt is made. I hope to begin labeling my quilts again. I did in the beginning of my quilting adventure but stopped somewhere along the way. To remedy this, I plan to begin a quilt diary and journal memories of quilts I’ve made in the past. Thanks so much for your calming thoughts and ideas. You are an inspiration to others.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

@@elizabethcollins8817 we release them at midnight CST…so next time you’ll know!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

@@danaandcompany9636 thank you so much for your kind words! 🥰 And I LOVE the idea of a quilt diary/journal. A tag just won’t hold all that goes into making a quilt! ❤️

[@sallyward9218]

Like you- I think I would end up with knots in my shoulders- and contrary to machine quilting- hand quilting is very relaxing. I know that traditional hand quilting with many many stitches per inch- "BIG STITCH QUILTING" goes rather quickly- and the result is also quite beautiful! I have such a fear of messing up a quilt top that I have taken the time and expense to make- that I stick to what I know. I have made 7 quilts this year so far- only baby size and throw size- but all hand quilted with big stitch quilting- I can quilt a throw in a weekend!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Interesting! For some reason I imagined it would be equally challenging-I haven’t hand-quilted before so I didn’t know that! Big stitch quilting seems to be all the rage right now, and I love the look of it! 😍 maybe someday soon I’ll try it out! ❤️😊👍🏻 Thank you for sharing!!

[@marshawallace7522]

Evey video of your's that I watch I learn just how similar our tastes are. I have never used shirts to make a quilt but I definitely have the "itch" to go thrift shopping for men's shirts. My biggest concern is that I have a lot of fabric stash! I might try to force myself to only look at sheets to use for backings.

[@26debsterdots]

Absolutely gorgeous ! On the backing could you still but little yellow dots on the white parts with a yellow marker you showed us ? Love your channel learning a lot from you. You really make my day. Thank you ! 🪡🧵💐

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww thank you, Debbie! 🥰 I probably could if I hadn’t already given it to her! 😭 why didn’t I think of that! 🤦🏻‍♀️ So glad you are enjoying being here along with me…thank you for watching and commenting! ❤️

[@vanillayogurt5650]

So love your sweet heart! 💗

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Sissie! 🥰

[@melodyouellette929]

❤❤❤

[@nancys4874]

Another fabric source (since it sounds as though you work in a medical field) is scrubs. They used to be all cotton, but now are more commonly a blend, but still nice. I made a wall hanging for my Dr. with recycled scrubs.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Yes! Excellent suggestion! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

[@christinahall3318]

Beautiful!!! Not only the quilt but your obvious sweet love for your co-worker. We quilters are a community of hugs! BTW how did you come up with the name CatBird?

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I was just remarking to my husband how much love there is in the quilting community! Thanks, as always, Christina for your support and kindness. ❤️ I will probably do a video on the name “Catbird”, but the short version is that it was my father’s nickname for me when I was little. ❤️

[@christinahall3318]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts that is the sweetest reason ever for the name! Those endearing names are the best!

[@connieprince9718]

I have the same issue with my neck and shoulders. Check out Simplicity S9331easy pattern with a hot or cold shoulder vest wrap using cotton, flannel, rice and finished with double fold bias tape. Two vest styles with collar for neck. Also included is an eye mask and a wrist wrap.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you for the pattern recommendation, Connie! I always seem to need some heat on my neck and shoulders!

[@tonihayes4064]

Is the back all one single piece (sheet) of is it multiple strips or pieces?

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

It is fabric that I pieced together! I tried a new method of matching prints and it worked *beautifully*…you’d never know it was matched and sewn! 😍🥰🤩

[@cynthiajones1461]

I notice that you always wear button up shirts. Is that so you can use your own shirts in a quilt when you no longer want them? Does it work as well as the men's dress shirts?

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

So I wear button up shirts because they are infinitely more flattering than t-shirts, and I don’t have the neck of a 20- or 30-something anymore! 😂 I have used Women’s shirts for fabric, but I have found that dealing with darts, extra seams tailored to make them fit, and decorative seams (plus the sizes are much smaller) make them not as useful or as good a bargain as mens shirts! 👍🏻

[@snickerbuckle]

Killing my shoulders and wrists manhandling anything larger than a baby quilt through a domestic machine is why I bought a longarm.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I’m so impressed with people who longarm quilt! And the more I do quilting on my machine the more I want someone to longarm quilt them for me! 😂❤️😘