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Post by koffipot on May 20, 2013 13:49:27 GMT
I decided to join Judy Laquidara's QAL. I'm a bit late starting, so I'm having to catch up. I'm having great fun and hope it turns out OK. It's about 3 years since I've made a quilt, which was dor one of my grandaughters. Now little sister would like one, she's 3 and her favourite colours are red and yellow. I've included some green as I really liked the Moda Simple Marks range. The background ditsy print is some from my stash. She's seen the fabric and has approved my choice, which is just as well!!  The photography is very poor.  miscellaneous 020 by koffipot, on Flickr  miscellaneous 021 by koffipot, on Flickr  miscellaneous 023 by koffipot, on Flickr |
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Post by MTRuth on May 20, 2013 18:39:11 GMT
Aren't you brave? I can't manage all that cutting and piecing. Mine always turn out wonky. I look forward to seeing your progress.
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Post by jufergu on May 20, 2013 21:11:24 GMT
Make sure you get a balance of darks, lights and mediums. The sign of a beginner is that they use all mediums. That was the mistake I made on my first quilt. Don't be afraid of white here and there.
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Post by koffipot on May 20, 2013 23:21:01 GMT
Ruth, mine are a bit wonky, but all going together OK so far, with a little tug here and an extra press there! Nothing is perfect in this world! Making the quilt top is only the beginning, the hand quilting is the long job and that won't be perfect either, but be assured, there'll be love in every stitch and glitch ! |
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Post by Karen on May 21, 2013 0:43:01 GMT
Judith I think that is going to be gorgeous, its been so long since I've made a quilt and my favourite part of it was the hand quilting, very therapeutic. Looking forward to seeing this finished |
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Post by zed on May 21, 2013 10:17:45 GMT
Wow, that looks like it'll be a lot of work! Keep showing us your progress, I've never made a quilt and would love to see how you're going |
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Post by koffipot on May 21, 2013 16:55:44 GMT
It's all down to precise cutting and seam allowances. These squares are pretty small, so less margin for error! That's how they're sometimes a bit wonky. Will post more progress pics. |
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Post by Shepherdess on May 22, 2013 18:20:16 GMT
Looks great to me. I am sure it will be loved. the wonky ones always seem to be loved more.
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Post by koffipot on May 23, 2013 7:52:16 GMT
I'm glad you said that Ann! |
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Post by lyn on May 23, 2013 20:03:23 GMT
Not wonky - organic! We like organic as it's more artistic and original.
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