I thought that I had this theme sussed ages ago but, then, naturally, I changed my mind at the last minute :)
We are hoping to get back to our holiday house in France soon, we haven't been able to visit since October last year. Like many others our summer holiday this year was a home stay and that, according to the headline below has resulted in a huge increase in the price of that Edwardian staple - the beach hut!
https://www.theguardian.com/money/2021/jun/06/why-the-humble-beach-hut-is-the-new-des-res
So, my quilt for this month's theme is a look back at the beach hut in it's heyday.
Once again, I turned to the Crafted Applique technique that I used in this raindrop for a previous challenge for my strolling beach belles.
She looks very swish for a stroll along the beach, doesn't she? I would love to have an occasion to wear a hat like that!
For more information on the construction of this mini quilt head on over to Celtic Thistle Stitches
I look forward to reading about my fellow Endeavourers responses to this challenge, as always I am sure that I will be amazed and inspired :)
What a wonderful picture! I love your beach belles, and the sense of perspective with the receding beach huts. I think you've really captured that Edwardian feeling :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Catherine, there is always something so joyful about a row of beach huts isn't there? I suspect given the summer weather in Britain it is about hope over experience :)
DeleteI enjoyed the mini-vacation I had while studying this piece! I would like to join these ladies for a stroll.
ReplyDeleteYou and me both Gwen, but maybe not in those heels on a sandy beach :)
DeleteThis is just lovely! The scene looks so inviting and relaxing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Wendy, there is something special about strolling along a beach isn't there?
DeleteLove the beach theme and the belles. Makes me want to join you there.
ReplyDeleteThanks Debbi, life is always better by the beach!
DeleteFiona, this quilt reminds me of a watercolor painting with its ethereal vibe. It's very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks Maureen, I had a lot of fun picking out the fabrics for the background and my OH's shirts came in very handy for the beach huts :)
DeleteThose were the days! Your beach belles are wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteThe prices for those beach huts now are staggering, those Edwardians knew what they were doing Janine :)
DeleteHi Fiona, it is so pretty and elegant and inviting at the same time too. I want to be on the beach with those ladies, possible eating an ice cream too!
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