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Monday, March 21, 2011

I have a new love and it's name is...

But wait, I have to start at the beginning. It was National quilting day on the 19th and it should be called international quilting day by the way. Anyway, it's become a yearly ritual to pull this double wedding ring quilt out for some hand quilting. The weather is cooling enough to hand quilt. Even I roll my eyes at how long (years) I'm making this one last.
I read a great post over at Fabric Therapy that Teresa has written on her observations on how batting choice affects how quilting stitches look and I agree with everything she says and it made me think of this quilt.

My favourite batting for hand quilting to date has been the Quilters Dream 100% cotton, request weight.
It gives a great drape with the antique crinkled look I love. Maybe I should have gone for wool.
The one thing that's been nagging me is how the feathered quilting disappears with no definition. All that work and it doesn't show.
Last year at the Sydney quilt show, there was a special exhibition featuring selected quilts by Gai Haines. Gai does amazing hand quilting and trapunto to die for.
Look at these folded over trapuntoed feathers on her Baltimore quilt, sigh. I did talk to Gai about her methods and filed it away in my brain for one day.
Photos shown with permission.
One day has arrived and you guessed it, my new love is called trapunto. I just knew at the back of my mind that this is what I could do to accentuate my feathers. First a little try out in the melon shape.
Well I loved it so much that I just decided to dive in and go for it. What a transformation! Maybe I just love this quilt so much that I'm doing everything I can to make the quilting last.
Did you  manage to get some stitching done for quilting day? Next time I'll tell you how I tackled the trapunto.

77 comments:

  1. Nat PalaskasMarch 21, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Thanks to the National quilting day to see your double wedding rings quilt again. I saw it on your banner the first time I visited you. It's lovely so make it last a bit longer lol! Hugs Nat

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  2. Oops-LahMarch 21, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Trapunto makes indeed a huge difference in the appearance of your quilted feathers. I've only done "fake" trapunto by machine, so I'm eager to see how you do it. Your quilt is stunning by the way.

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  3. YankeeQuilterMarch 21, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Amazing how much is adds to the quilting! Can't wait to hear about your technique...

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  4. LisaMarch 21, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Oh Janet, you do inspire me. Is there anything you can't do? I thought this looked fabulous in the first picture, but after getting to the end and seeing it with the trapunto, it's so beautiful it makes my heart ache. I think this is my favorite thing you've done. So far...

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  5. SheilaMarch 21, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    What a beautiful quilt, made more so by the trapunto. It will be a family heirloom, treasured for years to come I am sure.

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  6. PokeyMarch 21, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    It's amazing the difference it makes, Janet! This is a fabulously beautiful quilt top, the blends of prints make one sigh.
    :-}pokey

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  7. JanetMarch 21, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I am so eager to hear about your trapunto. I LOVE how it brings out the feathers in your quilt - just beautiful!! I'm always drawn to the antique quilts with trapunto in books of old quilts - it really makes the handquilting special.
    Gai Haines quilting is spectacular.

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  8. DorothyMarch 21, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    WOW! That looks fabulous. Can't believe it could make such a difference. Now that you are raring to go, we should see a finish - soon.

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  9. Dora, the QuilterMarch 21, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I too love Quilter's Dream Request. I use it for machine quilting, but would also use it for hand quilting if I ever can manage enough time to do that again.
    Your quilt is beautiful, even without the trapunto.

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  10. TarynMarch 21, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    What a difference the trapunto makes in the definition of your feathers. It made me giggle, though. Your trapunto feathers reminded me a little bit like the before and after of, ahem, a particular plastic surgery procedure.

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  11. LurlineMarch 21, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Janet, your little fingers are God-given - you seem to be able to make anything shine. A good point you have raised here and I look forward to watching progress!
    Hugs - Lurline♥

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  12. LizMarch 21, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Wow, I'll be watching for how you do it Janet..
    Lizzie
    xxx

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  13. JoanneMarch 21, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    WOW - the trapunto made a huge difference - looks fabulous!!♥

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  14. FunoldhagMarch 21, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    That is an awesome quilt! And even more awesome with the trapunto. Glorious!

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  15. JuliaMarch 21, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    OMG Janet...I have told you before how much I love this quilt ...from the day I saw it on your blog header...
    What an amazing difference the trapunto makes...it's like "magic"...(my fav word lately)
    I'm sure this will make you want to finish it now...
    Love, love it!
    Julia ♥

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  16. Mary on Lake PulaskiMarch 21, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Amazing difference! Amazing quilt.

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  17. DoloresMarch 21, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    What a difference a little bit of stuffing makes. Beautiful.

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  18. SewjournalMarch 21, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Janet that looks amazing. What a difference.

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  19. broderieMarch 21, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    it is beautiful janet, i know why you love it, great work it is, well done to you !

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  20. Solveig BlochMarch 21, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Oh,What a beautiful quilt! The trapunto looks fabulous!!

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  21. Sue SAMarch 21, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Talk about eye popping, what a great result! Happy quilting Sue SA.

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  22. antique quilterMarch 21, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    wow , isn't it amazing how hand quilting just makes a quilt but adding the trapunto puts this quilt in the HEIRLOOM category.
    can't wait to learn how you did it
    Kathie

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  23. ShirleyMarch 21, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    The comment a bit further up made me smile - imagine calling it botox quilting. Trapunto sounds much more romantic. It is a fabulous piece of work and my pleasure to see it again. Thank you.
    Love Shirley.x

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  24. AnonymousMarch 21, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    What an amazing difference! I shall file that idea away for another day!!

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  25. MiaMarch 21, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Oh my....!!!!!

    I really love this Quilt! I just had a look on the earlier Photos you posted and I.... I simply can't find any words to say how much I like it! It's definitely one of the most beautiful Quilts I've ever seen!!!

    Thank You for sharing the pictures!

    Mia

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  26. KaarenMarch 21, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    You are definitely succeeding in making something that's already beautiful into a work of art.

    Simply gorgeous transformation, Janet. I'm really looking forward to see how you do it.

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  27. SarahMarch 21, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    It looks absolutely AMAZING! Wow!!! This quilt is just so so so beautiful. Sigh!

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  28. Jess @ Scrappy n HappyMarch 21, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    What a huge difference the trapunto makes. It looks stunning!

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  29. BarbMarch 21, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Your quilt is going to be soooo amazing once you get it finished....love it! also love the other quilts you posted.

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  30. TerryMarch 21, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Wow! That sure does make those feather pop! It looks great! :0)

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  31. Erin in MIMarch 21, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Oh my gosh!!! LOVE the trapunto! Your feathers fairly sing now - they are simply gorgeous. This is definitely one quilt where it will be worth the extra effort of doing the trapunto. Great job!

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  32. ranetteMarch 21, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Wonderful Janet, just wonderful. You are a master at everything you do and I mean that in all sincerity!

    I'm looking forward to the trapunto lesson!

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  33. CrispyMarch 21, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    OMGosh what a difference that made!! Would you consider showing us how you did this?

    Crispy

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  34. Abby and StephanieMarch 21, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Totally WOW! You're the Queen of Quilting--machine and hand. It's already a stunning quilt but when you're finished it's really going to be a treasure.

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  35. BetsyMarch 21, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Janet, wow is all I have to say. Now, did you have to cut open the back to add the little pieces of batting for the trapunto?

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  36. Pinkadot QuiltsMarch 21, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    It's a gorgeous quilt I can see why you want to take your time. The trapunto really was a great idea, I can't wait to see this finished!

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  37. ThimbleannaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    WOW! What a difference! I REALLY want to know how you did it. Will you go back to all the feathers that you've already quilted and somehow stuff them too?

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  38. *karendianne.March 21, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Now here we go - something really super duper amazing. Makes an early morning blogger wake up and take notice!!!

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  39. Ann ChampionMarch 22, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Your quilt is my most favorite version of a DWR I've ever seen. I thought the quilting was gorgeous too. Then you added stuffing to the feathers..(how did you do that?) and it kicked it up a notch! Just amazing Janet. I'm happy to see working on this stunner again. :)

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  40. JillMarch 22, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Well, I agree with everyone else!Just BEAUTIFUL! Funny thing...I was just thinking last night how I could try out some trapunto on a little quilt I am working on. If it doesn't look too hard, I might give it a try. Can't wait for you to show us how you did it!

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  41. Fischtown LadyMarch 22, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    oh, what's a difference. It´s so amazing! The trapunto is enchanting. Greetings, Marita

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  42. Lisa CoulombeMarch 22, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Wow, what a difference! I love it!

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  43. LoriMarch 22, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    You always manage to find a way to improve something that is already awesome. I look forward to the next post.

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  44. MicheleMarch 22, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Wow! What a wonderful difference. I have long wanted to try trapunto, so I can't wait to see how you went about it. Michele

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  45. CathiMarch 22, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Stunning! I am so curious to read about your method of doing trapunto!

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  46. JoanMarch 22, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    How absolutely beautiful!! How DID you do that wonderful trapunto???

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  47. NedraMarch 22, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    From someone who sends their quilts out to be quilted: I stand in awe. Beautiful work!

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  48. PatMarch 22, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    That lovely texture gets my heart rate up...perfectly beautiful!

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  49. Mitt lille rosa syromMarch 22, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    Adorable - I love DWR, have to make a big one. Maybe in my next life...

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  50. Paula, the quilterMarch 22, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    I hope you aren't going to wait until the next Quilting Day to tell us how you tackled the trapunto. This quilt is so so lovely.

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  51. BarbMarch 22, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Stunning,you brought life to the quilt.Hm guess I'll be following your lead.

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  52. QueenBMarch 22, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    your double wedding ring is beautiful. I too loved the applique from the quilt on the quilters newsletter and was disappointed to learn that no applique was included in the mag.
    I will be watching your progress with interest it is simply lovely.

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  53. MiriamMarch 22, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    What a beautiful transformation!!!

    Thank you for the link.

    I look forward to your next post! :)

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  54. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    What an absolutely gorgeous quilt!

    Donna

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  55. Dixie HowardMarch 22, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Wow, amazing difference the trapunto makes. Can't wait to hear about your trapunto method as I've always been scared about cutting into the back to add the stuffing!

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  56. M and M plus 3March 22, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    I'll be checking back for sure to see how you did this. Looks great by the way!

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  57. KarenMarch 22, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Since you were already quilting the Double Wedding Ring, I am curious as to how you did the trapunto. The method I am familiar with would require the trapunto being done from beneath and not through your backing fabric. It is gorgeous.

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  58. Ivory SpringMarch 22, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Love love love your feather makeover! :)

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  59. Sharon@LoftyQuilts.comMarch 23, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    I just recently learned of and saw a demonstration of trapunto on 'the quilt show' and am now obsessed with it being my next learning challenge. Can't wait for your post!

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  60. JanetMarch 23, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    OMG what a difference. It is gorgeous. I bet you will get a lot
    of quilting done on it now.
    I look forward to your tutorial.

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  61. Andrea, the little collectorMarch 23, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Wow, that trapunto makes all the difference, right? Can't wait to hear the how-to! What a truly beautiful quilt!

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  62. AvonMarch 23, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Wow!! what a difference. I can hardly wait to find out how it's done. The quilt isn't shabby either!!

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  63. AnnieOMarch 23, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    This gorgeous quilt is truly a long labor of love! The trapunto is staggeringly effective! It's a lot of work but the look is just beautiful.

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  64. Teresa RawsonMarch 23, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Wow Janet, the trapunto adds so much! I'm always happy to see when you are working on that gorgeous double wedding ring quilt. And thank you for sharing Gai Haines' quilt. Trapunto has always been such a mystery to me, so I look forward to following your adventures using this new method. Thanks for the mention of my post!

    In stitches,
    Teresa :o)

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  65. mariarosariaMarch 24, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    Che meraviglia!!!!!Vuoi visitare il mio blog e partecipare al concorso Internazionale PROFUMI D'ORIENTE? Sei meravigliosamente brava!!!!!!!

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  66. Carrie P.March 25, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Oh, my goodness what a difference. I guess that means you are taking out some quilting.
    Looks fabulous.

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  67. Rose MarieMarch 26, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    Goodness .... the trapunto is wonderful! I took a class on trapunto a number of years ago and will be curious to see what you are using for a filler.

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  68. JillianMarch 26, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    It's glorious! I'd be so excited it would be hard to put it down after seeing how the trapunto steps it up.

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  69. Sonja♥March 26, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    This quilt is breathless, Janet!!!!
    I LOVE the variation of coulours in this flowered motif (not sure that my frenglish is good enough to tell you what I feel for your quilt)
    Should you one day open a shop, I would be honored to afford this one (but I'm pretty sure you would never sell it;)))
    MAGNIFIQUE!!!

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  70. MeredithMarch 26, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    you know I love hand quilting. the photos are a real treat for a gal like me. :)

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  71. Litamora's Quilt & DesignMarch 28, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    What a lovely trapunto, agree it looks much better than without. A lovely quilt! Stunning!
    Happy quilting,
    Laila

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  72. TinaApril 2, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    My grandmother made several double wedding ring quilts! I love them, but this is the most beautiful one I have ever seen. I actually bought the templates when I saw this one on your site the first time! It just keeps getting better and better!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  73. KatieApril 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Wow. A lesson in how to make a beautiful quilt even more beautiful! :-)

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  74. wendywoo63April 7, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Just stunning Janet even without the Trapunto your quilt is wonderful, love the way you have blended light through to dark in the rings and adore the fabrics used. You are brilliant great inspiration to us all

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  75. RobinApril 23, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Oh my gosh! Adding that trapunto made such a difference in the look of the quilting. It is beautiful, Janet!

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  76. ChickenDecember 26, 2020 at 12:27 PM

    I love your double wedding ring quilt! How did you get your rings so round? I’ve been searching high and low for a pattern that reduces round rings and every single one I’ve seen looks wrong. Several local shops I’ve visited even suggested that it’s not suppose to be round, but round is what I want! Lol 🤦‍♀️

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