DOWN A CAROLINA ROAD

It has been once again a long time since I posted!  So much going on. . . but mostly great things happening.  Since I last posted we named the quilting business THREE STRANDS QUILTING.  Custom orders for memory quilts are really coming in and I am so thankful.  A few baby quilts, tshirt quilts, and of course a few for fun too!  Here are some pics of what I have been up to lately . . .

Sweet Cupcakes Print - Baby Girl crib quilt

Memory Quilt order on the frame - made from a loved ones shirts

This lap size quilt is going to BULGARIA!

Another custom order memory quilt made from a loved ones shirts.

Another flower on the SWEET cupcakes baby girl crib quilt

The new frame makes it so much easier to quilt these larger size quilts!

First run on the new frame - quilting vines on solid cloth

It took a little practice to get used to free motion quilting on the frame vs pulling it through the sewing machine

This is a prayer quilt pattern on the frame getting quilting

A banner to hang in our church and YES each one of those pieces were cut and then sewed to the one inch black "leading" border.

Custom order t shirt quilt

Another custom order tshirt quilt for a sweet friend! 

The first and probably my most favorite memory quilt yet!

Another view

A sweet baby girl crib size  quilt


So . . . as you can see THREE STRANDS QUILTING has been busy!  I didn't even show you all the pictures of projects in the works. . . so until next time . . . .God bless and travel DOWN A CAROLINA road safely now ya hear!

DOWN A CAROLINA ROAD

It has been a long time sine I posted anything here . . . summer has been busy!  But that school bell is getting ready to ring - "The most wonderful time of the year!"

I have been moonlighting a little bit with the quilting . . . . here are a few pics to share . . . . 

ans we did manage to have a little fun this summer.

Sweet baby girl quilt! The pinwheels are 3d 

Back side of baby girl quilt

Practicing free motion flower vine - cannot wait to try this on my new Grace Quilt frame with a carriage for my sewing machine!  Whoo Hoo!

Visits from son and daughter in law - church on Sunday morning!

Commissioned project for a young man going off to college - a t shirt quilt.

Another commissioned project - made with tshirts from her daddy's favorite fishing tees and other tees that he loved to wear.  He has passed away now and this is very rewarding to see the loved ones light up when they see their loved ones shirts displayed in a keepsake quilt.

Commissioned project for shirts from a customer's daddy;s shirts - Notice the Members only patch appliqued on the corner!  Too sweet!

Commissioned project for shirts from a daddy - this one turned out amazing! 

We even included the buttons and labels from the shirts!

Grand dog Stella!

A quilt for a baby that will be used in a mission's auction to raise funds

Making prairie points for a baby girl quilt

Another memory quilt from a loved ones shirts

We did manage to get a couple of beach trips in this summer

Our baby girl looking over the balcony at Wrightsville Beach

Another quilt for auction for missions

Trip to Scotland Heights Waterfowl Park - so fun

Our youngest son packing and repacking in the hotel to head to Guatemala on a mission trip

Our cat Boots being silly "Look at me!"

Visit from my sweet nephew!

It has been a busy summer but full of so many blessings!  Baby girl kept us busy with camps and travel.  Youngest son kept us busy with mission trip preparation.  Oldest son and his sweet wife came to visit a few times and we loved seeing them.  God is good as we travel DOWN A CAROLINA ROAD! 

Putting together the rows of a king size quilt

DOWN A CAROLINA ROAD . . . 

It's been a while since I have had the opportunity to tell you about all the new quilt projects in the works.  I have been so blessed that many friends have asked me to make quilts for them.  Memory quilts made from loved ones shirts and t shirts are keeping me very busy.  At first when I was asked to do this I thought I might not be able to do so and give the respect and tribute to the loved one in a "one of a kind" creation.  Well, I have to tell you  from the very first quilt I designed for a friend I was HOOKED!  This is truly rewarding.  The family members adore them and it is such a neat way to keep items that you remember seeing them wear and re-purpose into a wonderful keepsake.   Wished I had thought of this with family members dresses, shirts, handkerchiefs, jeans, etc.  for my own family. 

The t shirt quilts for teenagers and children getting ready to go to college.  Just finished working on the quilt tops for two of these projects and guess again - I'm hooked! 

Lastly,  custom quilts seem to be very popular right now. . . and why not?  It's your fabric choices, your design request and an original family heirloom for the future.  Baby quilts and specialty quilts like teams for college and color scheme choices are really wonderful items to give as gifts.  

I will leave you with a few pictures of items in the works and finished projects.  If you have an idea please email me at lisacarol99@gmail.com.  Also stay on the lookout for classes coming up in the fall . . . anyone can quilt, even on a simple sewing machine! 

Sweet T shirt quilt in the making for a friend 

For my friend Sheila

Memory quilt for a friend - love the MEMBERS ONLY feature

Memory quilt from men's shirts - even with the buttons and tags!

Cute baby quilt - "You are my sunshine"

Wonderful way to remember a parent or grandparent - this is a before
 the sandwich quilting was completed.

Working on putting together rows for PURPLE for Sheila

Cute lap quilt for the sweetest little girl Madelyn

DOWN A CAROLINA ROAD . . . .

to the BAT CAVE we go! 

Folks you just have to check out this quaint little town with some awesome rentals - right on the river!  Nearby you can horseback ride, zip line, waterski at Lake Lure, day trip to Biltmore Estates and you are near Chimney Rock!  This rental is very affordable too!  $350.00 for 2 nights! The third night is cheaper! They also have another one to rent too.  Call Marion or Bruce at 

Book your weekend or a week- we already have!  Be sure and tell them that you read about it here at lisacarol99@gmail.com.

This brand new 1 Bedroom Bungalo GETAWAY is located right on the Rocky Broad River. This home was built in the early 30's and with the new remodel, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, TILE FLOORS,Living room & Bath, Large throw rug in living room, you have all comforts of home. The peacefulness of the river lulls you to sleep at night. Sliding Glass doors with Blinds in the glass open up to your Large Rear Deck.

There is a 40 x 16 private covered rear deck with a 6 person private Hot Tub W/Waterfall overlooking the river. There is an area down by river for Bon Fires, ask desk for details. 

There is WiFi available for those with a computer. There is a table inside for eating also for 4 & a table for 4 on the rear deck.

Bat Cave has 400 people No Red Lights, 2 Stop signs, No Town,
No Gas Station, No Grocery store( is 8mi. away) 2 Bridges &
1 Post Office. 

Bat Cave is like the Old Route 66 it was the Old Trader's Trail or Post Road in the 1800s from Asheville to Charlotte & Columbia until the Interstate System was developed. It had a Horse Exchange & the only drinking spot on the route. We are set at the crossroads of 64,74 & 9
2 Lane nice paved road now. 

If you just need a romantic get away, we have the place for you! The Queen size bed features a new Tempur Pedic foam mattress. There is also a full living room area to sit and relax in. With a New 37In. VIZIO FLAT SCREEN TV & DVD, Casset (Direct TV NFL Sunday Ticket & Stereo. Or you have a spectacular view on your private patio with swings or a small bistro table to sit at and enjoy a nice lunch or dinner. 

Just steps from the river makes a great time for swimming or fishing. Trout fishing is a lot of fun with a river stocking taking place once a week. Only a 1/8 mile up stream or 1/10 mile down stream you are sure to enjoy throwing your line out to see what you pull in. Sit and relax by reading a book or watching the bats and birds feed, Otter, Mink, Muskrat, Beaver, Herring, Ducks, White Squrril, along with other wildlife. 

We are 12 miles from Hendersonville, and only 22 miles from Asheville. Asheville Airport is appox. 19 miles from the property or Black Mountain is 18 miles. Chimney Rock is just 2 miles fom us and a great little town to go shopping in. Lake Lure 3miles 

The area is great for Motorcycles, and group tours are available (ask for more details). We ride and have circled the US on our bikes back in 1999 28,000 Mi. in 3 months. It was a trip that we will never forget and have met some of the nicest people by just getting away. Many have become life long friends. This area in the mountains has so many hidden treasures, come and let us show you just a few. 
* In the end it is not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years*
Abraham Lincoln

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  SITTING IN HOT TUB OR ON DECK LOOK 1/2 MI. STRAIGHT UP RIVER
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  PRIVACY 4 BURNER GRILL & FRIG ON REAR DECK
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  Kitchen, Bow Flex, Bathroom to Right Pocket doors, Ice maker, Tile floors, Frig
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  From seperate Livingroom,to Left Queen Tempur Pedic, Bow Flex, Full Bath Right
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  Sun Deck off to side of covered deck
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  Steps going down to Sun Deck
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  BRUCE SKIING ON THE RIVER ROPE TIED OFF TO A LARGE ROCK
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  Chimney Rock a sight not to be missed, Taken off the roadside

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  16X40ft COVERED DECK ONLY 10ft AWAY & 10ft ABOVE RIVER WATER
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  Livingroom, Fireplace, 32"/ HD With the NFL Sunday ticket, Leather Couch & Futon
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  Frig, Microwave ,Granite Tops, Ice Maker
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  Bath Tile floor & Privacy pocket doors from bedroom & Living area
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  Covered deck looking down stream
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  Raft in River just below Sun Deck, Tied off to both sides of river
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  FORK OF 2 RIVERS RIGHT BEHIND YOUR REAR DECK
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