Suzi the cat helps out with the hand quilting |
This time around I am hand quilting a quilt for a show. The delivery deadline is one month away, and every spare moment is focussed on sewing, and even just a few stitches a day will bring it closer to its completion. I have noticed, as I surf the internet, that I am not the only one in this predicament. As you can see, I am getting a lot of help from Suzi, who can't wait until it is back from the show and in full circulation. All I REALLY want to be doing is more of my Nearly Insane Quilt, or to use the fabric, and to do some of the small projects I brought back from my trip to the USA, but this self-imposed deadline has taken over my LIFE!
Nearly Insane Quilt Edge and Corner Blocks |
Nearly Insane Quilt Block 92 (Edge Block) |
So it is back to quilting. However, this weekend is offering up some good television entertainment, which is VERY good for quilting. We have the start of the Tour de France, the British Formula 1 Grand Prix, and even the new series of Top Gear. I hope to get a lot done.
Joining up with Crazy Mom Quilts AND Feline Friday!
NUMBER OF PIECES: 24
DIFFICULTY: 4/10
SMALLEST PIECE: Triangle, 3/84 (1.9mm) x 1 1/16" (27cm) x 1 1/16" (27mm)
LARGEST PIECE: Square 1 1/4" (32m) x 1 1/4" (32m)
TECHNIQUE: English Paper Piecing (EPP)
FABRICS:
Rural Jardin by French General (Leaf Trail Rouge) for Moda
Quilters Basics (Memory) Stof
"Polka Party III" by Holly Holderman, Lakehouse Drygoods (#03035)
I really should be working on a quilt for our county fair in August. It's supposed to rain this weekend so maybe I can finally get started on quilting something. Glad to see that Suzi likes your quilt...it compliments her white bib nicely. LOL! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteGood job taking the train so you can squeeze in a little bit of time with some hand piecing.:)
ReplyDeleteit must be snuggly as well as beautiful, according to your cat!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy following you make these blocks! I'm still in awe...
ReplyDeleteI love your red and white theme, and your kitty is so sweet!
ReplyDeleteI have just looked at the many posts you have on your blog about your Nearly Insane quilt. It is truly beautiful. I just LOVE it. Your quilt will be such a beautiful quilt to treasure. I am really into EPP at the moment and love the portability of it as well as the relaxation of making a quilt while seated anywhere comfy. As opposed to sitting at a machine. Can you please tell me where I might be able to purchase the pattern. I might be just insane enough to give it a go.
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