Sunday, January 13, 2013

No title, because I can't think of one.

I've had a pretty productive week.

I can't believe that I am finding time to sew, enjoying it, and even finishing a WIP, hmm, let's face it, it's really a UFO.  Fingers crossed that this is the start of some crafty goodness at the all new Chez Sunshine.
Applique detail

I started this after doing the Kelly Wolfsohn workshop in Adelaide with Shay.
Applique detail

I really enjoy raw edge applique and think I'll have another try at it this year as this has turned out so well. Maybe next time I'll try some background quilting!
Applique detail


Mini quilt/wall hanging finished
It could do with a good press. I suppose it wouldn't look like that if I had quilted it. It doesn't look so bad in real life.

Looking back through my Flickr photos, I see I started this at the end of April 2011. Almost 2 years ago. Why do I procrastinate so much? it didn't take me long to find a fat quarter for the backing and another for the binding, put it all together, make a hanging sleeve for it and hand sew the binding down.
Back of applique wall hanging



I started a new quilt about a week ago as I desperately wanted something to hang on the walls. This is where I used the Lucy's Crab Shack charm pack.


When I'm piecing, I lay out the pieces on an old cutting mat covered with flannel. It's great for keeping the pieces in order and for carrying to and from the iron and my "design bed".

The pattern is from this book.

I spent part of the day basting and quilting it, in between having a swim in the pool as it's hot here today.
Evidence - me quilting in my swimsuit. The heart is to keep my modesty and to ensure this image is not burnt into your brain.  Hmm, swimming pool hair and a tan. Even though I slather on the sunscreen, don't go out in the middle of the day and try hard not to tan, it doesn't seem to be working.

Triangles quilted


I'm really really happy with how this has turned out. I think I might attempt another triangle quilt this year.  Now to finish the binding so I can tell you all about this quilt in another post.

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23 comments:

  1. Woohoo you! Great appliqué wall hanging, and I love those triangles. And the strategically placed heart is hillarious.

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  2. You are on a roll! Love the finished appliqué! I have earmarked that triangular piece to do 'one day'!! I love your version!

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  3. Ohhhh Marg - love that triangle quilt and the way some of them are outside of the main. You are looking very healthy there at your machine. Lovely to see you are settled in and back in business. All the best for 2013 - Shell (73mw).

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  4. How do you get your lines so straight! Very nice. the applique is great! love the aqua.

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  5. I love your wall hanging, well done for finishing it. The colours are stunning. It's not a pattern by Kellie though, is it? I also like the triangle quilt and you had me giggling about the photo of you on your machine !

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  6. I love the applique, can't imagine ever doing anything like it though. It isn't something that calls to me, maybe I need to do a class as well.

    Laughing away at the pic of you, glad you are back at your machine though!

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  7. I love the Applique and the quilt, they are just gorgeous! I did however spit my breakfast out laughing at the heart ;-)

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  8. Marg, your back on track and cooking with gas!! I love both of those projects! Its great to see the applique finished and I'm so impressed by that super cool triangle quilt. Love the the bathing beauty shot too!! :)

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  9. Looking gorgeous AND sewing up a storm!! Woohoo! Love what you are doing.

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  10. I have the same pool hair happening here although I have abandoned the swimmers for a sarong.....hmmm not a good look but cool. I love all your beautiful work.

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  11. Cute! Straight line quilting is awesome :-)

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  12. Wow, you're on a roll, are you feeling okay?! Looking fab anyway (although thanks for the wee heart, I'd have needed something, err, larger ;o) )

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  13. I'm fully convinced that some projects just have to percolate, so one should not feel guilty if they don't get done immediately. Love the applique and the triangle, both turned out gorgeous!

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  14. Yay its finished ! and looks fantastic! Love the photo of you quilting in your swim suit. (glad to see im not the only one)
    You got a new machine? do you love it??

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  15. Love the applique even more now! And look at you in your bathers! Summer seems so far away now, as the snow is starting to fall here!

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  16. Your applique piece is lovely! Kelly has such amazing applique designs!

    Love the triangles too - all those straight lines make me smile. Thanks for the stragically placed heart - so much easier than having to take another photo :)

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  17. LOVE the applique! Absolutely beautiful!! I am also loving the triangle quilt. GORGEOUS! The heart...that's just a darn cute touch. LOL Thanks for the chuckle!!

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  18. Great to see the appliqué finished. Its going to look wonderful hung up somewhere in the house. I can help you pick a spot.

    And those triangles are tres modern! Lovely.

    It pissed down here yesterday so as far as Im concerned that swimsuit picture is kind of sticking to all of us who sat inside freezing all day....

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  19. Lovely applique... for the new house I gather. It will look lovely. You are really doing well sewing in this weather. My brain is severely fried as our aircon has been on the blink through this whole heatwave so I've been spending my days sitting in an airconditioned shopping centre with a book.
    How's that planning going. I'll be interested to hear.

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  20. Both are just fantastic! I'm not surprised you are thrilled and pleased with your work. Sewing in my bathing suit isn't something I've done, but if I had a fab pool like yours, I might!

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  21. You are so talented, Marg! I love your appliqué!!!!

    Lucky you to have a pool, warm weather, and the sun, apparently (it's been cloudy here non-stop). Great job....make sure to show us where you and Shay decide to hang it!

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  22. Wow, a swim and then sewing in your suit, sounds great. I love the projects, they are beautiful.

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  23. Your work is so wonderful! You always have the best choices in fabric. I know I have said that before, bu tit is true!

    I love the little heart! I am envious of your visit with Mrs Pyjamas!

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