The tulips and trees are all blooming here in Michigan – spring is really here! We have had lovely weather this March and April (very unusual). We could use some rain now to give all the new plants a good drink.

I have not been out in the garden at all. Making way for the addition removed a large chunk of my garden which has not been replaced yet. In addition, Mom and I are trying to clear out her condo to get it ready to sell, so I haven’t had any time for gardening anyway. I must admit, though, that if I have a choice between gardening and quilting, I pick quilting just about every time. Do you garden instead of quilt in the good weather?

I love the springy colors of this quilt I call BirdSong. I made it last spring using my Urban Trail pattern. I believe the main fabric with the birds is from a Basic Grey line for Moda. Unfortunately, all I have left is scraps with no selvedges to give me more info! I must get better at keeping notes on the fabrics I use.

I hope the weather is lovely wherever you are and you have some time for quilting AND gardening!