I need to make a lap size quilt with a large christmas tree on it, I plan on using a good size border around it, and then appliquieing on ornaments, star, presents under it. Its for a fundraiser but Im having a hard time planning it out....trying to get my measurments all set....
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This pattern makes a 12 inch block which might be a bit small for what you are wanting but with a little math you could make it bigger.
http://www.quiltaholics.com/bom/xmastr.htm Or you could just cut out a tree shape and make the whole thing an applique project. |
I vote for the applique idea myself too. Or if you like a pattern take it to the copy shop and have them enlarge it as large as you want. Larger it is the less work for you! I am doing this with two projects for the holidays also. Then I dont have to invent four borders to make the concept work. Much easier.
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you could make it outta log cabin blocks done in greens and your background color??
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Are you wanting to piece the tree or make it an applique?
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I did one out of squares and half square triangles. I had a pattern but this kind of "tree" could be made easily without one. just make the squares any size you need and add background squares and you're done.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v6...rrent=2d7e.jpg |
also just type in yahoo search bar christmas quilts and click on Image and pic of qlts will come up. some easy ones in there you could do.
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Try this link
http://www.hoffmanfabrics.com/conten...asp?FolderID=7 If it doesn't work, go to their site, access the free patterns and scroll down till you see the tree quilt. christine |
This one is a Bargello Christmas Tree by Karen Montgomery for Timeless Treasures. http://www.candysfabricshop.com/projects/Tree.pdf It used to be free on the TT website, but it's no longer there so I went looking for it for you. :wink:
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well that bargello is gorgeous and some day I will try one of those...I only have 3 weeks to make this and sadly there is just not enough time!!
Thanks for all the advice...Im thinking applique is probly the way to go too... |
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