Merry Wishes from Alpine Wonderland!

Merry Christmas from Alpine Wonderland!  Here’s a little table runner I whipped up last night to bring even more Christmas spirit to my home.  What’s more festive and fun than Nordic Christmas scenes?  Nothing, that’s what.

I realized as I was photographing this little guy this morning that it could easily serve as a wall hanging, too.  I can’t decide which way I like best.  What do you think?

I made three 15″ wonky log cabin blocks, then added a 2.5″ strip of white around the perimeter of the whole runner.  For the back, I just pieced together strips and large blocks from my leftover fabric. Finished, it measures 18.5″ x 47″ and is a great size for my dining table.

I also tried out some swirly quilting from Angela Walters’ book and though my quilting is FAR from perfect, I love the way the swirls lend even more whimsy to the already adorable holiday scenes.

While you’re eating a delicious meal and celebrating with your family, keep the citizens of Newtown and the rest of the less fortunate parts of the world in your hearts and be ever grateful.  I know I will.

Here’s to a white Colorado Christmas (fingers crossed!), lots of love and joy, and solace and comfort for those in the midst of a not-so-merry Christmas.