I seem to have finally fallen into a cadence with the FWYH projects around here. There's a nice give-and-take as I finish something old and start something new. I'm already lining up my next project for October; these colorful maple leaves are fitting for the season.
An autumn quilt that I started, um--let's see, some time ago.
Not being able to remember exactly when I started this--is a sure sign that it's been put away too long.
The top is done, now I just need to turn it into a finished quilt. Trying to decide how best to do that. By machine or by hand? Decisions, decisions. I've got it all laid out with the backing and the batting on the dining room table while I ponder this big question.
In the meantime, quilts I've been admiring from deeprundays and maryjane55.
If they can do it, so can I.
I am just a beginner quilter. Your blog is so inspiring. I love your Sweet Anne Quilt. I have a sweet person I would like to make a quilt for some day soon. I wish you could print a pattern or give some tips as to how to proceed making this type of quilt. Do you do all the hand work first? How large to make them? How to fit everything together. How much is preplanned?
Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration.
Posted by: Jo Ann | September 27, 2007 at 12:48 PM
love that quilt. I just made my first one a few months ago, and I tried to quilt with my machine...it didn't quite work out for me. I am just a beginner and I don't have a quilting machine. But it is all still so fun! Can't wait to find out how it goes!
Posted by: katie | September 27, 2007 at 01:11 PM
What an appropriate UFO. I'm definitely planning on getting back to those soon.
Posted by: Anina | September 27, 2007 at 01:16 PM
Vicki,
Received my new patterns today thankyou. I love them, can't wait to use them. Yours are the best.
Pretty fall quilt!!
NANCY JO
Posted by: NANCY GARTENMAN | September 27, 2007 at 02:41 PM
Lovely, leafy quilt!
The apron below is darling, too - it looks very flattering on Violette, which is uncommon, I think - as much as I love aprons, I don't normally think of them as figure-flattering, lol - but that one certainly is - love the polka dots, too.
Posted by: tinker | September 27, 2007 at 11:02 PM
I really like this quilt top! Hurry, hurry, so it's done in time to enjoy it this autumn! :)
Posted by: Dannielle | September 27, 2007 at 11:16 PM
Just checking to see if my comment, will comment here. :-)
Mari-Nanci
Posted by: Mari-Nanci | September 28, 2007 at 06:07 AM
I love the fall quilt concept. I keep picking up leaves when I walk around to save them and design a quilt around them. Not sure when I'll ever start the quilt, but your quilt here is very nice.
Posted by: Marisa | September 28, 2007 at 06:42 AM
What a beautiful quilt!
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | September 28, 2007 at 07:10 AM
The quilt is fabulous. It must be a relief to have it done and be able to enjoy it now.
I made a pile of unfinished projects on my kitchen table yesterday so I could see what's what. It is overwhelming. So, I put all that stuff to the side and pulled out only the Halloween projects I've started or stockpiled project components over time. It's a large pile, too, but that's what I'm going to focus on for now.
Posted by: Junie Moon | September 28, 2007 at 08:12 AM
Longtime lurker here, but I am poking me head out to say what an amazing quilt top this is! I'd love to do something similar. LOVE the idea of doing a seasonal quilt wall! Your garden is looking lovely too. (sigh)
Posted by: Annette | September 28, 2007 at 10:04 AM
I love your quilt, and especially the way you've used that printed fabric as strips between the squares. It was a great choice,and so are the little red squares. They both liven up the already very pretty design.
I hope you get it finished and up on the wall soon!
Posted by: Mrs.Staggs | September 28, 2007 at 10:45 AM
That is gorgeous!! I think I wouldn't bother to quilt or back it but just finish the edges and use it as a tablecloth. Beautiful work! I am always inspired by your blog.
Blessings!
Posted by: Lindsey in AL | September 28, 2007 at 12:24 PM
That is gorgeous!! I think I wouldn't bother to quilt or back it but just finish the edges and use it as a tablecloth. Beautiful work! I am always inspired by your blog.
Blessings!
Posted by: Lindsey in AL | September 28, 2007 at 12:27 PM
I am totally loving that fall quilt. Good for you :)
Love,
Jodi
Posted by: Jodi Renshaw | September 28, 2007 at 10:15 PM
BEAUTIFUL Quilt! Puts me right in the mood of the season, yes, getting colder here in WI too!
Posted by: dawn | September 29, 2007 at 06:51 AM
i'm totally loving this quilt! the colors are so vibrant and beautiful. i hope you'll share more pictures when it's done.
Posted by: anita | September 29, 2007 at 07:04 AM
Fall is my favorite time of year...I love your leafy fall quilt!
Posted by: Julie | September 29, 2007 at 03:15 PM
i love your autumn quilt! autumn is my favorite time of year! i've thought i'd like to learn quilting, but reading many of jennifer chiaverini's elm creek quilt series (fiction) has given me the impression it's really quite complicated, so i'm not so sure! (i've just gotten the hang of knitting scarves as of last summer!)
Posted by: Jo | October 01, 2007 at 06:40 AM
ps ~ looking at your first pic of the quilt with your garden in the background has left me with a mighty case of garden envy! (beautiful pic!)
Posted by: Jo | October 01, 2007 at 06:41 AM
Those fall leaves are beautiful -- I'd say as to finishing, which would allow you to hang it in your home more quickly. It is the start of fall, you might even be able to use it THIS year!
Posted by: Angela | October 01, 2007 at 12:29 PM
Quite stunning!
Posted by: Jane | October 01, 2007 at 02:16 PM