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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Stars and Sprigs, the top.

What a biggie, it's 96" square! Now to quilt it. For a moment there I did think about hand quilting it. I like the softness and drapeable cosiness of a  hand quilted quilt. I will be basting this up for machine quilting, it's just too big a job otherwise but I've decided to try and keep it soft by not doing anything too dense and using silk thread, (I think) after all I may change my mind. I have so many other quilts on the go that I need to make.
Thanks for all the encouraging comments that helped me keep my blinkers on. Thanks also to Kim Mclean for producing amazing quilt patterns for us to enjoy stitching. I posted this and a couple of other shots over on Glorious Applique.

77 comments:

  1. Oops-LahDecember 19, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    It is truly magnificent! What an achievement not to mention stamina and perseverance. No matter how you will quilt this beauty, it will become a heirloom! Congratulations. Cheers Vreni x

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  2. AnonymousDecember 19, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    You did this so quick, it is beautiful and I am sure you do a great job with the quilting either way.

    cheers
    Christine

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  3. Terrie SandelinDecember 19, 2010 at 4:50 PM

    Wow! This is absolutely gorgeous!!

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  4. ThimbleannaDecember 19, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    Wow, Oh Wow! It's just gorgeous Janet and I'm so impressed. What a lot of work. Congratulations on a fantastic quilt top finish!

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  5. Mitt lille rosa syromDecember 19, 2010 at 6:01 PM

    It is fantastic - congratulations!

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  6. Jess @ Scrappy n HappyDecember 19, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    What an awe inspiring quilt! It is sure to become a family heirloom!

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  7. JuliaDecember 19, 2010 at 6:34 PM

    What inspiring work Janet..
    It's absolutely beautiful..
    Julia ♥

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  8. maria teresaDecember 19, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    Il tuo lavoro รจ spettacolare,fantastico! Fa pensare alla prossima colorata primavera,congratulazioni!

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  9. PatchworkRoseDecember 19, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    Just Love Love it Janet.Your work is gorgeous. Cannot wait to see it quilted
    Merry Christmas
    Cheers
    Lynne

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  10. MiriamDecember 19, 2010 at 7:10 PM

    Simply breathtaking Janet!!!!!

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  11. Ivory SpringDecember 19, 2010 at 7:14 PM

    Oh my, Janet... I just swooned! This is absolutely gorgeous.

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  12. pratimaDecember 19, 2010 at 7:28 PM

    It is taking my breath away! The colors are so beautiful and the effect is stunning!

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  13. FionaDecember 19, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    There's only one word for it ... exquisite!

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  14. antique quilterDecember 19, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    beautiful!
    congrats on a wonderful finish.
    yes keeping those blinders on allows us to finish a quilt!
    Kathie

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  15. SueDecember 19, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    Fantastic, fantastic quilt. I shall look forward to seeing how you quilt it. I agree about dense machine quilting it can look very stiff and not drape well.What sort of batting do you use?
    Sue

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  16. AnonymousDecember 19, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    Woaw ! Wonderful, wonderful quilt ! Congratulations, Janet, for this beauty !

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  17. SusanDecember 19, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    WOW! I was going to say it will be a beauty, but it already is! Congrats on such a beautiful quilt!

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  18. luv2quilt2December 19, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    What a stunningly beautiful quilt! I've so enjoyed following your progress, and your results are amazing!

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  19. CarolDecember 19, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    Janet it is breathtaking! Congratulations on a beautiful finish!

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  20. FlourishingPalmsDecember 19, 2010 at 10:46 PM

    Your perseverance to making this quilt is admirable, Janet. Few of us - me, for sure - have this kind of dedication. I am completely astounded by the incredible colors and beauty of this quilt. You can be proud, and most deservedly so!

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  21. Nat PalaskasDecember 19, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    Gorgeous, congratulations Janet on the finished top. It's truly beautiful - Hugs Nat

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  22. BarbDecember 19, 2010 at 10:58 PM

    OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH My Goodness....................so amazing!!!!!!

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  23. LeKaQuiltDecember 19, 2010 at 11:06 PM

    This is an WOW Quilt, and its absolutely gorgeous. LOVE it :o)

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  24. LindaDecember 19, 2010 at 11:17 PM

    WOW!!! Fantastic job Janet. I'm looking forward to seeing how you machine quilt it.

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  25. Ann MarieDecember 19, 2010 at 11:24 PM

    It's just beautiful. I'm so curious how you will quilt it. Is it a bit of a challenge with such dense applique in the borders?

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  26. AnnetteDecember 19, 2010 at 11:29 PM

    So amazing! I could just sit and look at this quilt for a long time. Such beautiful work Janet.

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  27. BarbDecember 19, 2010 at 11:41 PM

    Congrats on finishing the top! It looks fabulous.
    I think the machine quilting will work well on this.
    I love working with the silk in the machine--

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  28. AnonymousDecember 19, 2010 at 11:44 PM

    That is stunning.

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  29. UnknownDecember 20, 2010 at 12:15 AM

    Janet, It is just absolutely gorgeous!! I am looking forward to seeing it quilted.

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  30. Yumm yumz by patticakesDecember 20, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Absolutely breathtaking! It humbles me to see such a beautiful piece of art!

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  31. LoriDecember 20, 2010 at 12:32 AM

    Woo-Hoo!! It is stunning, Janet!!! I like the idea of using silk thread to keep the quilt soft and drapeable. Wow! Is all I can say.

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  32. CrispyDecember 20, 2010 at 12:39 AM

    Oh Janet!!! It's AMAZING!!! My fingers are itching to start one of Kim's patterns but I'm keeping my UFO blinders on. Hopefully, by spring :0)

    Crispy

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  33. Linda December 20, 2010 at 12:41 AM

    You did it! It's so beautifully amazing. I just keep looking at the photo! I'm speechless. Congratulations on such an amazing finish. I'm hoping over to Glorious Applique to see more photos!

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  34. SandyDecember 20, 2010 at 12:46 AM

    What a Christmas treat for us! Beautiful, just beautiful! thank you and I hope you have a lovely holiday...wonder what you will be baking?? fondly, Sandy

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  35. MunaibaDecember 20, 2010 at 12:53 AM

    It's gorgeous Janet! And congratulations on sticking with it, 96 inches is huge!

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  36. MaryDecember 20, 2010 at 1:15 AM

    Wow!!What an amazing quilt. I love it. You should be very proud.

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  37. ranetteDecember 20, 2010 at 1:18 AM

    Magnificent Janet!!! You've done a wonderful job with this quilt and I am so proud of you.

    I have put this pattern on my wish list for mother's day or my next birthday. Both you and Kim McLean are artists!

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  38. YvetteDecember 20, 2010 at 1:19 AM

    Gorgeous!!

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  39. DarleneDecember 20, 2010 at 1:40 AM

    It's stunning, Janet, leaves me breathless.

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  40. wishes, true and kindDecember 20, 2010 at 1:44 AM

    Now THAT'S an accomplishment! Just gorgeous!

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  41. MimiDecember 20, 2010 at 1:56 AM

    I think you are amazing. This beautiful quilt was quite the undertaking and you did it so (by my standards) so quickly. Love it, love it.

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  42. TerryDecember 20, 2010 at 2:46 AM

    It's just amazing! And I agree with you...light quilting to keep it soft. :0)

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  43. John'aLeeDecember 20, 2010 at 2:57 AM

    Absolutely stunning!

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  44. Dixie HowardDecember 20, 2010 at 3:08 AM

    Beyond gorgeous if there is a word for that! Bravo Janet!

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  45. julieQDecember 20, 2010 at 3:19 AM

    Wow! An heirloom for sure...maybe 200 years from now, your quilt will be in a wonderful book about quilts of our era! Lovely, truly.

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  46. ShelinaDecember 20, 2010 at 3:45 AM

    Wow - congratulations - it is a masterpiece.

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  47. LorisDecember 20, 2010 at 4:04 AM

    Amazing and beautiful work of art! Absolutely stunning!

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  48. MeredithDecember 20, 2010 at 4:26 AM

    Ta Da. Fabtastic. I wonder how many different fabrics are in the quilt top?

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  49. VivianDecember 20, 2010 at 4:26 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful,beautiful!!!!

    You do Kim's designs proud and really inspire all of us McLean GA wannabes!

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  50. AnonymousDecember 20, 2010 at 5:19 AM

    I'm envious of anybody who can applique but WOW....you really have blown me away to applique such a large quilt and it is GORGEOUS! Well done!!

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  51. KarenDecember 20, 2010 at 5:23 AM

    Your tenacity on stitching all those leaves amazes me. I know you had a system that made if fairly easy for you. Still it is a lot of stitching. A beauty for sure.
    Have you thought about the quilting? There isn't much room for fancy quilting.

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  52. RachaeldaisyDecember 20, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    That quilt deserves a round of applause!!! Janet, It's stunning!!!

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  53. alobsigerDecember 20, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    A hearty congratulations, Janet! Your stars and sprigs top is stupendous! Such a beautiful achievement. I'm certain your quilting -- whatever your choice -- will only enhance this stunner!

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  54. JanetDecember 20, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    YOU DID IT!! And what a top to have finished in such a short time. You will do a beautiful job of machine quilting this. I look forward to seeing your progress. :0)

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  55. DebDecember 20, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    Janet it's a beautiful quilt. You must be so pleased with it. Will you quilt it yourself? It will be a challenge, but if anyone can do it - you can! Can't wait to see what you work on next. A very happy Christmas to you and your family.

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  56. AliceDecember 20, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    I can't believe you have already finished this. It is just stunning. Your machine quilting is beautiful and I'm sure you will do the quilt justice.

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  57. NylaDecember 20, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    Just beautiful!!!

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  58. DionneDecember 20, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Wow, that is spectacular! I am completely in awe of your border.
    Cheers,
    Dionne

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  59. SharonDecember 20, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    Job well done! I hope I get to see this in person somewhere along the journey of life!

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  60. KaarenDecember 20, 2010 at 7:10 PM

    OMG, Janet...I'm speechless!

    I don;t know what else to say except that it's simply gorgeous! You ARE my HERO!

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  61. SewWhatsNewDecember 21, 2010 at 12:34 AM

    This is breathtaking! I can't wait to see it quilted. You are so talented. Congratulations and thank you for inspiring me. Happy Holidays.

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  62. PokeyDecember 21, 2010 at 2:44 AM

    I like it. Your colors, your bitty bits, your amazing stitches. You work is amazing!
    :-]pokey

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  63. KarenDecember 21, 2010 at 2:56 AM

    Simply magnificent!!! Would love to see this in person.

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  64. DorisDecember 21, 2010 at 4:23 AM

    WOW Janet, I believe you made quick work of this one! It seems like just yesterday you were tracking down the pattern...

    I'm still in the beginning stages of my Candied Hexagons quilt, maybe 23 hexie blocks made so far...

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  65. Abby and StephanieDecember 21, 2010 at 4:43 AM

    SPECTACULAR!!! The only way it can be more beautiful is the addition of your amazing quilting.

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  66. AndiDecember 21, 2010 at 6:53 AM

    Stunning!!!

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  67. Carrie P.December 21, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    Oh, you should be very proud. It is stunning.

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  68. Denice BarkerDecember 21, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    Everybody else already said it - stunning, breathtaking, gorgeous, beautiful, amazing....it's all of these. I'd be so proud of it if I were you, I'd carry it with me wherever I went to show it off.
    Congratulations!

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  69. JillDecember 21, 2010 at 11:54 AM

    Amazing and just beautiful! Congrats on finishing the top can't wait to see it quilted.

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  70. Quilts And PiecesDecember 21, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    This is just truly amazing! What a wonderful accomplishment!

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  71. AnnieODecember 21, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    Incredibly beautiful! I hope this is one you are keeping for yourself! It is truly a treasure.

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  72. Kim D.December 21, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    Your work is so inspiring and I'm in awe! Such a gorgeous quilt! I wish I could get half as much done as you do. Holiday Blessings to your and your family Janet.

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  73. ~Kris~December 22, 2010 at 12:17 AM

    What a lovely work of art. It has been so fun to watch your progress. I am in awe of your talent. Thanks for sharing.

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  74. MarthaDecember 22, 2010 at 6:21 AM

    I'm almost sad it's done, because it has been so enjoyable watching your progress on this amazing quilt.

    The silk thread idea sounds intriguing, but whatever quilting idea you decide on, I know it will be spectacular.

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  75. pinsandneedlesDecember 23, 2010 at 1:49 AM

    Just gorgeous! What a treasure to have!

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  76. CharoDecember 23, 2010 at 4:53 AM

    I love this quilt!!! it's so colourful, I specially like the border, is it applique? How could you make such a wonderful border? I love it.

    Greetings from Spain

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  77. Rose MarieJanuary 1, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    It is wonderful and however you quilt it .... you will have an absolutely gorgeous quilt! I enjoyed seeing your progress on this beauty.

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