I finally got the quilt top done yesterday. I hand dyed the material for the binding but that's a long way down the road.

I measured it and it's 96 x 102.

Lee

OMG that is beauitful I love what you've done and I love blue. I was looking at that block wasn't sure how i felt but now no doubt in my mind. Its definately a do quilt

This is gorgeous! I love all of the blue colors you've used. I love looking at this, it has a calming effect. You did an excellent job. Have you decided how you are going to quilt it, yet?

That is great work. I saw a Carpenter's Wheel quilt in a quilt store but it was one big design. I haven't stopped thinking about it ever since. That must have taken you "forever".
Jackie

Thanks for the compliments.

I'm thinking of doing outline stitching everywhere. (Yeah, like I expect to get that done this decade). The original pattern had large meandering but I didn't think that showed the quilt off.

Once I got all the half square triangles done, it didn't take all that long (probably about 25 hours) to get the rest of the quilt done - including all of the wheels.

oh Lee, I don't know what to say, it's just took my breath away! It's absolutely beautiful!

SO pretty! I love it.

That's the bestest! Love the blues.....WOW!!!

It's just gorgeous!

Sharon

That quilt is just beautiful. I can tell that a lot of love and labor went into making it. I really love the way it came together. I have the perfect place for it so if you want to part with it I'll be more than happy to take it off of your hands. Just say the word and I'll send you my address :D :-) :) You did a wonderful job and thanks for sharing.

Barb

That is an incredible quilt...Great Job!! I really love the blues.

Absolutely stunning!! I love the colors!!! You did a beautiful job!!!

That's incredibly beautiful! All it's missing is the pretty blue ribbon that it deserves, hanging from the bottom of it, doncha think? ;) All those blues, and so many, many pieces...just lovely!!

I am in awe of your quilt. You did a great job. I don't think anyone could have picked out a better blend of blue's than you did. It's a real show stopper!

Wow Wow Wow, the block on your avatar was gorgeous, but your quilt is magnificent :D I absoutely love the combinations of blues you chose :D This quilt is just breathtakingly beautiful. :D :D :D

That is absolute GORGEOUS!! The little bit of black you used really sets off the blue even more. Beautiful colors, beautiful quilt, great job!!!

Pam

It is beautiful.. I love it... :mrgreen: I am green with jealousy... Mine never look that good :D

I am lost for words, that is Tre' Magnifique :P

beautiful quilt. i too love the colors. you did such a good job. :thumbup:

Absolutely stunning!!!! Take a bow & pick up your roses!!! You did a wonderful job!!!

WOW. What a wonderful block and quilt. Blues are my favorite too. It would look simply beautiful on my bed. :D :D :D Pam

Fantabuous :!: :!: :!: :D I know just the spot for it. I can visualize it on the bed in our mtn house. Absolutely stunning! Wow :!: I want it, whine whine whine. :lol:

wow!! Stunning!!!! :D

Ditto all the other comments, beautiful quilt. :)

Your quilt is absolutely Beautiful ! Ilove blue. Did you know there is another name for that quilt block ? It is also called Dutch Rose . I found it at WWW. BlockCentral.com/coloringbook.shtml. I found out that a lot of blocks have more than 1 name for name.

YOu know this isn't very helpful when you are looking for a particular pattern ! I have old quilt blocks that my Grandmother made in 30's or 40's wasn't sure if this was same pattern or not .

Happy Quilting


Annie
Is this it in pic ? :lol:

That is so beautiful, QuiltinLee. I bet it is finished by now too.

It will fit my bed, in my newly painted blue bedroom. Send it my way!

PS Go Steelers!!!

Gorgeous! I love that pattern, and your quilt is stunning! :)

YOUR QUILT IS BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE THE BLUES THAT YOU CHOSE. AN ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL QUILT

on the carpenters wheel . those 8x8 blocks they finished out at 16 " sq correct ??
Very pretty , but not girly !!! good job !!

Gorgeous!!!!!

That is GORGEOUS!! :D

Beautiful, did it take you long?

Wow, such intricate work! I love the blues and especially the overall design/layout of all the elements in the quilt. It's spectacular!

That's my favorite block EVER! I love your blues. Wonderful job!!!!!!

And it matches the eyes in your avatar. :wink:

Did you make up the pattern? I'd love to make a top of different rows like you did--just stunning.

Very pretty. Love the blue and white together.

Very gorgeous quilt!! Love all the blues and the different blocks in between, what a great idea!

Ooooo how pretty!!! Those blues are so stunning!!! Good Job :D :D :D

Wow!!! Gorgeous!! This is so tranquil.

My FAVORITE color. It's GREAT!!!! You did a wonderful job.

Oh my Gosh! Look at all that work! Nice job!