Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Country Homecomings

Anna, Sandy (no blog – but should have one) and I saw this quilt and we all liked it and decided to challenge ourselves to get one block done every month.  If we have each other to be accountable to, then maybe we will complete it and not have another UFO laying around.  
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It’s from this book (which I think is now out of print).  
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But, if you have the book or can find it on eBay,Amazon or etsy, we’d love to have you join us.  
We think we were all drawn to the quilt because of the homespun fabrics, so all of ours will resemble the original.   Our plan is to have a new block completed by the 2nd Tuesday of the month and I will blog on Wednesday.  So, let me know if you’d like to play along with us and we can do some “linkys”.
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When you’re piecing with homespuns, you’ll find that the plaids often don’t match.   My Mom taught me how to sew and that was always a “no no”.   The plaids on the upper part of the front of the house were screaming at me because they didn’t match up at all, so my house has an added round window.    Hehe.
Hugs, Anne
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15 comments:

  1. JeanetteApril 11, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    I already made this quilt. They had the book in the library, I think is how I got the pattern. I was able to get a kit somewhere, too, which was a fun way to get more homespuns. Anyway, it's hanging on my wall and is one of my favorite quilts! Have fun making it.

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  2. Talin's CornerApril 11, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    It's always nice to challenge each other. Have fun making these blocks together.

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  3. AnonymousApril 11, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    It looks like a book I would love! Dang..wish I owned it.

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  4. GayleApril 11, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    They're going to be wonderful! Can't wait to see the new pictures you'll share each month!

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  5. AnonymousApril 11, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Agggh! I have that book! I would love to join, but I have so much on my plate right now. I will cheer you on from the sideline :o)

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  6. Jenny MApril 11, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    It sounds like a great way to share the creative journey. I look forward to seeing your blocks each month.

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  7. KarenApril 11, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    This is going to be fun to see your different blocks. Hey I even have that book and I remember the cute things in there. Hmmmm need to go look for it. Great job all 3 of you.

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  8. bea ricoApril 12, 2012 at 1:18 AM

    Precioso!!!
    Un abrazo desde España
    Bea Rico

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  9. LoriApril 12, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    Love the houses and staying accountable is fun and a good way to follow through!!

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  10. AnnaApril 12, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    hummm, the plaid didn't bug me until you mentioned it! lol

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  11. pauletteApril 12, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    I have wanted to make this quilt since I bought this book...well over 10 years ago!! Yup...count me in...I'm getting out my homespuns before I get distracted!! YIPPEE!! Thanks for the push!
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  12. CarolApril 12, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    Oh I love those houses...that is a wonderful book. I'll be cheering you on...wish I could play along, but just have too much going on right now.

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  13. Carrie ~ Cricketwood PrimsApril 12, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    I have the book, I enjoyed their quilt shop too. I love all your blocks, I wouldn't have noticed if you hadn't mentioned.
    I'd join along but I know I would be dreaming!! love that quilt.

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  14. JocelynApril 14, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    Wow Anne I love this quilt!! And what a great way to use up Homespuns. Now to find the book :-(

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  15. Quilting by the LakeApril 14, 2012 at 9:11 PM

    So happy to see you posting pictures of this quilt. I will be watching!!! I have this book too and maybe even a kit tucked away, somewhere... off to look for it. Thanks!!!!

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