It's spring!
And with spring comes some very springy quilting -
You know I've been working on this now for several months - it only seems like it has come together quickly, but it really has been an ongoing project in between retreat comings and goings - any time I could grab some time to stitch the units.
This week I was able to get the quilt loaded into the long arm and start the quilting.
Even the quilting went in fits and starts as we had the whole "Trap Tula!" event and had the vet day in between.
I quilted in sand colored thread using Nemish's Feather Grande pantograph.
I really like how it filled the larger neutral areas where blocks come together.
Trimmed and ready for binding -
A green variegated zig-zag stripe made the perfect binding!
I've been stitching binding down over the past few nights - it's coming along. One side done, 3 more to go.
Yep! No borders needed -
What am I naming this quilt?
Morning Glories.
They come in so many colors and varieties!
Be watching for Morning Glories to be released as a PDF pattern in August.
Things to know: Because of the odd angles I paper pieced all of the units in the quilt. It would have had to be template cut otherwise.
Paper piecers will love this pattern, those who do not love paper piecing may not. Or maybe we could convince them to TRY to love paper piecing because the units are simple!
Quiltville Quote of the Day-
Don't let the push from others to be "realistic" squash your dreams!
Happy Friday everyone!
Another stunner! Great job! The variety of morning glory pictures is a great visual to add to make the day start fresh. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteIt’s beautiful! I was so hoping it would be released in May. 😉
ReplyDeleteI am gone 12 days in May to Vietnam. Thanks for understanding that it takes time to write the pattern and do all of the photography and step out graphics - I need more time. August will fit my schedule much better. And there are other things in the works for May, June, July.
DeleteThank you, Bonnie! I really appreciate what you do for us. I do understand! You are a BUSY person. This pattern just struck a chord in me and has me itching to start and pull these color together. I love paper piecing for the exactnesss and, to me, it is error free easy. Have a wonderful Vietnam trip, I look forward to your posts and pictures.
DeleteI LOVE paper piecing and cannot wait to get this pattern and make this quilt!
ReplyDeletePatty Potter
Such a beautiful quilt!
ReplyDeleteLove the NAME of this quilt to come.
ReplyDeleteMy OH My! What a beautiful garden you've quilted! I absolutely love this quilt!. Bonnie, you are amazing! Yeah, this pattern is one I've gotta buy. I love how you show us your new creations a while before they come out in a pattern. This way I get a chance to plan my projects to get them done before I just gotta buy a new one. I love paper piecing - the accuracy is awesome. I do have a die that will cut the kite shape, but not sure what your finished size is for that block...I'll just have to wait and see. C'mon August, c'mon.
ReplyDeleteJust have to patiently wait until August. Love it Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait for this to be released! I love paper piecing! Thank you, Bonnie. Hope you have a great Easter!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! I love the colors and the name of the pattern. I love morning glories!!!
ReplyDeleteI rarely comment on your blog although I read it first thing every morning. Your Morning Glories quilt has captured my heart and I will be waiting with bated breath 'til August. Thank you for all your time and efforts to keep us quilty folks always entertained.
ReplyDeleteStunning quilt and perfectly named!
ReplyDeleteWow! Beautiful quilt and Bonnie, your quote for the day is awesome! Makes me think! I always look forward to seeing your quotes!
ReplyDeleteI love your Morning Glories quilt. Looking forward to the pattern!
ReplyDeleteLove it! I'll be looking for this pattern for sure!
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ReplyDeleteLovely quilt! I’ll give paper piecing a chance. Earlene Lamb
ReplyDeleteSuch a springy and happy quilt. I haven’t done paper piecing in quite awhile, but I have to do this one! Love it!❤️
ReplyDeleteLovely! And perfect name. Mavis Reynolds
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt. Looking forward to the Vietnam trip! Any pointers you can share for packing, etc?
ReplyDeleteOK! This is a YES on my list of "to do's"! August is perfect as I have 2 other projects that have an Aug. deadline so I will be able to clear my calendar!
ReplyDeleteAs always, it is a beautiful quilt. You are sooooo talented. I wish you and your family a very Happy Easter.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Morning Glories! I have been watching this one with interest. I knew it had to be paper pieced, and though I have not done any paper piecing, I am looking forward to building my skill on this quilt. I'll look forward to the August pattern release -- it'll be here before we know it. Thanks for another inspiring finish!
ReplyDeleteIt's absolutely gorgeous!! And yet another stunning idea to go all scrappy! Thank you for a glimpse of Spring on this dreary last couple of days. Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteSew Perfect. I'm in the Template cutter camp. That would be my preffered method. I still need to get my Purple version of QM Ruby Jubilee together. I got the sections together Wednesday. Love all the colors in your Morning Glory Quilt. The green vines were winding through the garden when I was in Council Bluffs. I didn't know about them until I saw them there. Hubby said they are weeds.
ReplyDeleteIsn’t she lovely? The secondary patterns always thrill me. The piecing is straight but it gives the illusion of curves. I must get me morning glories planted soon. So many colors to choose from. Happy Easter! Happy Spring! FranSak
ReplyDeleteI really wasn’t in love with this pattern — until I saw the finished quilt. It is beautiful. Cindy B.
ReplyDeleteLove the Morning Glories quilt. I definitely will purchase the pattern!
ReplyDeleteFabulous quilt, you’ve out done yourself with this one, Bonnie!!!!Lucy K
ReplyDeleteI really like this quilt, and I also like to paper piece! Perfect! Looking forward to the pattern.
ReplyDeleteI don’t love paper piecing but this quilt is stunning. You continue to amaze me with the variety and originality of your patterns. They are not just old blocks recolored and called a new name. Since I love the quilt I will definitely buy the pattern and tolerate the paper piecing to get the end results.
ReplyDeletelove it!! I have a very conflicted relationship with paper piecing, hopefully can use the summer months to "get over it" and purchase this pattern when it comes out.
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