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Quilting: Christmas Quilt
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Christmas Quilt

Front of Quilt

Back of Quilt
Back of Quilt
Front of Quilt
Back of Quilt
Back of Quilt
Front of Quilt

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Instructions

I used Leah Day's instructions on the FMQ in my quilt that I am making for a family member for Christmas. Leah makes it real easy to step out of your comfort zone and make a bold statement on a quilt with white threads.
Difficulty:

Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Children

Style: Hipster, Cute, Whimsical, Mod, Traditional, Funky

Materials

Cotton Materials, isacord threads, and Cotton Batting

What was your inspiration?

I was inspired by Leah Day to FMQ this quilt with her designs. I threw a little of my own in there in places too.

What are you most proud of?

My grandchildren helped me make this quilt. I can not wait to show them the quilt.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

The best advice for anyone is just to step out of your comfort zone and try the different fmq designes on a quilt.

 

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Yiya Cucuy on craftsy.com
Yiya Cucuy
Nov 26, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Cool! I like how the thread build up looks.
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I just learned that is called thread play.... When the thread builds up like that. It can make your design look real nice. But you have to have some good thread that will not break when you sew over it that many times. Thank you for your comment.
Nstitches4u on craftsy.com
Nstitches4u
Nov 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great quilting job! Leah is a fantastic teacher!
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, and Leah does have a lot of people who have learned from her. I dont think she really knows how much.
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Ladybev
Nov 22, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Can't believe I missed commenting on your quilt. I LOVE the COLORS! Did you use any practice sandwiches a before you dove into the quilt. It looks like you really learned tons! Great job! Awesome quilt!
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 22, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I have made too many practice sandwiches in the past. I just watched Leah and just made the designes in the quilt. I just finished binding the quilt this morning. I just washed it and it is in the dryer. I have cotton batting, and I like to wash and dry the quilts before I give them out. I used Leahs wavy method on the border. It looks great. I will post a final picture later. Thanks for your comment.
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Ladybev
Nov 22, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Happy Thanksgiving! No quilting today! :-)
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shiner
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
As usual your quilt is beautiful and inspiring. Is there anything you would do differently next time? I saw where you said it took too long. Sometimes i ask myself what's the rush. I really like doing the back of the quilt incorporating the leftovers. I'm probably too frugal or is that cheap.. I find it's a good way to experiment too. Was this a pattern?
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I just saw some material that I liked, not knowing what I wanted to make with it. I cut a lot of 3 1/2 inch squares and sewed two on the diagonal together, then put them on the floor to arrange them. I came up with these blocks. Then I made some flying geese in different sizes, then was racking my brain how to make a bigger square out of all of them. so we got a big flying geese, two small flying geese, and a pinwheel that made a bigger block to match up with the other blocks. This is all random. The reason I said it is taking way too long, is because i am making lap quilts for the five grandchildren, and a big quilt for mom and dad for Christmas. I do not think I am going to get it all done. I could have just stippled this quilt so I could get more done. I had fun on this fmq sampler with the different designs though.
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WasaNewbieJean
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Lovely quilt Tammie - very contemporary!
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Jean
mpac5000 on craftsy.com
mpac5000
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Tammie, your quilt is wonderful. The colors are so rich.
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, I fell in love with the colors, and just got the material not knowing what I wanted to make. I cut 3 1/2 inch squares and just put them together. it was a piecing nightmare at first until the grandkids helped tell me where to put what....lol....
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mpac5000
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Tammie, my kids when they were little would make pillows over summer vacation. they loved going to the fabric store and helping me pick out fabrics etc. My daughter is an artist and has a wonderful sense of color and design. My oldest son has a great sense of color and can tell the difference between shapes of colors.
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mpac5000
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
is so much fun getting their input. My grand son picked the fabric for his quilt front and back. I asked if he would go with me. there was a mild protest but it was hard getting him out of the quilt store. since I had coupons and could only use one coupon a day, we got only one of the fabrics. He woke me the next morning at 6 AM. he was fully dressed and asked if the fabric store was open. LOL! so much fun!
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Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I love the story about your grandchildren. They will remember you always like that. It is special you know that.
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desna
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow your quilting is fabulous and the quilt is gorgeous... I am sure it was fun making it with your grandkids:))))
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you and it was fun
stitchingtimes on craftsy.com
stitchingtimes
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I'm impressed! Whoever receives this quilt will love it. I think it's so neat that the children helped. A real family treasure for sure.
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stitchingtimes
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I'm impressed! Whoever receives this quilt will love it. I think it's so neat that the children helped. A real family treasure for sure.
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, it was fun
Nana Jo 54 on craftsy.com
Nana Jo 54
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great job! I have just begun using designs in FMQ rather than meandering and it is a challenge but well worth it.
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Yes it is a challenge to step out and be brave on a quilt. I used to practice on pot holders or table runners. Now I brought it to a quilt. I am proud of it, but it took wayyyyy too long to do this small lap quilt....lol....
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Darns
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
OK, Sister Tammie, I am so impressed that you went with contrasting thread color for your quilting that I now must challenge myself to do the same. Your grandchildren will treasure this time with you all their lives. BTW, love the colors in your quilt also.
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Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Darns. The thread thing, I almost went with the brown varigated, but I at the last minute asked Leah what she suggested, and she said the white would show off the fmq better. So I took a leep. I am pleased with the decision.
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tomib
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Fantastic!!!!
Sew4joy on craftsy.com
Sew4joy
Nov 20, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
well done
Sister Tammie on craftsy.com
Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thanks
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Gog
Nov 19, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow! Impressive, love your fabrics and FMQ, especially the block with the heart in the centre. What a wonderful gift - would love to see your grandchildren's reactions, do you think they will grow up to be crafters?
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Sister Tammie
Nov 20, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
All four of them know how to sew, My eighth grade grandson has lived with us his whole life and loves to sew with Gramy. the other three are ages 9,6, and 6. They all three love to come to gramys and sew with gramy too. The younger two were the ones who helped with this one. I think they will grow up to always remember what gramy taught them. Thank you for liking my quilt.

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