Have you ever found a quilted heart out along your adventures? If so, you are very lucky! I first heard about this project about 2 weeks ago while scrolling through Instagram. At times, those leisurely scrolls stumble across some really "aha" moments!
The official I Found A Quilted Heart project started in January 2014 when a quilted heart was found in a cave in the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada. Since then, people all over the world have participated in making hearts as a random act of kindness. I have happily added myself to that list!
There is a lot more information on this website: I Found A Quilted Heart
Included in this website are the guidelines for placing hearts, a printable tag sheet, and a list of FAQS (frequently asked questions). There is no template for the heart itself as it's up to the maker to choose a desirable shape and size.
When a heart is found, there are places to "report" them, too! On the tag, the website is listed, along with a hashtag for Instagram. There is a Facebook group also, with photos of the hearts and often with a picture of the "finder".
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ReplyDeleteAwesome hearts and a great idea, thanks for sharing.
Have a great day!
That is a better idea than the painted rocks.. Thank you for sharing in Put your foot down.
ReplyDeleteI've found one before, and have only made maybe 2. Mine as well hung for quite some time :) The right person will come along and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea and your hearts are beautiful! The heart in the tree looks so sweet that I'm not sure I'd want to take it if I saw it. It looks like it belongs there!
ReplyDeleteThis little heart idea is intriguing. Thinking about sharing with my quilt guild.
ReplyDeleteI love hearts and what they represent. I think your idea is awesome. Thanks for sharing and spreading the love! I definitely be using this idea.
ReplyDeleteBless you,
Dana
What size are the hearts I'd like to make some have lots of scraps
ReplyDeleteMy hearts are approximately 4" x 4", but there is no size specified on the IFAQH site. I've made smaller ones and a few bigger ones too. All are beautiful and will be found by someone who needs a bit of sunshine and a blessing in their day! Have fun!
DeleteIs there a group for those of us that make these so that we may share ideas?
DeleteI made 18 and put them out I. The world today. Much easier for me than the rocks!
DeleteI found a quilted heart Pennsylvania #ifaqhpa
DeleteI live in Australia and we have had devastating floods in our town of Lismore and surrounding areas in NSW and a group of ladies started to make Hearts on Banners to give to devastated people in our area, some people will never go into their homes again, they do provide solace for many.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. I also sew and have made quilts which always include polka dots. I will be making a few from scraps to gift in Indiana
ReplyDeleteI like to leave mine on a shopping cart when I return it to the cart corral. I’m sure someone will find it. No one has ever posted their find, but I am happy to know that I might have brightened someone’s day.
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