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kasmitty1 02-12-2010 07:19 PM

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I'm visiting my parents in Ohio and made it just in time for the 2 worst snowstorms in 20 years. I had started sewing on this quilt top before I left Colorado, and brought it with me, in case I got bored. Well, the snowstorms kept us pretty much housebound and I got the top done, even though Mom's sewing machine is the least expensive sewing machine on the market and I couldn't sew a straight line to save my soul (agh!). Problem is, I still have another week here. I may have to find a fabric store....

Ohio Snow Pineapple
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nanakatmck 02-12-2010 07:30 PM

Snow + Snow + More Snow = Snowballs Nice job, it looks good!
I take it you have found out how spoiled we have become with our fancy computerized machines. I used a friends machine this past weekend and it was so basic it didn't have a needle up/needle down button. Well when I would turn corners, I was forgetting to make sure my needle was down before turning my fabric. Oops....... Happy shopping!!

shequilts 02-12-2010 08:36 PM

Smart girl! I never go anywhere without something to work on. The in-laws house is the worst! I can hold up with my stitching and never get involved in those "deep" conversations. It's probably saved many a fuss! lol

MollieSue 02-12-2010 08:36 PM

That is really pretty! :) :)

earthwalker 02-12-2010 08:37 PM

Yes, clever girl! Amazing how quilting can keep you out of mischief. Well done, a really lovely quilt.

Quiltsbybarb 02-12-2010 09:10 PM

I am glad you got to do some sewing and I love your pineapple. It is one of my favorite quilt patterns!

Barb

wvdek 02-12-2010 09:15 PM

Amazing how many quilters have been getting quilts made these last few weeks with all the snow.

My sewing machine shop was so busy this past week even with all the snow, they could barely keep up.

Did you PP this quilt? I like the block you made and the quilt is great.

littlehud 02-12-2010 09:43 PM

That is beautiful. See, snow is good for something. Great job.

Jim's Gem 02-12-2010 09:50 PM

Beautiful!! Glad you were able to make great use of your time!!

Loretta 02-12-2010 10:50 PM

It's very pretty.

rootyr 02-13-2010 03:11 AM

Very nice!

ranger 02-13-2010 04:50 AM

It's beautiful. The pineapple pattern is on my 'I wanna try' list.

kasmitty1 02-13-2010 04:55 AM


Originally Posted by wvdek
Did you PP this quilt? I like the block you made and the quilt is great.

The pattern is from Jodi Barrows "Advancing On, II" book (SNS technique). I used to PP, but found this is so much simpler.

pam1966 02-13-2010 04:59 AM

Oh, I really like it!

beachlady 02-13-2010 05:51 AM

Gorgeous quilt - love the colors and fabric. That is a great pattern - scares me - never have tried it.

BKinCO 02-13-2010 05:54 AM

That is SO pretty! I'll bet you were sure glad you had brought something with you to work on ~ Who knew the weather could be so crazy!

jewelps 02-13-2010 07:46 AM

very beautiful, i love it

RedGarnet222 02-13-2010 08:23 AM

How pretty! I just love the pineapple design to work with. It is so addicting. Are these your color choices? Very creative... almost romantic, dreamy like.

Your parents must really be nice to have you visit and not spend all your time with them.

dglvr 02-13-2010 08:28 AM

Very nice quilt. Love the colors and the pattern. Like Beachlady I guess I'm intimidated by that pattern. Those are usually the ones I like to tackle just to see if I can do it.
I'll have to try it. After seeing yours it does inspire me.
I hope there are quilt stores open for you in that snow.
Hopefully you can get there. Weird weather. We usually have snow here but none to really speak of all year. I'm thankful. :thumbup:

Harmony 02-13-2010 08:48 AM

Your quilt is gorgeous! Maybe you should consider hand quilting to give you something to do for another week! I love this pineapple block--it will go on my "Someday" list!

MissTreated 02-13-2010 11:11 AM


Originally Posted by nanakatmck
Snow + Snow + More Snow = Snowballs Nice job, it looks good!

I was thinking along similar lines. It looks like snowballs!

Marcia 02-13-2010 11:21 AM

Pretty pineapple quilt. Maybe your next project should be an applique if your mom's machine makes you crazy!

craftybear 02-13-2010 05:10 PM

Hi,

Have you tried to make the hexagons by hand (I got a set of the quilt patis) and made some, they are very addictive. As my friend taught me how to make them as she is making a big quilt all by hand.

Are you still in Ohio? Did you buy out the fabric store?

Karen

n2scraplvr 02-13-2010 05:26 PM

I love the pineapple block! Yours is so darling! Love the colors and glad you were able to keep busy during all that snowtime!! :D :D

dkabasketlady 02-13-2010 06:17 PM

Gorgeous quilt! I guess something good came out of all this snow, your quilt!

jljack 02-13-2010 06:20 PM


Originally Posted by nanakatmck
Snow + Snow + More Snow = Snowballs Nice job, it looks good!
I take it you have found out how spoiled we have become with our fancy computerized machines. I used a friends machine this past weekend and it was so basic it didn't have a needle up/needle down button. Well when I would turn corners, I was forgetting to make sure my needle was down before turning my fabric. Oops....... Happy shopping!!

Yes, that pretty much describes the machine I sew on. Nothing fancy...no needle up/down, no automatic cutter, no computerized anything. I still can make blue ribbon quilts!! :P :P

Quilt4u 02-13-2010 06:34 PM

What a beautiful quilt.

kasmitty1 02-13-2010 06:41 PM


Originally Posted by craftybear
Hi,

Have you tried to make the hexagons by hand (I got a set of the quilt patis) and made some, they are very addictive. As my friend taught me how to make them as she is making a big quilt all by hand.

Are you still in Ohio? Did you buy out the fabric store?

Karen

i'm behaving thus far, but still have a week to go....

sewjoyce 02-13-2010 07:13 PM

Beautiful -- love the colors....

Jingle 02-13-2010 09:23 PM

Looks like you made the most of your snowed in time. Looks very good and you did such a great job.

tigger5464 02-13-2010 09:54 PM

beautiful quilt...even on an old machine. Ok...I'll bite...SNS technique? Could you explain what that is please? (Dummy here :( )

blahel 02-13-2010 11:15 PM

maybe if it snowed here I would get more done!!? :lol: not likely to snow here though unless climate change happens drastically...

Yarn or Fabric 02-14-2010 04:56 AM

Now that is a great way to sit out a snowstorm! Wonderful!!!

GladGrams 02-14-2010 05:23 AM

For not being able to sew a straight line, you accomplished quite a beautiful quilt.

lots2do 02-14-2010 05:32 AM

Beautiful!
I've learned to at least take a knitting project even if it's just a day trip. Good to have something to do, just in case. Bet you'll always bring something now!
lots2do

Oklahoma Suzie 02-14-2010 03:20 PM

nice job

zz-pd 02-14-2010 04:17 PM

very nice job glad you brought it with you so you could share your beautiful work with us.

tlrnhi 02-14-2010 04:59 PM

I think you did a great job!

sewnsewer2 02-14-2010 05:00 PM

Very pretty!

JUNEC 02-14-2010 05:12 PM

What a fabulous looking quilt.


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