After a marathon effort for FNWF (which ran quite a long way into Saturday), I finished the final border of my Irish Circles. And I love it. I am so looking forward to some cooler quilting weather so I can make a start on the hand quilting.
A quick photo on the grass as it was just starting to rain.
So now I only have my DJ to work on. Only one top in progress...........yes I do feel a bit anxious about that. I don't even have a new quilt in mind. Of course there is cross stitch and some other small projects to work on, but still, I need a new quilt project too. So I'm looking out for something with lots of applique and not too much piecing, another epic long term project.
It's a beautiful rainy Sunday here, perfect for sewing.
Susan x
It's soo beautiful Susan, well done, just love it!
ReplyDeleteSo exciting for you - it is gorgeous! I am so looking forward to seeing how you hand quilt this one - with my renewed interest in hand quilting I can't get enough of it, and your work is always superb!
ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely cool wet day here too - have fun with your DJ!
Stunning!!! You should be very proud of your efforts. I'm sure you will find another challenging project before you know it. Enjoy the cool, wet day.
ReplyDeleteSuch an inspirational quilt, just love the quilt, fabric everything about it.
ReplyDeleteOh, Susan! Your quilt is so beautiful. Just imagine how it is going to look once you quilt it. I just love the colours you have used. xxx
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! Have you seen the Stonefields quilt that a lot of bloggers are making. It just might be what you're looking for in a new project.
ReplyDeleteDear Susan,
ReplyDeleteit is just gorgeous, what a wonderful quilt, will come out great once quilted.
We are working on Stonefields by Susan Smith at the moment. Lots of applique and a little of handsewing, great project.
Greetings,
Sylvia
Looks so lovely Susan ....I'm sure another quilt will pop up and you will just have to make it:))
ReplyDeleteLove it! Make sure you bring it next weekend - can't wait to catch up xx
ReplyDeleteWOW WOW WOW Susan this is beautiful. Clever you. Love it.
ReplyDeleteHello Susan,
ReplyDeleteA family heirloom, good luck with the hand quilting.
Happy days.
Bev.
Well done Susan....you should be supr proud that is stunning...xx
ReplyDeleteSo,so gorgeous Susan!! I love it also, well done!
ReplyDeleteMichelle
Just gorgeous Susan :) Barb.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent!!! Well done Susan it looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteIt has been lovely following your progress on this project. I can't wait till you find your next 'big' project to inspire you.
happy days!!
Wow Susan, well done. Looks fantastic !!!!
ReplyDeleteGreetings Grit
Oh Susan, this is stunning. Great effort
ReplyDeleteAnother ' gorgeous' comment from me too!
ReplyDeleteLovely, clean and fresh and bright.
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous Susan! Have been following the progress and am looking forward to seeing your next big project!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Susan! I am sure you will find the next project soon!
ReplyDeleteBeautifull.....I don't know anyone who has to look for their next project...there are always so many out there tempting us....but you'll find something...
ReplyDeleteAmazing...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on such a beautiful finish. It is a great achievement even before the quilting starts. You should be very proud of yourself.
ReplyDeleteSusan it's just beautiful. Well done on this amazing project
ReplyDeleteSo much stitching went into creating this beautiful quilt.
ReplyDeleteI think all your readers might be a bit in love too Susan! I've really loved seeing you progress this amazing creation & you're rightfully proud! x
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful quilt. I wish I had fewer projects going sometime.
ReplyDeleteDo you hire out as a personal peicing trainer? Consider yourself booked if you do ;o) Watching you make Irish Circles is what spurred me to order the pattern. Heck... I aspire to BE you!! Is that creepy or what! :o)) Your version is amazing Susan..... be proud... be very proud. xxxxx
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful
ReplyDeleteCongratulations it looks beautiful. I am sure there are lots of options out there for applique projects, just been to a quilt show and one lady made a Kim McLean quilt each year - they are big and full on applique!
ReplyDeleteIt's magnificent Susan and I'm sure you'll have lots of enjoyment quilting it when the weather cools down a bit.
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is so beautiful. I'm sure it will be even more so once it's quilted.
ReplyDeleteOh wow just beautiful Susan, no wonder you are in love
ReplyDeleteWootwoot - I'm not surprised you're in love - it is beautiul- well done on the charge to the finish line! YOu are very good at keeping on top of your projects :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous quilt top Susan. Just beautiful. Cheers, Tracy.
ReplyDeleteStupendous!!!! You have made an exquisite quilt Susan xx
ReplyDeleteThat is so beautiful. I would be anxious to start the quilting too, even though it isn't nice cool weather for quilting just yet! xx debbie
ReplyDeleteI love the applique on the borders, just c beautiful quilt top. Yes, cooler weather is much more pleasant for hand quilting. No doubt the just-right new quilt idea/pattern will come you way at the right time.
ReplyDeleteWowsers! You should be in love. That is just gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks fabulous . Make sure it comes on the road with you Saturday. I'm glad you have a few projects to keep you busy until you find another quilt.
ReplyDeleteSo you should be "in Love"! .. Its beautiful
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! Success with finding a long term project. I have got too many on the go!
ReplyDeleteYou must be so proud of yourself for achieving such a great result! It truely is beautiful Susan.
ReplyDeleteI too so love appliqué,my favourite. How good will this look all hand quilted , a great heirloom,
I think I am in love too Susan! Your quilt is absolutely stunning! Looking forward to your next one!
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