Monday, November 19, 2012

Autumn Quilt

I thought I'd share my Autumn Quilt which came back from my long arm quilter, Sandy Lachowski,  last month.   I'm so bad at getting blog posts done in a timely manner, but at least I'm showing it to you before Christmas.

This is a pattern by Heart to Hand and I did it as a block of the month through Primitive Gatherings Quilt Shop.   I was working on this during our move but managed to keep up which was a feat all itself.

It fits perfectly on my quilt hanger in the dining area.





Look at the quilted leaves in the border.


And the circles which she "echoed".


I wish you could actually get the feel of the quilting.  It's so hard to show it in pictures.





Well, at least I showed it to you before fall is over.    I've been getting some "grief" from people about my blogging schedule.   All in good fun, they tell me they wish I'd post more often.  I even have a friend who tells me the date of my last post.   (Yes, Mary Ratcliffe, that would be you!)   I'm going to try...really I am, but I'll never be like Anna, Paulette and Kim who find enough to blog about EVERY. DAY.   How do they find that much to talk about?    My hat goes off to them.   I guess my life is just not that interesting.  LOL.


Oh, by the way, this "thing" I showed in my last post.....


well, it was used by wallpaper hangers.  They would lay their large boards on top and add the paste to the back of the paper.   It's adjustable, so the people using them could customize it to their desired heights.  (kind of like our cutting tables).   Aren't you glad you have me here to keep you all informed?  hehehehe

Toodle Loo, Anne

26 comments:

Anonymous said...

Great quilt! Love it of course! I'm with you, I just don't blog all that often...unless folks want to see what I do in daily life like cleaning, cooking, Hee! Some bloggers can take a simple task of gluing wool onto a piece of cotton and turning that into a great blog post too. Not me, bet this is how you feel too.

Michelle Ridgway said...

I love your Autumn quilt. It is gorgeous. Well worth waiting for.

Lesley said...

Your quilt is just so stunning! Love the piecing and the perfect appliqué...a great match with that wonderful quilting! Thanks for sharing such a wonderful project!

Jocelyn said...

Beautiful quilt! Great job!!

Angie Burrett said...

Absolutely gorgeous quilt, you must be thrilled - the textures have out in your photos - thank you so much for sharing.

Lady Locust said...

Your quilt is beautiful. It looks warm and cozy for the season:)
JoeyLea
http://thelocustblossom.blogspot.com/

Lori said...

What a beautiful quilt!! So glad to see it before Christmas! lol

Karen said...

LOVE IT Anne and the quilting is gorgeous. Ya I get that grief as well and am going to really try and make that change to at least once a week lol- which doesn't compare to those you mentioned but it's better than what I am doing. Fun catching up last night :).

Hugs - Me

paulette said...

Absolutely GORGEOUS!! And the quilting is perfect!! Love the way she quilted the leaves and berries...and little sunflowers!! LOVE IT!! A work of art! I also love the bench in front of the quilt...Very sweet!
P
PS...in regard to blogging every day...we are just full of hot air!! haha

Anna said...

blah, blah, blah, yada,yada, yada, jabber, jabber, jabber....that is how it is done! LOL I LOVE that quilt!!! I can't wait till I have finished enough quilts to actually be able to rotate them with the seasons! On another note...I would NEVER have guess what that was! lol

Carrie P. said...

wow! you and your quilter did a stupendous job. I love your quilt. the crow is my favorite.

Candace said...

Beautiful work, Anne! You can call it your "Moving Quilt"! Ha - I had one of those, too, and I think it's the only thing that kept me sane during that time. I love all your little touches on the leaves - well - just everything! Thanks for the trivia on the rack, too!
Cheers!

Kindred Quilts said...

Gorgeous fall quilt... love the wool applique on the cotton blocks. I think the crow block is my favorite as well, and the quilting is wonderful!
A wallpapering table... never would have guessed!

Wendy said...

What a fantastic quilt to show off for fall. The quilting is absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing this wonderful project.

Jenny said...

I love the quilt and the beautiful quilting! It is just beautiful and perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving...so see you posted right on time...LOL. I so enjoy your blog and am happy to see you whenever you manage to post...in the meantime happy quilting.

MARCIE said...

Beautifall quilt! And the quilting is wonderful as well. And I love the hanger that is just perfect for it. ow loely to have it for this season!

Anonymous said...

This is the one I want to do badly! Yours is so gorgeous!

Anita said...

Love your quilt it came out beautiful! The quilting is just perfect and doesn't take away from the awesome quilt :)

Karen said...

Looks good! And it seems to exactly fit the quilt hanger. Love the fall colors and the design.

Sarah @ Modern Country Style said...

Wowee! I love your autumn quilt - the charcoal greys look stunning with the oranges. I think this might even be my favourite so far!

Sarahx

Marisa said...

Que bello.PAZ Y AMOR

Jenny M said...

So beautiful, your colours capture the feel of Autumn so beautifully. I also like the seat you have in front of the quilt.

Kaaren said...

Well,Anne, I guess I live a boring life as well because I could never find something to blog about every day either! But I LOVE reading what others have to say who lead less boring lives than us. *smile*

Your Autumn quilt is spectacular! Is that where your Comfort & Joy will be hanging? Can't wait to see it!

Thanks for sharing your candy...the "eye" candy i.e.

Carol said...

Anne it is absolutely gorgeous...what a treasure! Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

Sharon said...

Your quilt is beautiful! I love it.

Sandi said...

Both you and your quilter did lovely jobs, hers did a lovely job of enhancing your quilt.

I have a friend working on the same piece I hope hers turns out as lovely as yours.

Just remember winter doesn't officially start until December 21sr!