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Quilting: BOM Jan - Sep
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BOM Jan - Sep

BOM Jan - Sep with Feb Replacement Block

BOM Jan - Sep with Feb Replacement Block
BOM Jan - Sep

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Craftsy Block of the Month 2012 »
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Home

Style: Funky, Classic, Traditional

Materials

Kaffe Fassett fabrics and various batiks

What was your inspiration?

Well, I just finished remaking the February Balkan Puzzle Block, I like it much better than the gold. I STILL do not like that technique though, don't care for the unstable edges, just my personal preference.

What are you most proud of?

OOOHHH! Only two more blocks to go! Then I am putting this puppy together and quilting the you know what out of it! It will be done just in time for some cold weather enjoyment.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

If you are thinking about starting this class, I highly recommend it! It's lots of fun and you can see from the variety of work that people have submitted, there are many ways in which to express your creativity within these confines! Enjoy!!!

 

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Cat Sultan on craftsy.com
Cat Sultan
Nov 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
So what did you do with your first Balkan puzzle block? I really liked that one! Of course all your work is great, but I read that you didn't like it. Hope it found a good home!
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applekrisp
Nov 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
it's wandering around in a drawer right now. alone in the dark...haha
Cat Sultan on craftsy.com
Cat Sultan
Nov 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Ahh...it's getting the red[headed stepchild treatment! Personally I like a couple renegade elements in my quilt to catch the eye. Maybe you can make it into a quilt for your cat?
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Cat Sultan
Nov 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
,,,or a throw pillow to go with the quilt! So it can have a stare down with its replacement! (:
cherylsea on craftsy.com
cherylsea
Oct 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Your blocks are gorgeous but the first July block is the most amazing block I have seen in my life!! Totally awesome! Do you ever go to www.quiltinghaven.com?
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Oct 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Hi Cherylsea, no I haven't been to quiltinghaven.com I'm not much for chat rooms because I work full time at a doctors office so I don't get to check in but a few times.
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applekrisp
Oct 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for the complement on the July block, I do LOVE that one as well, one of my favorites!
Tanya W. on craftsy.com
Tanya W.
Sep 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great colors!
Dedemac on craftsy.com
Dedemac
Sep 16, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous blocks, looking forward to seeing how you join them together. The replacement block works so much better, you were correct to replace it. Now you have a block to start another quilt from.
desna on craftsy.com
desna
Sep 16, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
AMAZING... what wonderful blocks you have created and ofcourse your fabrics are super
mo.sews on craftsy.com
mo.sews
Sep 10, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
ok I understand why you replaced the original Balkan puzzle block... Did you know Kaffee Fasset is in his 70's? I didn't even know it was a real person until we started the BOM... :^O
Sewswithrum on craftsy.com
Sewswithrum
Sep 10, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
What funky colors! Love them...can't wait to see how you put them together....
scm369 on craftsy.com
scm369
Sep 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Oh my what wonderful colors....
bearsmom on craftsy.com
bearsmom
Sep 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just yummy looking!
mcguirk8 on craftsy.com
mcguirk8
Sep 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I use fabric.com also. They are a good company.
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mcguirk8
Sep 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is absolutely beautiful and I am inspired to make one like it.Thanks for posting your beautiful work.
Eastern Quilter on craftsy.com
Eastern Quilter
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Eye candy! Just love it!
LazyLady1329 on craftsy.com
LazyLady1329
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
How many different fabrics are you using? I know some blocks only have two fabrics (January), but I wonder how many you have all together. I'm getting ready to start and I want to make all my blocks coordinate like you have done, but feel unsure about how many different fabrics to get.
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Well, I started out with about 15 different fabrics all from the Kaffe Fassett Collections and added a batik and hand dyed....I had some 1/2 yard pieces of fabric that I really liked and supplemented that with a variety of fat quarters. I purchased most of the fabric from www.fabric.com as they often have great sales on Kaffe fabrics, and there is a little store about 1.5 hours away from here that has an amazing collection. I ended up purchasing some Kaffe that I will not use in this quilt, but probably use in another. I have a big stash after 40+ years of quilting but there is always an excuse to shop for more...LOL. I didn't start out the project with an over arching theme in mind, it kind of developed as we went along. You see the one block with the gold and teal...that will get redone probably this weekend in fabrics that will work in this quilt a little better. I get a large 2 gallon zip lock bag and I keep all my fabrics neatly folded in that for this project, I use a second one to store my blocks and I use a 1 gallon size for my scraps. I Never toss any fabric scraps away.
LazyLady1329 on craftsy.com
LazyLady1329
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for the reply. Your blocks are beautiful and you have a good eye for color. I wish I could take you shopping with me! I haven't been quilting very long and don't have a large stash.
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applekrisp
Sep 09, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
i'm going to suggest that you make one of your first purchases an artist or quilter's color wheel' the also have color cards. Learn how to use it' it only takes a few minutes to understand. then start out with a fabric you love....use your color wheel and see what the colors next to that predominant color are....select some fabrics in that range and you will have a blending and peaceful quilt...select the color opposite for a quilt with contrast...mentally draw a triangle and use those colors for natural excitement....google color theory and you will get a host of info. Another little trick....all the work has been done for you by the designer...on the border of your fabric' along the selvage' you will see a series of color dots. Those are the colors that the designer used to make that fabric you love....go find fabrics with those colors and you will be surprised how easy it is to make a beautiful quilt with little effort. Can't wait to see your selections.
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LazyLady1329
Sep 10, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for the tip!
DonaH on craftsy.com
DonaH
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
How did you get all of them lined up for one photo? They look great together!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
DonaH, I use a website called BigHugeLabs.com and select their mosaic maker. It lets you load your photos into a variety of formats. I am working on a recipe book for our children right now and I use their program to show the step by step process of a recipe. There are a multitude of uses!
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lrmyr18
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
So very dramatic. Love the deep tones on these blocks.
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I think that is one of the things I love so much about Kaffe Fabrics, the richness of the tones.
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WasaNewbieJean
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Prettier, and prettier, and prettier, and pretteria..... This is becoming more and more fabulous each month!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You are way too sweet!!!!
yarn78 on craftsy.com
yarn78
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Your blocks are beautiful!! I can't wait to see this quilt finished.
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks Yarn...I am excited to finish it as well.
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Marie Genereux
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Getting more and more spectacular!
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Marie!
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blueheron61
Sep 08, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Your fabrics look so rich and saturated, and are great together - love it!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much!
Darns on craftsy.com
Darns
Sep 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Oh, yeah, KF is going to sell tons of fabric when people see these. I've already done my bit! lol
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You are funny! I hope he does sell a ton of fabric, I know I'm buying my share...LOL
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You are funny! I hope he does sell a ton of fabric, I know I'm buying my share...LOL
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Sunny Creations
Sep 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful choice of fabrics. Kaffe is the best.
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I agree! Thank you!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I agree! Thank you!
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armstrprop
Sep 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I love your Kaffe blocks!! I won a Best Use of Color in Common Threads Wichita Quilt Show in June with a quilt using Kaffe prints. The fabric is so beautiful.
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! I would love to see a photo of your prize winner! How exciting! I do love Kaffe!!!
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Needlecat
Sep 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Simply gorgeous! I love Kaffe fabrics and your choices are stunning! I'm using his fabrics, too, but haven't photographed them yet. Beautiful job!
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applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, anxious to see your work!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, anxious to see your work!
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Odd Cat Stitch
Sep 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow it is really coming together beautifully!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!
applekrisp on craftsy.com
applekrisp
Sep 08, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!

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