My Kaleidoscope Super Queen-Sized
08-18-2010, 06:10 AM
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When I first started quilting officially (i.e., went to a LQS and got instructions...previously I'd pieced a couple of small quilts together using my clothing-sewing skills...like 5/8" seams), I naively took on a kaleidoscope quilt. Not exactly a good project for a beginner, who hasn't learned the importance of accuracy, pressing the right direction, etc. Anyway, that was in Feb 2009. A few days ago I FINALLY finished it!
There probably isn't a perfect stitch in the quilt, and the FMQ is, well, wobbly to say the least. FMQing a quilt that really is probably king size was a challenge. It's pictured on my queen size bed, but I made it big because I hate when the sheets hang longer than the quilt, but I probably overcompensated LOL.
The quilt is so busy if I put something on it I may never find it. Really had to tidy up my bedroom to take the pictures. :lol:
I had hand-pieced and hand-quilted the dolphins wall hanging over the bed.
There probably isn't a perfect stitch in the quilt, and the FMQ is, well, wobbly to say the least. FMQing a quilt that really is probably king size was a challenge. It's pictured on my queen size bed, but I made it big because I hate when the sheets hang longer than the quilt, but I probably overcompensated LOL.
The quilt is so busy if I put something on it I may never find it. Really had to tidy up my bedroom to take the pictures. :lol:
I had hand-pieced and hand-quilted the dolphins wall hanging over the bed.
Super sized kaleidoscope
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Reverse side, showing the FMQ
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Wall hanging
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08-18-2010, 06:17 AM
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Oh Marcia, I love it!!! I think it is very restful , with the colors you used.....very water like...perfect with your beautiful wall hanging!! Your quilting looks fine....the quilt police won't be there to inspect it!!! Great job!! :D :thumbup: :thumbup:
08-18-2010, 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Moon Holiday
Nice bed quilt... I like your colors.
The wall hanging looks similar to a block I've put on teeshirts and totebags. Is it paper-pieced? Mine were.
The wall hanging looks similar to a block I've put on teeshirts and totebags. Is it paper-pieced? Mine were.
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