February 17, 2010

Patchy

One of the projects I started working on during the storms was a patchwork quilt. 02-17-10 002 I selected a lot of small remnants from DeBois and worked on learning to use my sewing machine by putting different patterns and colours together in not-so-neat rows. 02-17-10 005Once I decided I’d had enough, I put the rows together to make a top and then by a nightmare process of trial and error, I added pink blanket binding and a backing of a charcoal gray fleece.  02-17-10 009 The blanket measures about 60 by 80 inches and was very unwieldy to manage as I sewed it all together!02-17-10 003I think that I will secure the back on to the front by sewing on some buttons on the fleece side.

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I can’t decide whether it will be my blanket or Connor’s.

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  1. GrannySmithGreenFebruary 17, 2010 at 11:17 PM

    Are you sure you are a sewing novice? I am so impressed by what you've done! Way to go Meg! (Oh, keep it for yourself. It's your first quilt!)

    Sorry, Connor--you got the first pigadillo!

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  2. DC by DesignFebruary 17, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    Meg, your talent NEVER ENDS. I am so glad I can say I know you. This post inspires me to finally take action and turn those grain sacks you helped me find at the DC Big Flea into those pillows...

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  3. Tracy WatierFebruary 17, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    How fun! Love the color and pattern combinations. And your meandering rows are charming. Do you know how easily you could sell STACKS of those remnants to hobby sewers like myself? So we could all have such a cute quilt.

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  4. TeriFebruary 18, 2010 at 12:05 AM

    Just this week I found the blocks and fabric for a quilt I started (and put down) about 25 years ago!! I was learning to lap quilt and had stuck my poor thumb so much it got inflamed! I think I may give it another go this summer and see if I can get it finished.

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  5. TeriFebruary 18, 2010 at 12:07 AM

    BTW... I love the happy colors of your quilt! Conner doesn't need it!

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  6. Low Tide High StyleFebruary 18, 2010 at 12:21 AM

    It's beautiful!!

    Kat :)

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  7. BirdFebruary 18, 2010 at 1:30 AM

    Its a little big for Connor, don't cha think???

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  8. The Blushing HostessFebruary 18, 2010 at 3:41 AM

    I adore patchwork quilts. You are to be commended for your patience however, Meg. No small understaking!

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  9. Mrs. BlandingsFebruary 18, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    Geez, Meg - you are a sewing machine! It looks terrific. I'm incredibly impressed.

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  10. Pigtown*DesignFebruary 18, 2010 at 9:04 AM

    Hey Bird... he's a big dog, and if it keeps him off the sofa/bed/etc. than i am happy to give it up to him!

    xo

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  11. La Maison FouFebruary 18, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    I love this, espescially the fabrics you used. Aaah, love Connor, but this is so pretty! If it were for my pup I WOULD BE WASHING IT ALL THE TIME.
    You did an incredible job, my grandma's used to quilt, such a lost artform.
    Thanks for sharing!
    Leslie

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  12. The Peak of ChicFebruary 18, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    Wow! Isn't that something??!! I'm duly impressed. It looks really great!

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  13. MarnieFebruary 18, 2010 at 7:49 PM

    no idle fingers in your house - from jewelry to quilts - you will always remember the big snows of 2010 when you snuggle under your wonderful creation. It looks great.

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  14. Susie @ Maddie G DesignsFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    So pretty! BTW, I made it there today and mentioned I found them through your blog....what a gem of a place. Thank you so much for sharing with us all!

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  15. ilovelimegreenFebruary 21, 2010 at 9:09 PM

    Have you ever tried strip piecing - it is more random and spontaneous than piecing square by square.

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  16. katiedidFebruary 22, 2010 at 2:40 PM

    Although I am sure Conner deserves this beautiful thing, I think you deserve it more!! It is just beautiful and perfect for Spring. Nice job Meg!!!

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  17. pve designFebruary 24, 2010 at 3:09 AM

    There has never been a quirky quilt/patchwork that I did not find intrigue and inspiration. Might I suggest embroidery floss rather than the buttons. It works nicely and is soft for you or Connor. You tie it to the front, needle and thread...you could use a multitude of colors and space it equally around.
    Love all those patterns. Way to go!

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  18. 72 and sunnyFebruary 24, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    that's adorable. nice job!

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  19. LeeMarch 2, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    Your quilt is darling. All or your pieces look charming together.

    I have to ask - Does Connor ever eat quilts? My Madison would chow down on that.

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  20. Pigtown*DesignMarch 2, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Lee... Connor chews on paper! He ate pieces of my huge Paris map.

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