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Monday, September 21, 2009

The last block

I was so happy  when I finished the last of the four blocks in the Princess Feathers quilt, I'm sure I gave myself a headache from being so excited. I  just can't help it, this pattern and these fabrics are just so darn cheerful.

I feel like I've made some real progress after putting together the middle with the sashings.

I need to finish all the circles on the right hand border and now that I've added one corner square, I'll be able to make a start on prepping the applique for it.

I seem to be dividing myself between two projects at once, such contasts in fabrics. I've had a burst on prepping some more Mary Mannakee blocks.

I'm in a rhythym with prepping now, it goes something like this..........
  • Make an overlay.
  • Gather fabrics.
  • Make templates and lay them out on the pattern.
  • Select fabric to match up with templates.
  • Sew.
  • Enjoy.
It all takes time.

68 comments:

  1. Kim BrackettSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    I'm staring at your Princess Feathers quilt in disbelief! It's hard to imagine all the applque' work in that quilt. It's absolutely stunning!

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  2. TerrySeptember 21, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    Wow! Those blocks are fabulous! What a beautiful quilt this will be! Well, it already is beautiful! :0)

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  3. BetsySeptember 21, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Janet this is stunning, stunning , stunning. Dis I say stunning??

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  4. Terrie SandelinSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Incredible! So gorgeous. Certainly makes me wish I had the patience for applique (which long experience tells me I do not). Can't wait to see it all finished.

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  5. SueSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    That is just lovely! And to think I didn't used to like bright colors in quilts, ha!

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  6. MarySeptember 21, 2009 at 9:12 AM

    Another beautiful quilt - There is just so much going on in this one! You really do amazing work.

    I love the idea behind the crib quilt you made. I have that book and it's really inspiring.

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  7. luv2quilt2September 21, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    This is the most beautiful quilt. No wonder you're so excited about it.

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  8. Vicki WSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    That's looking amazing!

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  9. ranetteSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    It may take time Janet and it's well worth the effort.

    Your Princess Feathers quilt is fabulous!!! So much time and energy have gone into this quilt...amazing!

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  10. LizSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    I am in a state of awe Janet, those feathers are amazing, very cheerful, I think I'de be happy too if they were mine!!
    Lizzie
    XXX

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  11. antique quilterSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    oh Janet the quilt just looks beautiful...maybe thats what I should work on this week I need to have it done by JUNE!
    and I am still on block one!!!!!

    yes I am still thinking about this block and all those leaves :)
    Will prep it later in the week
    kathie

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    Mouth dropped open gorgeous! OMG you are so flipping talented AND I might add PATIENT!! I don't know that I could possibly have that much patience to applique all those bits! Applause and loudly!!!

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  13. wishes, true and kindSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Oh, Bravo on the Princess Feather. It's gorgeous!

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  14. JuliaSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Wow Janet! Those blocks are fabulous! What a beautiful quilt this will be..love it!
    My DH said it's amazing!!..
    Hugs Julia ♥

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  15. JudySeptember 21, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    I'm not sure I can add anything more to the praise...but WOW! Just fabulous.You are a very talented sewer my dear!

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  16. LurlineSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    Janet, your Princess Feathers are breathtaking - what more can I say!
    Hugs - Lurline♥

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  17. DebSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    Janet the feather is just divine. I just love those gorgeous colours. And the MM - what can I say. It is also beautiful. Is it a hard one?

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  18. KaarenSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    Every word I wanted to use to describe what I wanted to say has already been said, Janet. My jaw always hits the floor whenever I see another of your creations.

    I'm going back to stare at it now. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. AmeliaSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    wow - the PF is looking great, fabrics and colours like that just can't help but give you warm fuzzies! It really is looking super! And wow look how many pple you have following you now - world famous!

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  20. Quilts And PiecesSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Janet - that princess feather quilt is totally stunning! I want to be you when I grow up!

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  21. julieQSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    I am amazed at your Princes Feather...simply gorgeous! Yes, it all takes time, for sure.

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    Amazing, love it.

    I too am starting the mary Mannakee quilt and have jsut received a wonderful parcel with fabrics for that quilt from the wonderful Kathie.

    cheers
    Christine

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  23. Quilts on BastingsSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    That is absolutely stunning! Love the colours.

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  24. KarenSeptember 21, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    Don't let me near the Princess Feather quilt! I would have drool all over it. So many curves in those Princess Feathers.

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  25. JanetSeptember 21, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Wow Janet! Your quilt Feather quilt is amazing so far! I'm looking forward to seeing your next MM block. You sure get a lot of appliqueing done!

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  26. DebSeptember 21, 2009 at 2:50 PM

    fabulous quilt just love it!! from beginning to end whose pattern is this?? would love to see about getting it

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  27. Arte IndiaSeptember 21, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    Congratulations!
    very very very very beautiful!
    Kisses for you!

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  28. MaritSeptember 21, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    Just f a n t a s t i c !!!

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  29. lynSeptember 21, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous work

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  30. MiriamSeptember 21, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Wow!!! Your princess Feathers quilt is wonderful!!!! I love the birds on the border of that quilt too!!!

    How many Mary Mannnakee blocks do you have made now?

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  31. Kiwifruit-ShireeSeptember 21, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    oh my Janet, this is so absolutely magnificent, you must be really please with how this has worked out, what a great effort!!!

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  32. kim mcleanSeptember 21, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    Hi Janet,

    How beautiful your PF is looking, love the colours! Congratulations, Kim McLean

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  33. sewpam63September 21, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    This is just SPECTACULAR!!! I LOVE it!!! That applique border adds SO much. Your colors and fabric choices are gorgeous!!! Congratulations to you! ; )

    And, I do love that Mary Mannakee project too! It's refreshing to have such contrasts. Keeps you from getting bored, right?!

    I am NOT commenting on your give away...it's TOO lovely to give!

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  34. PatchworkRoseSeptember 21, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    Just love your Princess feathers. Those fabrics are just delicious. This quilt is going to look amazing. Will be watching your Mary Manakee with interest.
    What a woman on the go!
    Cheers
    Lynne

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  35. Abby and StephanieSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    Drop dead gorgeous!

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  36. UnknownSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:58 PM

    You are just so talented! That is just unbelievably gorgeous!!

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  37. MJinMichiganSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    Congartulations on finishing the last block!!! I can't wait to start that quilt but I've decided to make myself finish one of the applique tops I have in progress before I start applique on the PF.
    Thanks again for all the inspiration. I love reading each of your entries to see what you are working on.

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  38. alobsigerSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Beautiful progress, Janet! It is VERY exciting to see your Princess Feather coming together!! Thrilling stuff!

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  39. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    Beautiful quilt top! I like to hand applique but this is over my skill level!

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  40. LoriSeptember 21, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Amazing Janet! The blocks are wonderful and that border is really over the top beautiful!!!

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  41. CrispySeptember 21, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    Oh WOW Janet, the feather quilt is such a stunner!! Yep it's a process but your work always results in beautiful work.

    Crispy

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  42. Jayne HonnoldSeptember 22, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    I would never start a project like Princess Feather in a gazillion years, but I am so glad you did! This is simply astonishing in its beauty! You deserve so much credit - for starting it and for working so hard to finish it! I just can't imagine how proud you must be of your efforts! Great job!

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  43. BrowndirtcottageSeptember 22, 2009 at 1:48 AM

    Well...I've already told you I wanted to quilt like you when I grow up...It truly does look amazing and HARD!! I am so glad you shared the steps on getting started...I have watched some videos on hand applique and I guess I just need to practice huh?

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  44. NedraSeptember 22, 2009 at 2:01 AM

    I think that quilt is absolutely amazing!

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  45. ThimbleannaSeptember 22, 2009 at 2:48 AM

    WOW! Janet, it's absolutely gorgeous!!! I love the fabrics. Do you do your applique by machine or hand? Either way -- what a ton of work!!!

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  46. shellysquiltsSeptember 22, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    This quilt is stunning! Well done!

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  47. LizA.September 22, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    Wow! Just beautiful!

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  48. RhondiSeptember 22, 2009 at 4:35 AM

    The feathers quilt looks fabulous. That is such a lot of intricate applique work, but it turned out beautifully. It is a masterpiece.
    I love it!!
    Hugs, Rhondi

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  49. Carrie P.September 22, 2009 at 4:36 AM

    Oh your feather blocks are are really cheerful. They are great.

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  50. Stina BlomgrenSeptember 22, 2009 at 5:37 AM

    This is amazing.. all those ins and outs....:o) fantastic!!! :o))

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  51. BarbSeptember 22, 2009 at 6:08 AM

    I just absolutely LOVE this quilt and your work! I am in love with this pattern, is it yours or a patterns that can be found to do? Your choice of fabric is just beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing.

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  52. jeanSeptember 22, 2009 at 7:05 AM

    Janet
    Stunning stunning stunning. There are just no other words.
    I am off to work and I will have that cheerful happiness quilt in my head.
    You really are very inspiring.

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  53. Sew Create It - JaneSeptember 22, 2009 at 7:06 AM

    What a cheery quilt...it certainly puts a smile on the face!

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  54. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    Amazing quilt - amazing colours....just gorgeous!

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  55. mbroiderSeptember 22, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    The feathers are stunning. Yhe fabrics you have chosen make them stand out!!

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  56. DebSeptember 22, 2009 at 6:51 PM

    Gosh Janet, you're a machine, you never ever fail to amaze me with your wonderful work. Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration.

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  57. LeKaQuiltSeptember 22, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    WOW...wow....I'll try to find the right word to say but Im speechless. Your quilt is stunning. Love it, love it, love it...and so on.... It's amazing!
    And the new block you is prepping, will be fantastic. I'm looking foreward to se more of this. It woud be fun to see this block step by step :o)

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  58. BrendaSeptember 22, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    It's looking great.

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  59. Four O'Clock Quilt CompanySeptember 23, 2009 at 2:11 AM

    It's really, really beautiful. You are nearly done now, then what? I for one, can hardly wait to see what is next for your talented hands.

    Jonelle

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  60. Cathy @ CabbageQuiltsSeptember 23, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    Oh Wow Janet, your Princess Feathers is AMAZING! You are an incredible applique-r! Just loving what you do xo

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  61. KarenSeptember 23, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    Wow! Very cheerful!!!

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  62. SherrillSeptember 23, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    That is GORGEOUS!! WONDERFUL work!

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  63. VivianSeptember 24, 2009 at 4:58 AM

    Stunning. Gorgeous. Impressive. Beautiful. Bravo!

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  64. JantineSeptember 24, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    Your Princess Feather quilt is awesome. I just sit here and watch and wonder how on earth did you appliqué all those parts. I know you told before, I can't remember, but will look back in your blogs, after I have left this comment.

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  65. raineySeptember 25, 2009 at 4:44 AM

    Your Princess Feathers is so beautiful -- as is your work.

    I've just begun Kim McLean's Fabric Basket Medallion quilt also with Kaffe Fassett fabrics. I know it will take me forever but your discipline and skills will be an inspiration.

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  66. Rose MarieSeptember 26, 2009 at 4:53 AM

    Awesome applique .... in both the MM blocks and your feathers!

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  67. QuiltTennSeptember 28, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    This is just absolutely joyous! Seeing it has made my day. Thanks so much for sharing your skill and creativity with the rest of us!

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  68. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    OMG Just stunning.....

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