I did it! First quilt top finished! And I Love It!

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07-10-2012, 06:34 AM

#121

Glenda Kay

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Join Date: Apr 2010

Location: Duncan, AZ

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Originally Posted by tezell0801

I finally found sometime to sew and I was determined to complete this quilt top. I just finsihed moments ago. First thing you have to do it post it on here Right! I really like how it turned out. Of course there are more than a few newbie boo boos, but who's counting.
I am giving it to my niece for college. I am thinking about sending it out to be quilted, I have never quilted anything other than a QAYG strip baby quilt and table topper. Since this is a gift, I want it to look nice. I would try it I think if it was for me. It is twin size, I have no idea how much it will cost to be quilted, never priced it before in my area. Although if you have any ideas of a simple way to quilt this please share, I might be brave enough to try if it is not too hard.
Thanks for looking and any advice is appreciated.

Really nice! Love the colors! The most simple & easy way would be to sandwich it & tie it. I have never had any of my quilts quilted by someone else. It's just my feeling that it wouldn't be totally "mine" if I had someone else finish it. Please don't think I'm criticizing those who do. This is just the way I feel. (As a consequence, I'm taking a forced break from hand quilting due to overworking my hands & getting tendonitis/tendonosis. LOL Probably should be sending mine out. LOL)

07-10-2012, 06:34 AM

#122

indymta

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Join Date: Nov 2010

Location: Central Indiana

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Can't believe that's your first quilt. Great job and love the colors.

07-10-2012, 07:04 AM

#123

DawnA

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Join Date: Jun 2012

Location: USA

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You could just outline each square. That would be cute. I love your color choices! What line of fabric is this if you dont mind sharing?

07-10-2012, 07:27 AM

#124

gmavis

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Join Date: May 2010

Location: Texas

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oh how pretty!! love the colors, you did a great job. You know when she pulls this quilt up for comfort, she will feel your love all around her. What a wonderful Aunt you are. Congratulations!

07-10-2012, 07:56 AM

#125

karate lady

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Join Date: May 2010

Location: washington

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great job. That first big quilt is always a thrill to finish. Around here quilting starts at a penny an inch for simple quilting and goes up from there depending on how fancy you want it. Keep up the good work...

07-10-2012, 08:11 AM

#126

Raine

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Join Date: Jan 2010

Location: Las Vegas NV

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You did a great job with colors. I love your quilt, and thanking so much for sharing. Can't wait to see your next project!

07-10-2012, 08:13 AM

#127

Raine

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Join Date: Jan 2010

Location: Las Vegas NV

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Glenda your not along. I feel the same way you do. But I have yet to learn how to hand quilt and have all these unfinished tops. That's alright. It will get done and I will enjoy the process as I go. Hope your hands are feeling better.

07-10-2012, 09:12 AM

#128

DiannaC

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Join Date: Jan 2011

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Oh My! What a beautiful work. I hope you make a lot more quilts. You really have a talent! I love the colors you chose, and the design too. What a lucky niece you have -- and what an encouragement this quilt will be for her.

07-10-2012, 10:14 AM

#129

MimiBug123

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Join Date: Mar 2012

Location: Southeast Georgia

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I love your quilt! I bought fabrics yesterday in these same colors but haven't decided on a pattern yet. You chose beautifully and I'm sure your niece will be thrilled.

07-10-2012, 10:20 AM

#130

par4theday

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Join Date: Jul 2011

Location: in Idaho

Posts: 545

Your quilt is very pretty, and the workmanship looks great from here. My advice to you is, to keep making quilts. The colors are great. For a first, you are off to a great start.