For me this quilt is so simple but it represents a real sense of progress for me. I know that it's probably not considered "advanced" or "intricate" but all the points are good, the borders were the right size, it's the first quilt I did entirely freehand on my frame, and also? I used up every single bit of the fat quarters. It's officially a stash-buster. I think back to my very first quilt, paper pieced and sweet but not really "me." And then there's this one, it's *all* me and it's currently draped over my love seat bringing screamingly bright spring and summer into my house even when it's thundering outside.
When I first saw the Dulcinea Schnibble I loved the soft colors of the original. But when I went to make it the fabric that called me was altogether NOT soft. I went with Deb Strain's "Fresh Flowers" along with some scraps of Fresh just to use them up. I finished it a while ago but just managed to get the binding on it last weekend.
With Steve not around to help with the holding-up duties, and given that it's a Schnibble, I enlisted the help of a Schnibble-sized helper. Clearly she gets her quilt display skills from her father. (I tried to pick just one of these pictures but I swear I just couldn't decide)
And for those who like their quilts in a more wearable fashion:
I was going to ask her to show off the new top I made her but clearly that will have to wait for another day.
Beautiful!! Love your helper! :-)
ReplyDeleteSo cheery and bright, I love it!
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt and your model! I made a lap quilt from Fresh Flowers too and have bought some yardage of my favourites prints, some finding their way into my current project.
ReplyDeleteStunning quilt---SO PRETTY!!
ReplyDeleteThat's so beautiful! I really love colors:)
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely adorable! I love all the bright colors...and your little helper...she may steal the show! :o)
ReplyDeleteVery fun...your Schnibble-sized assistant is a perfect quilt model.
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous! So bright and cheery!
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous Melissa. Very colourful.Your points are perfect. I did pinweels for my quilt and I have to admit, I unpicked stitching many a time but got there in the end :)
ReplyDeleteYour model is absolutely adorable!!! I also love your schnibble, so bright and happy and perfectly made!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty quilt and your little one is just adorable!! At least she isn't rolling her eyes at you as your hubby does LOL.
ReplyDeleteCrispy
I love this quilt! The colors are AMAZING!! The pattern is also wonderfully fun. Great job!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, colorful and the corners match. Fantastic.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet! And she looks like she loves it too!
ReplyDeletedarlin quilt & precious little girl!
ReplyDeleteAre you kidding?? These pictures a perfect!! Use them! `karen
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie...I see a model in the making, LOL. I don't blame her for wanting to wear the quilt, it is so bright and cheerful, who could resist? Thanks so much for sharing. Hugs...
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and Carrie would be proud. The cheerful colors go so well with your cheerful little helper. Thanks for sharing all the photos. Together they capture the fun she had being your little Vanna White!
ReplyDeleteNever mind the little quilt ~ which is totally wonderful, by the way... Your Schnibble-sized helper is SO cute! The picture sequence is funny and sweet.
ReplyDeleteThank you for not picking just one picture, I love them all... especially the last two. Those make me smile. :)
I ran across your blog when visiting "Sew Its Finished" and your blog name made me laugh. I had to come and see what is going on over here. I see you have not posted in awhile, but hope you return to let us see what is new with you. Love the pics of the colorful quilt and your sweetie. I will need to come back later and do some reading when I have a bit more time. Have a Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteSusanne :)