So, I've got my layout chosen! My quilting buddy Karen Bush gave me the idea and I'm taking it! :) Since I have a king size bed and the blocks are only 6" blocks - well, that's a LOT of blocks! My 'unoriginal' thought was to make a full size quilt with blocks and then put WIDE borders where I could put some applique. I do love to applique. She said, Why don't you put the applique in the middle and use the blocks for the border? Light bulb moment!!!! Exactly! So here is my rough layout for the quilt -
Now, I haven't measured or anything, so I have no idea if that's the correct number of blocks or not, but that is the next step.
The next question is - what are you going to applique in the middle? I knew you wanted to know :)
The next question is - what are you going to applique in the middle? I knew you wanted to know :)
I LOVE this applique quilt and have for years. It's the perfect thing to go in the center of my Farmers Wife Quilt - her flower garden! Still must decide on hand or machine applique, but I'll get that figured out. This Floral Fantasy comes in sizes from wall hanging to king size, so I know I'll have the perfect size middle for my FW quilt!
I know this is not going to be a quick and easy project. It will take time, I'm under no illusions. It will my first (and probably last) king size quilt!
First, I love the new look!!! Soft, calming and very inviting. Good job!
ReplyDeleteI am so anxious to watch the progress of this quilt. I love the applique you have chosen and so glad your friend, Karen, came up with the idea of the applique in the middle. This will be beautiful...Have fun, take your time and good luck!!!! :)
~Louise
Thank you! I thought it was time for a little color change! I'm totally excited about starting this quilt, I may even start on the applique before Feb 1. I think that will take longer than the blocks - well, maybe not! :)
ReplyDeleteNeedle turn applique is so relaxing, but time consuming...I love it; however, if you are in a hurry machine is the way to go. What a spectacular quilt Rochelle designed, and your fabric choices lend themselves to the beauty of her design and your skills! Enjoy the journey.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I have to remember - Enjoy The Journey!!!! I usually get so fixated on FINISHING that I don't enjoy it anymore. I'll have to make myself a little note and post it so I don't forget that. I do Love to do needle turn applique, but it does take time. But then, so what? lol I've got time! So - i'm leaning towards the needle turn. Especially since this will be a quilt to pass on, not just a quickie that we'll end up using as a picnic quilt. Thanks for the reminder :)
ReplyDeleteOh, my, Karen! This is going to be swoony, gorgeous! I can't wait to see your progress.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Donna