Yay! Finally finished quilting Ladies Of The Sea!!
 

Karin pieced and appliqued this "Ladies of the Sea" quilt designed Sue Garman. Karin did a fabulous job and I would be lying if I didn't feel slightly pressured to make sure I didn't ruin this quilt. I am always grateful when I get to be a part of a quilt that will be treasured for a long time. So, this quilt was "simple" in the fact that I didn't have to think much about what I was doing. I had to draw a ton of lines, 1/4 straight lines on a 45 degree angle got a little tiring. Each block, from start to finish took me around 1 hour, some took longer than that. So, just in block work it was around 16 hours. The rest of the quilting, mostly pebbling took me 43 hours. So, 59 hours total to complete this quilt. Amazingly enough, I enjoyed the pebbling more than I enjoyed the straight stitching. Although, my back was aching for a few hours after each quilting session. It's all worth it in the end as you can see the applique pop and become the showcase it needs to be. I used two layers of batting - I don't use one layer anymore - but for this quilt I used a wool batting and a Hobbs 80/20 batting. I think it worked out beautifully. I used Kimono Silk Thread by Superior Threads for the first time. I have to say, I loved it! It's a strong, durable thread and super thin. I didn't have any problems with the thread and I am sure I will use it again. It's a little more pricey, but I think it is worth it for your masterpiece quilts. This was done freehand on my A-1 Longarm.

Drop dead fantastic..... pattern and quilting. That's what I wanna do when I grow up!!!!!hehe

Beautiful quilt and quilting! A true work of art and labor of love!

I can't believe my eyes! How beautiful it is! Kudos to you!!

Now I just can't believe this has been done. It is REALLY GORGEOUS! Just unbelievable! I would give so much to watch this being done. I don't mean I could learn it, never. But, I would love to watch the work being done. So, So beautiful! PS. I showed this to my 2 sons and husband and Grandson, He made it large so we could really see it. all they could say was "wow". And ask me questions about quilting.

That is the most gorgeous quilting job I have ever seen. What talent both of your ladies have.

WOW. A masterpiece!

Excellent job both of you! Thee quilting really makes it pop!

Judi, I was lurking your blog earlier today and spotted this beauty. Another work of art by you, I am sure the maker will be beyond thrilled with it. You will always continue to amaze and astound.

OMgoodness, that is exquisite. really love this piece of work

I totally agree. It's a masterpiece.

Ok, now I can say I have seen the mountain and it is really tall and spectacular!!!!!!!!

That is awesome, gorgeous, beautiful!!!!

WOW!!!!! that needs some medals Oh my God it is gorgeous. You have done a marvelous job.

So beautiful, it makes me want to cry with happiness!! You know like tears of joy. Thanks for making my day.

I couldn't say it better. :thumbup:

Ditto!! Stunning.

It should win a triple blue ribbon.

What stunning work both by the quilt maker and the quilter-showpiece for sure!!!

I'd give it Best of Show! What a masterpiece ...

wow what a lot of work..... nice

What an amazing quilt. Just beautiful.

Ok. Now I know I want a long arm machine. Love the quilt but the quilting is a masterpiece.

Beautiful!

This has a first place ribbon with your name on it! Excellent work, both of you!

WOW! That's GORGEOUS!!!

Judi - this is GORGEOUS!!! Im a huge fan of yours...this is fantabulous!!! Thank you for sharing. :)

That is amazing... Fantastic... Tremendous... Actually, I don't even know the word for it.

Umm ... yeah ... ditto on the amazing, fantastic, beautiful - and every other adjective that has been said so far. Other than that ... CONGRATULATIONS to both of you.

this needs to be entered in a national quilt show!

All I can say is....WOW!!!!! If I could only be as good!

Breathtaking! The quilt and your quilting, just so grand. Freehand?! Gasp! You have really steady hands to do all this pebbling and the lines so accurately and precisely. Masterpiece Quilt is an understatement. I'm sure she will love it. The silk thread lends a shimmering sandy look, it's just as beautiful to display on either side.

Absolutely beautiful!

That quilt NEEDS to be entered in a show or showcased somewhere! It is fantastic.

That 's what I call a show stopper!!! Just beyond fabulous!! Do enter this is some show , its more than show worthy.. its ribbon worthy!

Her applique work is absolutely breathtaking and your careful and thoughtful quilting has made this a masterpiece. Thank you for sharing such a beauty!

That is one great quilt the 2 of you put together. I see these quilts an I just drool, they are beautiful joyce j

Absolutely beautiful

Oh my goodness...that is just awesome!