I need to have my head examined. Really. Truly. Oh wait...I already did that. Well, obviously either nothing was up there, or it was so bad, it was kept a secret. You know why? Well, okay, let me explain. I love to applique. I love to do counted cross stitch. I love to hand sew on binding. Anything handwork, I love. I "like" to hand quilt, and would LOVE to LOVE it except my stitches look like basting stitches. I guess I haven't practiced that enough. ANYWHO, the reason for this short and sweet post today is to show you why I need head examination. This came in the mail today. And I ordered it. LOL Don't panic. The quilt didn't come in the mail - just the pattern. ;)
Pretty? GORGEOUS SMORGEOUS? Am I nuts? yep... I mean, I DO love to applique, but if you click on it, you'll see there is quite a bit. A. LOT. And I love it. I think it's one of the most beautiful quilts I've ever seen. So I am now the proud owner of the pattern (maybe I should just frame the pattern LOL). I'm dying to start it...kinda sorta. It's a tad intimidating, but I know that like any other large pattern like this, I just need to break it down into sections. Anyway, what do you think? You likey?? The name of it is "Stars and Sprigs" and it's by Kim McLean (just in case I've enabled anyone here LOL). If I HAVE enabled you, I'd love to know. ;)
Okedoke, back to your regularly scheduled programming. I just wanted to share my new
purdy with you.
Have a most wonderful weekend, friends, and thank you for stopping by. It makes my day! Truly it does!
Hugs and pats,
29 comments:
I love the quilts like this, I am very traditional. I also love appliqué, never done it by hand though! I have often thought I would like to do one of these! You can do it!
wow. that's so totally impressive! I can't tell from the picture - are all of those appliques raw edged? I love to hand-stitch things too. Especially applique and free stitching (patterns make me crazy and big projects- I have no patience for them!) You go girl!
Wow! Beautiful!!!
That quilt is gorgeous! And yes you are crazy, but that's why I love you so!
Yep, you're right, you have!
It is gorgeous though. A while ago I came across one of Kim's other patterns and fell in love with that. I'm still in the collecting phase for applique patterns, I haven't actually done any yet. I've kitted up 2 applique quilts for when I'm feeling brave!
Have you started collecting fabric for it yet?
Go back to the doctor - you need another test! lol
That quilt is breath taking! How long do you think it'll take to do?
Yep folks, she's gone over the edge. It's been nice knowing you my dear! ;)
I have an appt available tomorrow! (I'm a trained therapist!!) I'm not sure you're diagnosable now, but after you get done w/ this pattern you might be!!! LOL!!
ooooo that should keep you out of mischief for a bit heheheh .. gorgeous quilt and I can see why you wanted it and as they say practice makes perfect :) and small chunks much better ;0 love mouse xxxx
You go girl! I love hand-stitching too! That is gonna be one beautiful quilt when it is finished so go get started!
Wow - you're right! You've lost it! I hope I'm still living when you finish making it. I'm not brave enough to attempt anything like that. So kudos to you!
It's a gorgeous quilt! I'm looking forward to watching you make it.
I wonder how many leaves are in that quilt! :)
A very nice pattern!
Completely BONKERS!! But I love it too. If it weren't for the fact that I'm completely head over heals right now for another quilt.. I'd be right there doing it with you... In my own version of colors of course.. Have to be an original :)
WOW---- That is so neat....love quilts---never tried to make one while I had a sewing machine...my lil sister just started- but she doesn't do appl.
go ahead and make it----just remember---just like the x-stitching---one stitch at a time---wel just do this "one block at a time" and pat your self on the back once your done....then go to the next one. Good-Luck---its a beautiful pattern.
That is gorgeous but you have indeed lost your mind! If I find it, I will send it back! LOL I am sure you will have a blast working on it!!
The straight jacket is in the post!! When I first looked at the picture I thought, wow there IS a lot of applique in those blocks.....then my eyes went to the borders..THE BORDERS!!! OMG I am so impressed. Good Luck it's going to look fab. Linda
Yes, you enabled me!! I might give it myself as a present for Christmas ;) I am doing another Kim Mclean (very slowly....)
nuthin' wrong with this choice! fabulous! go for it! love the pattern! that border is to die for! i'd hand applique that myself.
I am so happy for your ability to attempt this. I think its pretty and it will be gorgeous when its done. I am so glad there are such amazing quilters out there. It's not for me.
Wow....amazing pattern, stunning! ~ I'd love to see it when you finish, I know you can do it! :o) Warm regards, Jodie
Lovely! Just start with one block at a time. May take you a while, but, you'll get there in the end. Keep 'kits' in your purse to pull out whenever you get the chance. I had a friend hand sew a postage stamp quilt. Took her 2 years. When she started quilting it, her hubby asked her who gave it to her, since she'd only worked on it out of her purse, not at home.
I love Stars and Sprigs and it is on my list for next month. Not only am I going to purchase the pattern, but join the BOM! Been weighing the costs for a month now. And I don't mind all the applique - just makes it more fun.
Well really Carolyn, I absolutely know you can make this beautiful quilt! You are an inspiration to all of us! I cannot wait, even if it takes yrs, to see this quilt made by your hands. Carry on my Twitter amiga, I just might contribute fabric to this endeavor and maybe a house call lol.
OK so I love the quilt and it will be a challenged to make but in the end it will be so BEAUTIFUL!!!
It reminds me a Christmas quilt I made last year (Guess I should do a post on that :)
In the end I was so glad it was done!!!
I am now following and I lust love what I'm seeing!
Terry
I love the fact that you said you were now a proud owner of the pattern....that is a start. Just looking at this amazing quilt looks daunting...good luck#
Happened upon your blog while surfing the net. I've enjoyed your blog and fabrics and textile projects. Your pattern is marvelous--I too am a fan of appliqué, but rather needle-turn appliqué. I think it's the pattern's border that makes the quilt.
best from Tunisia,
nadia
I am a follower!
Oh, my gorgeousness! That is wonderful. I guess when you do break it all down, it is little steps. Like eating a marshmellow Peep the size of a ginormous elephant...you eat it one bite at a time. Thank you for sharing! I can't wait til you show it all completed! (heheh no pressure no pressure!)
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