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Friday, July 31, 2009

Au revoir

Its so hard to photograph black quilts but I wanted to show you my first ever applique quilt which I also hand quilted.
I adapted it from a Nancy Pearson pattern back in 1995. I made this specifically for our small guild challenge and it won a third place ribbon. The quilt also ended up in a New Zealand quilters diary. I used fabrics and methods that I would never use today and it's interesting to see the change in my style. I'm going to sit and baste these pieces on for my last princess feather block tonight. I'm hoping I can take it on holiday for a stitching fix when I need it.
I'm away in New Zealand for three weeks from Sunday. My DS, DD and granddaughters as well as a sister live in Auckland and I'm off to help out my DD as she is about to have her 4th child. A boy this time after three girls. My DS also turns 24 while I'm there and one of the children is turning two. I'm pretty excited to see them again.
Just in the nick of time I got my nine patches done for this month and thought I had better do next months as well. Never mind that I'm behind on my BOM.
I don't think I'm going to have much to blog about so this could be a break but I'll still try to keep up with my blog reading, until next time, may all your stitches be small.
Hoo roo as they say in Oz.

40 comments:

  1. ShariJuly 31, 2009 at 7:12 PM

    Have fun in NZ! Sounds like it will be a fabulous, and busy, time. Enjoy your blogging break... and leave room in your suitcase for new fabric!

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  2. LizJuly 31, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Have a fabulous time with your family and lots of newborn cuddles.
    Lizzie
    XXX

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  3. -girl from the bushJuly 31, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    janet , i hope you enjoy your break in n.z. make sure you bring warm clothes it's raining and a bit chilly just at the moment. I know coz i'm in auckland in the waitakeres!love those mm blocks. cheers sue N.Z.

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  4. AnonymousJuly 31, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    I hope you have a wonderful time with your family and all the best with the new arrival.

    cheers
    Christine

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  5. jeanJuly 31, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    Janet
    Have the most wonderful time, I know you have been looking forward to this. We will miss you if you can't blog but will look forward to your return and the sewing you may have managaged to achieve.
    Time spent with family is so special, savour the moment.

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  6. Abby and StephanieJuly 31, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    Your first applique quilt? And on black? How daring and gorgeous!!! Congratulations on the birthdays and births. Does this baby have a quilt already?

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  7. BetsyJuly 31, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    Love your black quilt. Have a fabulous time becoming a grandma again.

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  8. Karen - Quilts...etc.July 31, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    amazing work for a first applique quilt!
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  9. UnknownJuly 31, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Love your projects...have a lovely time away...lots to do with all the Kiddies...big & small...hope all goes well with the New Bub & DD.
    cheers

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  10. DorothyJuly 31, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    Enjoy your time in New Zealand, Janet, and all the cuddle time with your grandchildren.

    Your Mary Mannakee blocks are fantastic!

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  11. ranetteJuly 31, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    Enjoy the time with your family Janet. We will all miss you, but we'll survive :o) Love the Princess Feathers!

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  12. LoriJuly 31, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    How exciting to be seeing your family and helping out! We will miss you so have a great time.

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  13. MaritJuly 31, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Have a nice trip and visit! Your applique is so pretty, and I love the fabrics in your 9 patches. Also, thank you for your nice comment.
    ; )

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  14. CrispyJuly 31, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    Love your quilt, Bob happened to come by while I was looking at it and he really liked it too. Have a great time in NZ, you'll be missed :0)

    crispy

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  15. Terrie SandelinJuly 31, 2009 at 11:34 PM

    Isn't it interesting how our tastes change with time? I think I've gotten bolder with fabric but then that seems to be the trend over all. Love the black quilt and, of course, the princess feathers. Enjoy your holiday!

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  16. YankeeQuilterJuly 31, 2009 at 11:41 PM

    We had a fabric swap at my guild yesterday where we brought fabric that we used to use and traded it. I had lots of Oriental fabrics with me...it was fun to hear quilters talk about their old favorites and what they are doing now.

    Enjoy your time in Aus...sounds like you will be busy in a good way!

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  17. LurlineJuly 31, 2009 at 11:58 PM

    Have a wonderful time with your family - we will all miss you - make sure you post as soon as you get back - safe trip - God bless!
    Hugs - Lurline♥

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  18. QuiltedSimpleJuly 31, 2009 at 11:58 PM

    Have a great trip! I'm sure you will have lots of fun with family.
    Kris

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  19. DoloresAugust 1, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    Have a great time with your family! Love the fabrics in the block you are basting and I have admired Nancy Pearson for a long time. I wonder what she is up to now?

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  20. raineyAugust 1, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    How exciting to be finishing Princess Feathers! I'm just about to begin Flower Basket Medallion. I just LOVE KIm McLean and I don't think if it weren't for you and Megan Johnson at Will Work for Fabric I would even know about that talented and wonderfully flamboyant designer.

    I hope when you come back you'll tell more about the techniques you've abandoned and why. They certainly worked in that lovely black piece.

    Bonne vacances.

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  21. NedraAugust 1, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    Have a wonderful time with family. New Zealand sounds like the perfect place to be togeher.

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  22. DarleneAugust 1, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    Oh the anticipation of a new granddaughter - delightful. Enjoy your visit with 'yours'.

    The applique on black is very nice; love the nine patches, too

    See you in a few weeks - I'll be waiting.

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  23. Four O'Clock Quilt CompanyAugust 1, 2009 at 1:59 AM

    Good for you Janet!
    I posted a picture of my red and white blocks that I told you about. Please check them out, and have a great time with your children. I have 6 granddaughters and who knows if we will ever see a boy baby! What fun!
    Jonelle

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  24. MaryAugust 1, 2009 at 3:00 AM

    I love the polka dot background and the fabrics you chose. Maybe I'll be started on mine by the time you get back.

    I hope you have an absolutely wonderful time with your family. Really enjoy yourselves.

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  25. Chookyblue......August 1, 2009 at 6:54 AM

    have a wonderful time away and enjoy that new baby when he arrives

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  26. Cathy @ CabbageQuiltsAugust 1, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    Have a wonderful, wonderful time in NZ we will miss you. How fabulous to have the chance to catch up with your family though and the birth of your new family member!!! Can't wait to hear all about it when you return xo (beautiful first applique quilt by the way, you had talent from the start!).

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  27. JanetAugust 1, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    It sounds like an exciting trip! Nothing is more exciting than a new baby. Have a wonderful time.

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  28. KaarenAugust 1, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    Have a wonderful vacation with your family, Janet.

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  29. JuliaAugust 1, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    Gorgeous blocks..
    have a safe and wonderful time with family..
    Julia ♥

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  30. KarenAugust 1, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    I love your first ever applique and have a happy holiday!

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  31. RGAugust 1, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Have fun in NZ Janet, although you'll be working and helping a bit I'm sure, but it's different for the ones we love.
    I trust all goes well with your new GD's birth... Take care all.
    Have a happy time.. you'll be missed in blogland.
    Love the 9 patches and your first ever applique quilt.
    Stunning work even then.
    Thanks for sharing and safe trip.
    hugs
    Robyn xx

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  32. RGAugust 1, 2009 at 6:51 PM

    Sorry GS :D
    hugs!!

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  33. ameliaAugust 2, 2009 at 5:40 AM

    My your style has changed! But then again so have the fabrics the colours and patterns etc! And lets not forget the availability of fabrics! The girls are looking forward to seeing you and they have a little surprise for you!

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  34. ThimbleannaAugust 2, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Have a nice break! I thought I could keep up with blogs while I was gone too, but it didn't work. Relax and enjoy yourself!

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  35. RhondiAugust 4, 2009 at 11:45 AM

    Hi Janet
    You do beautiful applique work!
    Hugs, Rhondi

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  36. julieQAugust 5, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    Your first applique quilt is so pretty, I am glad you shared that one! And your nine patches, and your princess feather...wow, you are a busy girl! Enjoy your new little addition to the family.

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  37. raineyAugust 6, 2009 at 3:39 AM

    When you come back relaxed and refreshed and full of the pleasure of family and new babies, would you talk a bit about how you cut your templates.

    I'm just beginning Kim McLeans "Flower Basket Medallion". Obviously, my work will only be as good as my templates and the circles of various sizes are very hard for me to get round and smooth.

    Thanks so much.

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  38. Carrie P.August 6, 2009 at 9:54 PM

    Congratulations to you all with a new grandson coming. How exciting.
    Enjoy your time with your family.
    Love your first quilt. Even for your first quilt you are an expert.

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  39. DebAugust 9, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    Hi Janet

    I have been following your blog for some time and I think it's fab! I have just started my own blog - but I don't know if it's visible. Do you know how I can check this?

    My address is
    www.debkstuff.blogspot.com

    Thanks for any advice you may have.

    Cheers
    Deb K

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  40. UnknownAugust 25, 2009 at 3:20 PM

    WOW! This block is beautiful! You do amazing work!
    thanks for sharing....
    --
    Michell
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