Friday, 10 February 2012

TGI Friday!


Another week has flown by. We have seen a flurry of snow down here, but it is all gone now!
I am totally addicted to hand piecing and I can't put this one down- its growing rounder and rounder!!







I am working out the colour scheme as I go along , which is probably not the best way, but I wanted to use up the fabrics I already had- its amazing how much it uses, so I have had to go and top up. Watch this space for the next layer of colour!

At last I have machine quilted my first quilt - a lap size from all my kaffe fasset stash. I went against the advice of some books and put fannel in the centre rather than batting- it was probably slightly easier to quilt but would someone please tell me how to avoid getting a few puckers????? It was probably a learning curve, it got easier towards the end, I think I need to take a class and improve my skills!


Just the binding to do and it will be finished. 



Off to see the parents on Sunday- they have been married 60 years next week- got married the same year as the queen came to the throne- amazing achievement - with any luck she will send them a card!

TTFN 

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  1. Used-to-Bees10 February 2012 at 13:14

    Your patchwork is coming along very well and is going to be really stunning. Have a lovely time with your parents - 60 years is an amazing achievement, so I do so hope they get a card!
    x

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  2. Emma Breadstill11 February 2012 at 02:11

    60 years, wow! That's so lovely. Your patchwork looks great. I can never get the hang of machine quilting, have you got a walking foot? I have and it's supposed to help but I think my batting is too thick. I prefer the look of hand quilting but it takes so long and I'm not the most patient person! Have a great weekend xxx

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    1. heartsofhampshire12 February 2012 at 11:36

      Hi Emma
      I do have a walking foot nd it is invaluable-however I still think I get too much puckering- the quilts I see on blogs look so much better than mine! xx

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  3. Anne12 February 2012 at 11:32

    Some gorgeous patchworking!I have just done my first quilt and thoroughly enjoyed it but I have a long way to go before it looks as good as yours!
    My mum and dad celebrate 60 years marriage too later this year!

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    1. heartsofhampshire12 February 2012 at 11:38

      Thanks Anne. Well done on your first quilt- trust me, mine is far from perfect, but I will get better!
      Congrats to yur parents, it certainly is an achievement! x

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  4. Selfsewn14 February 2012 at 08:08

    Hi there! I love your star patchwork, how fun to watch it grow, it looks lovely so far!!

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  5. Used-to-Bees15 February 2012 at 06:27

    Me back again! I have nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award and hope you will accept, though I won't be offended if you prefer not to! You can find more details about the award on my blog - used-to-bees.blogspot.com
    Alix
    x

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  6. heartsofhampshire16 February 2012 at 12:00

    Thank you so much Alix- I am very new to all this but think I can work out what to do- however it will be slightly delayed as I am off to the states for 5 days- bit of fabric shopping to be done!! Watch this space!
    Heather x

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    1. CATHY DANIEL16 February 2012 at 12:30

      I really like your top picture piece - the colours are bold and striking. Am not a great fan of overly pretty pastels, so this really appeals to me. Beautiful - wish I could sew!

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    2. heartsofhampshire16 February 2012 at 13:48

      Thanks Catherine- I wish I could do pottery ike you! I love colour, the brighter the better. Its great news about the National trust for you!
      Heather x

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