Is it Spring Yet?

I started this quilt in 2002 in a design class. After that many years, all I had were my parts and pieces, a photo, and no idea what my original plan was supposed to be. However, I took the above on our January holiday and this is what came out of it: a new (sort of) design, a new name (it used to be Flowers in the Trees) and some new applique, which I love. It is about 20" x 32" and the sleeve is on, label will be after I finish this post. I'll put in some closeups of those delightful little chickadees. 

I'm thinking trees are calling me. It seems that every time I see a tree, I want to make a quilt inspired by something in the tree - the lines, colors, shapes. Anyway, this one was fun, but I am so glad to get one more UFO off my list!