I was having a conversation with my adopted mom this morning about a project she is working on for Christmas and I mentioned that I had some old tools she could have since I have upgraded a lot of my sewing stuff recently. It occurred to me when I said it that I am actually a pretty serious sewer these days, sewing as much as I can, as often as I can, and tackling bigger and bigger projects.This is the biggest one yet.
It is this large by accident really. My husband had worked out all the quilt math for me before I started cutting, but I swear he told me I needed to add seam allowances. It turns out he had already added seam allowances, and then I added them in yet again, except I am lazy and so instead of cutting pieces that would have been 13 3/4 inches with 1/4 seam allowances, I rounded all the way up to 14. Ooops.
It also made it a bit tricky to take a picture, as the quilt is more than 6 feet long. (I haven't washed it yet, but it is 75 degrees today and likely to snow by Wednesday, so I figured I had better get out there while I can.)Planning this one kept me up for a few hours one night. When Dave asked what I was doing up all night I had to answer with "You are going to make fun of me, but I was planning my quilt." I can't help it! It's the only quiet time in this house. And there are so many decisions to make. How many fabrics, which fabrics, what pattern, what binding, what embroidery.
I considered Merry Christmas, Season's Greetings and a few others, but really, don't we all just want Peace on Earth this year (and every year)?
What a gorgeous quilt!
ReplyDeleteOh I LOVE it!! You did great. I always prefer large quilts over smaller ones. And to answer your question, yes, I would love peace on earth.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!
The fabric is wonderful, really fun and colorful. And I love the whole quilt. It looks perfect to me.
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to get started on some holiday crafting (well, stuff I get to keep, I mean lol).
I think the size is great. :)
I didn't realize it was so warm outside. That would explain why I'm sweating my butt off in my cozy jammies. (yeah, still in them at 3:30...headed to the shower now lol!)
I'm loving it, as I do all of your sewing projects. Nice work!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool Sarah -- love that fabric!!!
ReplyDeleteSarah, it's beautiful! I LOVE that fabric, and your embroidery looks great. Wonderful! Are you going to hang it or use it?
ReplyDeleteFabulous quilt! And I love the fabric you used, too.
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt and the sentiment!
ReplyDeletePerfect for Christmas.
WOW! That's quite the accomplishment!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, what a fabulous quilt!
ReplyDeleteThe bigger the better, right?!? Especially when it's so gorgeous. I'm in awe of your skills!
ReplyDeleteTis a very sweet quilt Sarah. I really like the fabric you're using in the squares.
ReplyDeleteOh I've seen that fabric, I really like it! If it snows it looks like you have something wonderful to cuddle in :)
ReplyDeleteIt turned out so pretty and I love the fabric you chose!
ReplyDeleteLove, love the quilt !!!!Clarice
ReplyDeleteSarah it's gorgeous! I adore that fabric in the middle!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Sarah-- you too are a quilter!
ReplyDeleteWhat a super quilt - love the little birds on the fabric.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes from grey and rather chilly Liverpool
Wow, Sarah, what a pretty Christmas quilt. :) And the Peace on Earth is perfect!!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is gorgeous! I love the colours!
ReplyDeleteFab!!! I think it should be a seasonal comforter for your bed!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous! Bigger is better no? Will it debut on the "Flowers Bed"?
ReplyDeleteWanted to wish you Thanksgiving Blessings. Mary
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat's an amazing quilt.
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful because of the time and talent you put into it. I love it!
ReplyDeleteHappy turkey! LA
We are waiting for that snow here, too. Crazy weather, eh? We were outside in short sleeves yesterday soaking up the last of the warm weather.
Wow, still can't get you quilting gals!! Great work.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you!!
D.
Opps!! I meants to say get OVER you quilting gals!!!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this quilt! The "Peace on Earth" is absolutely perfect! :)
ReplyDeletelooks great - love the fabrics you chose!
ReplyDeletei want to make a quilt i can use in the living room, but im starting w/ that baby quilt kit and working my way up like you...except you're much, much, much further along!
:) D
Great looking quilt. And a great blog too. Thanks for stopping by my blog site and leaving the 'pickle' comment. I've added you to my blogroll. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog. That quilt is so beautiful! I am a novice to sewing, but will tackle my learning this coming year. Hopefully I'll be making lovely quilts like you! peace, danielle
ReplyDeleteWow, Sarah! It's gorgeous! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Wow, you've become quite the quilter in the last year.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving!! I am thankful for your blog, it is just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteLovelovelove your Holiday quilt.
LOVE the quilt. you did an awesome job in it!
ReplyDeleteI love that fabric you used for the squares and the quilt is really just lovely!
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt! I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love this! I had that fabric in my hands last year and somehow I put the bolt back (had my hands full of blots). Seeing this I'm crushing a soda can into my forehead!
ReplyDeleteI just love this Sarah!