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The First Finish of the Year

I am so pleased to say I have a finish top for this new year.
I'm going to take that as a good sign.

 


I can cross of my first UFO, #31.


It is a Lori Smith pattern called Lily's Garden.

It is made using 30's reproduction fabric. I did machine appliqueing, using Ricky Tim's applique paper.


The quilt is a wall hanging or crib size, 45" x 45".


Used Kona Cotton in Snow for the background.

I haven't yet decided if I will attempt to machine quilt myself or have a pro quilt it. 
One of my goals is to be good enough at quilting on my domestic machine. I have tried it on a couple of small projects but I really do need to get quite a few more hours under my belt to feel comfortable at it. Right now I feel like hands don't know which way to go half the time or to have my feet to go in sync with my hands.
Practice, Practice, Practice.
Isn't that what it takes!



It's now time for the Happy Dance.

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  1. Heleen GrootJanuary 17, 2015 at 2:13 AM

    Gorgeous! Such vibrant, bright colours. You did really well!

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    1. Rose Prairie Quilts and FarmJanuary 19, 2015 at 11:56 AM

      Thank you. The 30's fabric are so cheerful. Guess that is what was needed during those hard times in the Depression

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  2. mamasmercantileJanuary 17, 2015 at 3:33 AM

    It is stunning, a real delight. I particularly loved the birds. Have a great weekend.

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  3. FlickenstichlerinJanuary 17, 2015 at 5:20 AM

    Hope you enjoy your happy dance, it is a beautiful project.
    Greetings,
    Sylvia

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  4. MimiJanuary 17, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    Very pretty. I see Cherry Trees on your list. How far along are you on that one? I love mine.

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  5. Pioneer Woman at HeartJanuary 17, 2015 at 7:51 AM

    Absolutely beautiful!

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  6. Tanya Quilts in COJanuary 17, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    Way to go! This is gorgeous and indeed worthy of a happy dance. Good luck figuring out the quilting--that is where I get stuck too...

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  7. JasmineJanuary 17, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    So pretty! I love to practice FMQ on whole cloth quilts. I can work on movement without worrying about ruining something I pieced.

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  8. AnnaJanuary 17, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Adorable! congratulations on getting off to a great start!

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  9. KateJanuary 17, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    Beautifully done! Congrats on the finish.

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  10. Myra @ Busy Hands QuiltsJanuary 17, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    It is very pretty!

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  11. UnknownJanuary 18, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    Wow, that is so cheery! Lily's garden reminded me of "chicky's garden" in "how to make an american quilt", one of my all-time fave movies :) What do you do with all your quilts when you're done with them? That's a long list!

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    1. Rose Prairie Quilts and FarmJanuary 19, 2015 at 12:12 PM

      Well Nancy that is a good question. I've given some to family members. I've donated a few. Of course I've have a bunch and then there are those I haven't finished yet..... what will I'll do, is the next dilemma

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  12. audreyJanuary 19, 2015 at 6:10 PM

    LOVE this quilt! Very sweet.:)

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  13. UnknownJanuary 19, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    You could always start an Etsy shop and sell some :) Did you ever see "how to make an american quilt"? Amazing quilts in those movie, and great female characters....

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