At some point today, I hope to start quilting. I have some ideas that I'm waiting to play out when I get to the top. But first, I have to finish tacking down all the peels, since right now they are only fused with a iron (I stitch very close to the edge to tack them). I also have a doctor's appointment because I'm still sick and have officially lost my voice... but I don't need to talk to the quilt, right? :)
We have four days of spring break coming up, including the weekend, so I'm hoping to fit in lots of sewing! Plus, I'm making this quilt my April ALYOF goal. Happy April!
Linking up to WIP Wednesday @ Freshly Pieced, Needle and Thread Thursday @ My Quilt Infatuation
And because the top is finished: TGIFF, Crazy Mom Quilts :)
And because the top is finished: TGIFF, Crazy Mom Quilts :)
Oh it looks fabulous, Jess! I especially love the fussy cut orange peel that says "April"! I hope the doctor's appointment goes well, and so sorry about your voice.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love how this top came out. I can't wait to see what you do with the quilting. I'll also be looking forward to your tutorial/explanation on your planned improv piecing.
ReplyDeleteCreative, fun & bright~well done!
ReplyDeleteI really like the colors and the orange peels. This is awesome.
ReplyDeleteI love this so much. Fingers crossed for your voice returning :-)
ReplyDeletethis is gorgeous ! I too look forward to your tutorial
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Colleen @ piecemakerquilts.wordpress.com/
Still sick! Ugh! I think you made the right choice putting all of the orange peels on solids, I think a print background would have made their shape less crisp and clear. Look forward to seeing how you quilt it! My best best is on some swirls...somewhere.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! I hope you feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt and the first one, too! Very cool pattern.
ReplyDeleteLooks like purple rules in your stash! Just kidding. Looking good!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely fabulous! I can't decide which I love better - the original or this one!
ReplyDeleteI do so like your improv quilts, my OCD currently demands a bit more order but I'm trying to stretch my horizons!
ReplyDeleteGreat improv quilt!
ReplyDeleteThat looks fabulous! Love the rainbow look to it.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely! I really like how the curves of the orange peel segments play against the linear improv piecing.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cheerful, energetic quilt -- hope it's energy perks you up soon, too!!
ReplyDeleteReally love this quilt. What fun colors!
ReplyDeleteLove the randomness of it all.
ReplyDeleteWow - this is amazing! I really need to try some improv stuff like this, too! :)
ReplyDeleteLove! The color and fabric combo is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteLove the bright colors!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful - I love the colours and the leaves just pull it all together!
ReplyDeleteI love these quilts of yours!!! But then I love your work irregardless... :D
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Since we are all enjoying the newly harvested citrus from the trees here in California, I love the orange peel motifs scattered throughout your quilt, through a field of colors. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteElizabeth
I just love this quilt!! Good luck with your goal.
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