Saturday, January 12, 2013

"Flower Power" Finished At Last

It took a while.  I bought the background fabric in August 2010 and took the first stitches in October 2010.  I finished the quilting in July 2012.  The applique and the quilting were all done by hand and I enjoyed every bit of it.  I especially loved the appliqued double circles for some reason--I never got tired of them. This quilt hangs in my family room and I get a lot of pleasure peering at it and admiring my fabric choices.  I reduced the pattern in size; my version is 57" X 64".  Thanks to Kim McLean for an irresistible pattern, and to all the Glorious Applique bloggers who kept me inspired.
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26 comments:

  1. Just gorgeous. Well done on your finish. This is a pattern I've wanted to make for ages. Can I ask what you used for your background fabric?

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  2. That’s a Stunner! Love the background fabric!!

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  3. Oh so totally worth every stitch, what a great piece to admire in your home! I too love hand work it just seems so much more satisfying. Love that turquoise background.
    so what is the next project

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  4. oh Very fun! it was worth the wait to see this one finished.
    love the background fabric so bold and works!
    thanks for sharing congrats!!!!!
    Kathie

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  5. Oh lovely, wished it was hanging in my familyroom! ;)

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  6. this is totally awesome!!!!! could we have close up pictures? Quite an accomplishment, so inspiring......

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  7. Gorgeous, and an awesome achievement! Congratulations on the big finish, and thanks for sharing!

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  8. Simply beautiful! Love that it is hand quilted too!

    Kathy in Michigan

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  9. It's wonderful and inspiring! I got out my Lollypop block (only my second) just this morning....

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  10. I'm new to applique and seeing stuff like this is so inspiring! Great work!

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  11. Congratulations on your finish--it's lovely!

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  12. Absolutely beautiful! Congratulations.

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  13. TaDa!! It's gorgeous and a great accomplishment!

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  14. I have been waiting for this post for months. As someone who has seen the quilt in person, let me add that it's even better "in the flesh." Congratulations, dear friend. We will all look forward to your next one.

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  15. Your quilt is amazing. Congratulations.

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  16. Your quilt is beautiful. I love the turquoise background!! You've inspired me to make another Kim McLean quilt!!

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  17. Congratulations on such a GORGEOUS finish!

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  18. Absolutely stunning! I'm glad you're displaying this beauty where you can see and enjoy it every day. It's a work of art. :)

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  19. This is really beautiful. I love your background fabric choice. What fabric is it?

    Really well done.

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  20. Beautiful Leland! I love the prints on the background. Must look really stunning in that room. You can make a quilt with those double circles! Kim McL

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  21. Sew Beautiful!!!! Love your color choices. Are you ready to start another pattern by Kim?

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    1. Oh yes! I am going to make a baby quilt using the Farm Animals section from Pandemonium--I already have the animals made. For one thing, I have piles and piles of Kaffe fabrics to use up. What about you?

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  22. So beautiful! Great quilter you are,!

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