Friday, October 29, 2010

Blogger Quilt Festival Fall 2010 Edition

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to my blog and my picks for this fall festival!! Thank you, Amy for sponsoring this fabulous event once again.

So here we go...


This is probably my most favorite quilt that I completed this year for several reasons. I was able to use up lots of my stash.


The pattern that I based this on is from Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr of Fun Quilts. It is definitely a little more modern than traditional.


The quilting I did was very generic and modern. The fabric used included lots of Kaffes, which you know I love! And it also has Kona Cotton Windsor, just perfect for...


This wonderful little boy's room!


I created it especially for my nephew who specifically asked his mom, "When is Aunt Jackie going to make me a quilt for my bed?" He really loved it as his birthday present and I loved making it and giving it to him.

This quilt had that special kind of love that goes into making a quilt.

But I couldn't stop at one quilt...


This is my second favorite of the year, but for a totally different reason. This quilt is called Pop Squares. It is the first quilt that I designed, pieced, and quilted for Quick Quilts Magazine! Yes, it is my first published design.


Here it is in the magazine. Both the magazine and the kit for the quilt can be found on my website by clicking here.

I hope you enjoyed my two favorite quilts for this year!! Don't forget to back and check in for Quilt Market reports. Also, make sure you check in with Amy for all the other wonderful quilts!!

Oh, one more thing... Don't forget to enter the giveaway for a fat quarter pack of silk!! Just click here.

Until Next Time..

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47 comments:

Karen said...

The quilt you made for your nephew is just perfect for a boy. So bright and blue (my son loves blue). Love the quilting design you used. It looks like a good wash and wear design.

Quilts and Cats said...

The basic design just let's those fabrics shine. It is a very perfect boys quilt and you did a fantastic job, as always.

Becky (My Fabric Obsession) said...

Both are beautiful! Love the picture of your nephew with the quilt. It makes me so happy to see people loving their quilts!

Vivian said...

Love the Kaffe quilt, that Kona blue really sets off your collection of his fabrics. That's a lucky little boy!

The squares quilt is cute and now you've added published designer to your store owner/long-armer/podcaster repetoire. Very impressive!

ktquilts said...

Both are great quilts!!! Congratulations on the published design!!

Julie Bagamary said...

Great quilt! I've made similar styles for kids and it's almost an I Spy too...what fun!!

Julie Bagamary said...

Oh and the quilting is perfect!

Rafael's Mum said...

I remember you making this one. That blue was just so great for it! And that wavey quilting is fantastic with it too. Great quilt!

annemariesquilt said...

Your quilts are so wonderful Jackie and the little boy is adorable. I am thinking of joining this quiltfestival too,I have never done this so it might be fun!!

Jocelyn said...

Great quilt Jackie!

Victoria Findlay Wolfe said...

Hey girlfriend! Having gotten to see this one in person, I know it's being loved! great fabrics, and loads of love added to this quilt! (how's market?)

Michele said...

I love both of these! So fresh and modern. Your nephew is a cutie.

Anonymous said...

I love the quilting design on your nephew's blanket. It looks like water :-)

~ Meagan

WoolenSails said...

Wonderful choices for your quilts and beautifully done.

Debbie

beth said...

What a great quilt!!!

Terriaw said...

I love your quilt! What a cool way to use up all those beautiful scraps. I love that scrappy outer border and the beautiful blue. That quilting is very cool too - might have to try that. Congrats on your second quilt getting published - so beautiful and exciting!

amy smart said...

Your nephew's quilt is so wonderful - bright, cheery and boy. I love those scrappy quilts.

Have fun at market!

Em said...

So enjoyed the show!!!

em's scrapbag said...

These are great. I love your use of color!

Lisa said...

Just beautiful! Love the colors.

Poppyprint said...

I LOVE the quilting you did on your nephew's fun quilt. How sweet that he asked for one from you. That's gotta feel good!

Becky said...

Great quilt for your nephew!!! Definitely a quilt of love.

Enjoy Quilt Market!

Sarah Craig said...

I love your nephew's quilt - and that quilting is amazing! I love the watery look of it....

Janet said...

That lovely blue goes so well with the other colours in your nephew's quilt. And I love the water quilting. Your nephew really loves his quilt!

Barb said...

Love the bright colors and modern lines.

Carol said...

Both quilts are great.
Love the quilt you made for your nephew. The blue keeps the scrappy from being overwhelming.

Kathy said...

Your quilts are wonderful. I love the patterns and textures on the blue quilt for your nephew. It's perfect for a young man! Congratulations on the publication of your quilt with the squares!

Rumi said...

I just love the expression on your nephew's face! You can really tell that he is thrilled with his gift.

Rene' said...

Don't you just love it when someone wants you to make them a quilt?!!! Such a great feeling! This quilt is wonderful! I love how you used lots of your scraps, and that blue is perfect for a little boy! Your quilting design is so fun too! Thanks for sharing!

Allie said...

Both quilts are fantastic! I love the picture with your nephew.

Debbie said...

Definitely is a good way to use up stash and scraps, Jackie, and it comes out looking great!

Cathi said...

Both quilts are so fabulous -- congratulations on the Pop Squares pattern!

Michelle said...

Congrats on your published pattern. Love the photo of your nephew, great use of the stash.

Anonymous said...

just love the use and look of all the fabrics in the roman brick style. and the way you quilted it.
hmmmm. can I snag that idea?

I hope you can visit my entry for the BQF, I think you will like it.

Angie said...

This is a great quilt for a stash buster. I am glad that your nephew loved it!

pratima said...

I remember this cute quilt and the happy boy! It is a treat to see it again :)

Karen said...

I love the bright colors and the blue borders. It's great the way this quilt jumps out at you. Great quilting.
Wonderful quilt!

Sandra said...

The blue quilt is simply charming and it is obviously loved by its owner. Kudos
Come see my 1890 antique schoolhouse quilt and
black/white/pink scrappy miniature

Leslie said...

this is a great quilt...you have really awesome stash!!!! i love the quilting you did.

mamammelloves said...

Beautiful quilts with great colors! :)

Mishka said...

Love the striped quilt... great idea for using up scraps.

Katherine said...

Fabulous! I'm a huge Kaffe fan and love anything scrappy... so this quilt is all that is good in quilting. ;o)

Congrats on being published! How exciting!

Anonymous said...

How great that your nephew wanted a quilt from you. It looks great! And, congrats on being published.

quiltmom anna said...

Love your nephew's quilt with all those beautiful Kaffe fabrics in it. It looks fantastic on his bed.
You new design is lovely too- it is a wonderful accomplishment to be published.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards,
Anna

Vicki said...

great quilts! congratulations on getting your design published, too!

Rachaeldaisy said...

Wow 2 stunning quilts!! They both have such a sense of joy, all those wonderful colours!!!

Eileen said...

love both of the quilts. the blue one is so cool with all those fantastic fabrics! thanks for sharing and have a great day

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