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11/11/12

Sunday Sewing


Today I made a lot of progress on my blue patchwork quilt. It was a bit chilly (typical fall weather), which made it perfect to stay inside and and have some fun sewing. 
All week I had been thinking about the backing for this quilt. I wanted to pull some of the colors from the top into the backing, but I was undecided about the design. I finally decided and made four Rail Fence blocks using leftover scraps from the quilt top. I placed the blocks on a vertical line running through the middle of the quilt. The quilt is basted and even started to do the quilting. It finally feels like it is almost finished. So close...

Have a wonderful week!

Martha

9 comments:

  1. I'm so excited to see how this quilt looks when it's done Martha, I've loved your fabric choices from the start. What I can see of the back looks great. How are you going to quilt it? :)

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  2. It's looking great, Martha - love the pieced backing too! Look forward to seeing the finished quilt - can't wait!

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  3. Looking good Martha, you are definitely on the home straight now.

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  4. It's beautiful! Your dad is going to love it.

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  5. Oooooooh...your patchwork is looking absolutely gorgeous! I love the fabric with the blue circles...they remind me of vintage buttons. Your dad is going to cherish this beautiful gift.

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  6. Your man-quilt is looking good! I wish I would remember to wind several bobbins before starting to quilt,,,

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  7. Really beautiful - love all of the bluey grey tones!

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  8. Mmm I love your fabric choices. Looking forward to seeing the finished quilt!

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