Reneta's Ornaments

This is Reneta's Ornament quilt.  Reneta was part of two block swap groups last year.  She loved making ornament blocks for me so much  (See my quilt in my previous post), that she decided to request those blocks from her second swap group.   It is amazing how the light and dark backgrounds change the look of the quilts.

Reneta used friendship stars in her sashing which are very sweet.  I added the Advent pantograph consisting of Christmas trees and stars.  I used a shiny gold thread to add a little pop in the quilting.

So many fun fussy cut centres to enjoy!

 

My Christmas Ornament Quilt

I am excited to share a quilt that belongs to me!  I participated in a "Queen Bee" block swap with some friends this year.  There were 9 in our group.  Everyone was assigned a month to be "Queen."  My month was February.  Ahead of your month you select a block pattern and send it to the other participants and they make 2 blocks with the colors or other details you specified.  When it is your month,  you wait for the happy mail to start arriving!  

I selected this 12" Ornament block from Heather at The Sewing Loft blog, and sent everyone the Ruby Star Society Pine Speckled background fabric. I asked them to fussy cut something from their Christmas fabrics for the center.  (I am really glad I fully made a sample as there was an error in the pattern that I could correct before having everyone start on their blocks.)

I decided to add the eight pointed star sashing and added a thin gold border to tie it all together.

I selected the Gingersnap pantograph and used my favorite gold thread - Magnifico 2063 - Clover honey to add even more sparkle and shine to the quilt.

 

 

Here are some close ups of the fabulous fussy cut centres that everyone chose especially for me.  I feel pretty lucky to have such great quilty friends!

 

 

Dinorama T-rex on Roller Skates

I had so much fun adding a little custom quilting to Cindy's Dinorama quilt.  The pattern is fun design from Art Eat Quilting Co.

Cindy and I couldn't find a pantograph that we really liked so Cindy gave me the go ahead for some custom quilting.  I can honestly say I haven't quilted reptile skin before!

I stitched in the ditch around the dinosaurs and the features like their eyes and teeth. 

The topographical freehand pattern seemed like the perfect idea for the linen background.

 

Our Hearts Will Go On

Kristine made this stunning version of the Our Hearts Will Go On quilt.  I have quilted a few of these and I am still impressed with this creative take on a classic Storm at Sea block.  

 

Kristine selected the Breath of the gods pantograph, as she didn't want anything too tight for the quilting.

  

Kristine selected one of my Northcott Stonehenge wide backs that paired well with the Northcott Shimmer fabric that comprised the front.

Yet another quilt that could have easily stayed and lived with me!

 

Oh My Stars

 Let me start by saying that I have to get caught up on my posting as the white stuff is falling now and my backyard no longer looks like this!

Crystal made this lovely lap quilt for a friend who recently received a very sad terminal diagnosis.  Crystal knew she needed to get something finished quickly so she turned to the Oh My stars pattern.

 Oh My Stars is a free pattern from Pat Sloan that can be found here. 

Crystal dropped this quilt off just when a few new pantographs arrived and we both immediately loved how "Cassava" looked on her quilt.   I like the scale of it, and I think it will become a favorite in my collection.

Crystal chose the Dream Puff batting for its warmth and lightness.  I love the lofty texture that it adds to the quilt.

Baby Quarter Sections Quilt

If you are local to me you will know that these photos were not taken in the last few days, we are having our first snowfall of the season!  These photos were taken earlier in October. when I was finishing up this quilt.

My daughter Kendra and I made this sweet baby quilt for our neighbors who just had their first daughter.  We knew is was a girl ahead of time, so Kendra and I were able to pick out some really pretty fabrics at Needle Crafts and Studio in Beausejour.  (Thanks to Jennifer for being so patient while we moved many bolts while trying to come to an agreement).  We used the  Highway 10 Designs Quarter Sections pattern which uses five fat quarters plus borders to make a generous sized baby quilt.

Kendra and I shared the workload with her giving me the tasks she likes least.  I got to cut and add the borders, as well as quilt and bind it.  Kendra likes to piece and be in charge of the pressing, and I have to say she is more meticulous that me, so it really works out great.

I used the Tufty panto for the first time, and its smaller scale suited the baby sized quilt well.

I also love the peach flannel that we found for the backing as well.