Proud to be Canadian Quilt

Kris brought this fabulous Mountie quilt that was a labour of love.  Kris is also part of an RCMP family so this will be a family treasure I'm sure.

The pattern is called "Love of Country" from a booklet called "Proud to be Canadian - True North Strong and Free" from Ruffled Elegance.  This quilt seemed familiar, and I found a copy of the book that I was given somewhere along the way,  I couldn't find a publication date, but it was an official product under license from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Foundation.

Kris said she worked on this over a number of years - I can see why.  The are about 225 log cabins blocks in the centre maple leaf section before you get to the trees or the applique!  

It was quilted with the Fascination pantograph and a nice blendy thread - So Fine # 456 Goose Down.