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Day 3 Slow Sunday

Today I'll be finally getting the binding on this quilt. 


I had started this quilt last November, a year ago and did get the top finish but just with all the has been going on with Mom, I just folded it up and put in the closet.





Then over the summer I took it out of the closet and to the quilter Had him just do an all over loopy pattern, nothing fancy



Sometimes I know just what fabric I want to use for binding and other times I just don't have any idea.
First thought was to go with a green to just blend in but couldn't find one that I like. I was afraid that red would be a little too over powering of a color even thou it was the color used on the pattern but now that it is on I believe it will work.



But before I get sewing down the binding plan on getting some more mowing in and sewing up the pillow cases. I would like to have them done in time to have them in the mail tomorrow.
Also been making great progress on the Spicier Life CAL.



Have the main body of the afghan done and I'm now working on the border.



Just 2 more rows to go. Who knows I might be able to finish it tonight.




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  1. Vicki in MNDecember 3, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    I love your Christmas quilt-I must look up that pattern.

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    1. Rose Prairie Quilts and FarmDecember 3, 2017 at 11:16 AM

      It wasn't a hard pattern and her direction are very good. I order it as a PDF pattern. Here is a link to the pattern
      http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/2016/07/vintage-christmas-quilt-pattern.html

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  2. LauraDecember 3, 2017 at 10:52 AM

    Love the vintage truck Christmas quilt! It brings back special memories of hunting in the woods for just the right tree!

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  3. SuzanneDecember 3, 2017 at 12:07 PM

    The Tree and Truck are just perfect for the Wintery Holidays!

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  4. Wendy FDecember 3, 2017 at 12:23 PM

    What a lovey holiday quilt - the red binding looks perfect!

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  5. Carla A Few Of My Favorite ThingsDecember 3, 2017 at 1:09 PM

    Love your Christmas quilt! I have been seeing that old red truck a lot when I have been in the Christmas departments. So classic and brings you back to childhood memories at least it does for me!

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  6. Chookyblue......December 3, 2017 at 1:35 PM

    your trees and trucks looks great...........

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  7. The Cozy QuilterDecember 3, 2017 at 1:53 PM

    My FIL had a little red truck. Seeing all the red trucks this year makes me think of him. I love your red truck quilt. The red binding is perfect.

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  8. LynetteDecember 3, 2017 at 4:25 PM

    Those meandering loops were perfect for this one, and I really like the red binding! You've reminded me of a Christmas top I pieced two Decembers ago, and I'm going to go pull it out so I can start making its borders. :) Thanks!

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  9. Cynthia Brunz DesignsDecember 3, 2017 at 5:58 PM

    The trees in the bed of the truck crack me up. What an adorable finish! Thanks for sharing with Oh Scrap!

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  10. The Civil War QuilterDecember 3, 2017 at 6:49 PM

    Love the red tuck quilt! The red binding frames it perfectly. Will it be a quilt you decorate with just at Christmas time? What a lovely addition to your décor it will be.

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  11. CathieJDecember 3, 2017 at 6:52 PM

    I think the red binding is perfect for that quilt. It blends perfectly. That blanket is very pretty.

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  12. Quilter KathyDecember 3, 2017 at 7:55 PM

    I love the red binding... enjoy!

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  13. dqDecember 4, 2017 at 10:07 PM

    I sure do love that Christmas tree in the truck quilt. I think I want one every time I see one.

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  14. KateDecember 6, 2017 at 6:14 AM

    Your Bringing home the tree quilt turned out beautifully! The red binding makes a very nice final frame.

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  15. QuiltsmilesDecember 12, 2017 at 12:10 PM

    Love your vintage Christmas quilt, it’s a beautiful finish.

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