ANOTHER FINISH AND THREE READY TO GO

“Out of Africa” is finally finished, right though the binding. It is a product of a 2014 Row Swap. I think it’s my new favorite. My favorites change often. But, for now….

 

I have put together a few kits to take with me to our Big Bear retreat.

The perfect guy quilt kit.

 

This is another guy quilt kit.

 

But, this is a girly “Quilt As You Go Quilt”. This is the first time I have ever used this technique. I made this sample block. It’s going to be fun!

Hope you have a good week and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A FINISH -- WOOHOO!

It's finished, right through the label.  And, it's ready in time for the March meeting when it is due.  I quilted it using a simple straight-line quilting technique. There is a lot already going on with this quilt. Besides, I think the colors keeps it modern. I used the Faux Piping binding method to give it just another pop of color. 

The way the UFO challenge works is you decide on which five UFOs you would most like to complete throughout the year, listing them by number. Then, a number gets drawn every other month.  At the March meeting, they will draw which one will be due in May.  I have plenty to work on until them.

Hope you have a good week and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

THREE FINISHED FLIMSIES! HOORAY!

I quilted three flimsies last week. It was a hot week and my quilt room is the coolest room in the house. Thus the three finishes. Plus, they were all baby quilts.

This first one I finished is a Granny Square quilt.  You can find the instructions for this all over the internet as a free pattern. I used a jelly roll and for the life of me I cannot remember whose it was. Maybe someone out there knows.

 

The second one is a Pinwheel Quilt. You can find the free pattern on the Moda Bakeshop web site. I used a charm pack of 30s fabric and white muslin. It only uses one charm pack.  I love this pattern; and, I often use it as my go-to baby quilt.

The last one is a panel I picked up a few years ago. It is made from a Lewe the Lamb panel and a couple of fat quarters. I cut it apart and added some four patches, rail fences and borders to get it a little larger. As it is it is only about 28 x 38.  I would use it to keep a baby warm in the grocery store, or as a stroller quilt, or maybe a wall hanging in the nursery.

All of these are earmarked for my quilt guild; for either an auction we are having in October or for the Marine family services. I will let the guild decide where they can best be used.

                           

Hope you have a good week and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

ANOTHER FINISH

Another finish and already delivered to its new home.  This quilt was started last summer when Melinda Fulkerson taught Bonnie Hunter's Scrappy Mountains Majesties at a quilting workshop in Las Vegas.  I just finished the piping binding last week.

I love the way it manages to almost look scrappy by using one larger print fabric.  Thank you Melinda for a fun class and thank you Sue Salinger for the perfect job of quilting.

I'm so sorry I didn't think to pull out my camera to take a picture of little Maddie with her new quilt.  Story of my life.

Hope you have a good week and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

SUMMER IN THE PARK IS FINISHED!

It is finished, completed, done including the label. 

Of course this has taken me a very long time to get from beginning to end. Largely because there is so much sewing to be done. I started this at the Riley Blake Fabric Fest that was held in Las Vegas, Nevada back in September of 2013.  (Wish they'd do another one; it was very fun). Jenny Doan, of Missouri Star Quilt Co., taught the Summer in the Park class using a 2.5" Rollie Pollie.  

Sue Salinger quilted it for me. She did a fabulous job. Thanks Sue! Here's a close up of the quilting. 

Hope your week has been going good and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A FINISH IS ALWAYS GOOD

My "Emerald Quilt" is finished.  I actually started this quilt last year.  This was made for the 2013 Pantone color of the year, Emerald. 

Bears Quilt Shop did the quilting for me. Didn't they do a super Job.  Thanks Vivs.  I think the feathers work perfectly for a Goose in the Pond.

This year's Pantone color of the year is Radiant Orchid.  Maybe I'll start a Radiant Orchid quilt while in Florida.

I hope you are enjoying your week.

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

YAY! A FINISHED QUILT

I have a finish!  I started this Blue and White Chevron a couple of years ago. I saw this same combination on Pinterest.  Love Pinterest!  A friend and I had got together with the thought that each of us would make one of these for charity.  Not only did we realize it was much more work than we had anticipated; but, I at least, fell in love with it.  So....who knows?

Only eight more quilt tops to quilt.

I hope you are enjoying your week.

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

HADLEY'S QUILT

Hello out there.  I have been so long quilting things I cannot show you.  But, today I can show you my newest finish because the gift has been mailed and received.

 

I made this for my first great granddaughter-to-be.  Rachel's due date was April 15th,  and, still no baby Hadley.  Hurry up Hadley, we are all anxious to meet you!

I hope you are enjoying your week.

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

TWO FINISHED QUILTS

This is such a busy time of year for everyone, and I am not getting much sewing done.  I actually pulled out my sewing machine and thought I may get something done; but, not so far.  It is at least plugged in and ready to go once the mood strikes.

I did manage to finish one quilt with a huge help from my granddaughter Madeline.  I went to the local quilt guild here and one of the ladies is very involved in Quilts of Valor.  In a very matter-of-fact way, she pointed out that I had plenty of time to finish a quilt for them while I was here.  So here it is:

Madeline pieced the disappearing 9 patch blocks and I assembled it, put the borders on, and included a binding made in the blue fabric.  They seemed pleased to get it at their December meeting.  Obligation fulfilled (insert smiley face).

While I'm showing finished quilts, I was in charge of this year's President's quilt at Quilters by the Sea in Long Beach. 

I wasn't there to see Susan receive it; but, I'm sure she likes it.

Hope you are having a good week.

Quilt happy,
Marilyn

ANOTHER FINISH

I have had the pleasure to quilt with my daughter most of the week.  And, I was able to finish my Bento Box quilt top. 

 

I love it.  Do you see Gracie photo bombing?

My daughter's quilt will need to remain a secret for a while.  It is going to be a gift. 

Today I am off to my grandson's Veteran's program.  A little late I know.  But,  there were some unexpected events at his school last week.  I'm excited to be able to take in some of these events, except this takes place at 8:30 in the morning.  Really?

Have a great weekend and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A FINISH

Well almost.  A finished quilt top at least.  It is from the book "Successful Scrap Quilts" by Sandy Turner and Margaret Rolfe. 

 

I am pretty sure it won't get quilted until I get home.  I still have plenty to work on. 

I pulled this put-together kit out to get started on this week. 

 

I have always wanted to make a Bento Box and this has been cut up and ready to go for at least a year.  Another one I grabbed to go.  Not sure how far I will get on it this week.  I'll let you know on Friday.  May be just all play.  One can only hope.

Have a good week and

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

TWO FIISHED QUILTS

I was asked to make a T-Shirt quilt for a graduating high-school student.  He will be going to college in the fall and it was designed to fit on his dorm bed, which is a Twin Extra Long.

I didn't quilt it.  My friend Sue Salinger did.  Didn't she do a great job?  I hope he likes it.

 

 Another new finish is this one for my granddaughter who is turning twenty-one in July.   This is her birthday quilt. 

I hadn't bought enough backing fabric, so I made a giant four patch.  I quilted it in a fairly simple and comfy style. 

 

 

The patch was something my granddaughter had pinned on pinterest.  It just had to live here.  I'm pretty sure she doesn't read my blog, so she will be surprised. I hope you are having a good week and that you

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

THREE FINISHES AND ONE NEARLY

A few days ago I told you I had high hopes that I would finish these four quilts by the end of the week. I missed that deadline.  Here is the status:  these three are finished clear through the binding and the labels.

 

 

They are going to Community Relations for Quilters by the Sea Quilt Guild.  Then there is this one:

I'm still quilting.  However, it is very close to being finished.  I only have to quilt the borders and bind it.  I didn't have any backing fabric that would really work.  So, a trip to M & L's sister store, Jenny's was in order.  I found a great matchy background and picked up what I thought would be plenty.  And, you guessed it, it was about 1/2 yard shy even by setting it width wise.  When it's finished, I'll show you my remedy.  I hope you have had a good weekend.

Quilt happy,
Marilyn

 

TWO MORE FINISHES

My daughter put in a request for quilts for a couple of her favorite charities.  I’m not sure if they will be raffled or not.  I had these two quilt tops hanging out begging to be quilted.

 

 

The backing of the Pips jelly roll quilt is fabric from Ikea.  Love using their fabric for backings.  And, the backing on the 2nd quilt "Lazy Day at the Lake" is from Australia.  I think both are happier now that they are finished and awaiting a home.

 

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

HAS THIS EVER HAPPENED TO YOU?

I really wanted to use this fabric for the binding and even cutting it at 2 ¼” I could only muster up 6 strips.  I joined it end to end instead of on the diagonal hoping that would do it.  And, off I went  -- blissfully sewing until OOPS!

And this was what I had left.  What would you do?

Me too.  Carry on!

 The galloping horse theory. 

 

I hope you love it Mom.  It’s really comfy.

 

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

ANOTHER QUILT ON ITS WAY

When my granddaughter, Maddie and her friend, Ashley (both 13 at the time) were here last summer, I held some sewing lessons.  Because neither had ever sewn before, I decided the jelly roll race quilt would teach straight sewing with an emphasis on sewing a ¼” seam.  Today I finally quilted that lesson for them.  I think Ashley is getting the quilt, because as Maddie said, “I have a few from you Grandma”. 

Turned out pretty good I think for their first ever quilt. 

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

ANOTHER FINISH!

I have finished my other January Workshop quilt, AKA Trudy’s Quilt.  Or, maybe I’ll call it My Bouquet.  Linda Sackin taught this great class at Orange Grove Quilter’s Guild.  So much fun to see what everyone came up with.

What do you think, should I bling it or not?

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A ROSE IS A ROSE IS A ROSE

This quilt is a collaborative quilt.  My friend, Sandara, embroidered the blocks and wanted them turned into a queen-size quilt.  Together we selected the sashing and border fabric.  I pieced it, quilted it, and made the shams. 

 

It's going in the mail in the moring.   This is so Sandara; I can't wait for her to see it finished in person.

 

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A COUPLE OF COOL FINISHES

It has turned hot and my only air-conditioned room is my quilt room.  That means I am getting some things finished. 

Back in June I took a workshop at my quilt guild.  The class was taught by a good friend, Carol Logue, who is a certified “Quilt in a Day” instructor.  The quilt she was teaching was Silent Star, an Eleanor Burns pattern.   I just knew, no matter how much I liked it, that I had better make a table runner instead.  So, that is just what I did.  I like it.  It’s a good summer runner.

In my quest to stay cool, I also finished a little gift.  But, I’m only giving you a peek until….

Quilt happy,

Marilyn

A FINISH

Something is finished.  Really.  Gosh, it’s been a dry spell.  But, this weekend was set aside for quilting.  This will be donated to Quilters by the Sea's community service group.  My plan this year is to make quilts for the veterans.  The pattern is “Out of the Box” by A Quilter’s Dream. 

All the fabric (fat quarters) was pulled from my stash.  I wasn’t happy when I started to piece it; nothing seemed to go together. But, I am determined to work with mostly my stash this year.  We’ll see. 

It's a good scrappy quilt. Hopefully it will make a vet happy.

While photographing this quilt, this blue bird was keeping a close eye on what was happening.  There must be a nest nearby.  Now, is this a Blue Jay or a Scrub Jay?  I always heard that there are no Blue Jays in California.  But look at that crest.  Let's just call it a Blue Bird. 

Quilt happy,

Marilyn