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Monday, April 21, 2008

A finished top

I'm happy to report that the medallion quilt is now a finished flimsy - 101" square. It took me at least a day longer than I'd hoped - but it's done. I've put the remaining pre-1830's fabrics into the cabinet so I have two empty baskets for the next class. The last border consists of period correct chintz. We received it in our packet at the last class - we had about 10 to choose from and I felt this one enhanced the colors and fabrics of my quilt the best. The first pictures shows the final border of stars before they were sewn together and attached. You may also notice that I decided to move that outside gold pointed star to the other side of the quilt to spread out the gold even further, and I'm glad I did. There isn't any floor in this house big enough to spread this out for a full picture, so I settled for a picture of a quarter of the quilt so I could show the border. I really love how this turned out!
I thought I could get back to Civil War blocks next but I'm afraid they will have to wait. My featherweight has started making bad noises and breaking thread- I really babied it along through these last two borders. I took it apart for oiling and cleaning but that didn't do the trick. So she is going to have to go to the doctor as soon as I have a chance to take her. It will be like leaving one of my children - I hate to have her out of the house and not with me!
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30 comments:

  1. Ann JApril 21, 2008 at 9:52 PM

    WOW!! What else can I say!!!

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  2. canquiltApril 21, 2008 at 10:29 PM

    Wow, you have set the bar now for the medallions Kathie, Patty, Megan and I will do. In fact, you were the inspiration for the project.

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  3. PamApril 21, 2008 at 11:44 PM

    You have done such an amazing and incredible job!! BRAVO!! I bet you love it - it is wonderful!!

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  4. UnknownApril 22, 2008 at 12:02 AM

    Patti - this quilt top is absolutely beautiful - the last border just finishes it off a real treat

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  5. Lissa JaneApril 22, 2008 at 1:07 AM

    woohoo @ you patti.. love love love it!!!


    Lissa

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  6. ClareApril 22, 2008 at 1:26 AM

    Amazing! Lovely quilt. Hope the Featherweight survives the visit to the doctor.

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  7. Sew Create It - JaneApril 22, 2008 at 4:53 AM

    Stunning! No other word for it!

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  8. CarolynApril 22, 2008 at 5:46 AM

    Your border fabric is perfect!

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  9. Cornfield QuilterApril 22, 2008 at 5:57 AM

    What a glorious quilt!

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  10. dotApril 22, 2008 at 6:22 AM

    A very nice quilt in deed. It is just beautiful.

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  11. SusieApril 22, 2008 at 6:59 AM

    This quilt is amazing! It inspires me to start planning a medalion with my left over civil war fabrics. I know what you mean about being so attached to your featherweight. I actually say hello to my machine each time I turn her on. That does sound weird doesn't it?

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  12. KateApril 22, 2008 at 7:16 AM

    The border you chose really sparks up the inside of the quilt beautifully. There are pieces where it looks like the border chintz is showing through in the inner borders and medallion-- as if there were little windows cut in the main quilt. Wonderful effect. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. KC QuilterApril 22, 2008 at 7:26 AM

    What an absolutely exquisite quilt, Patti. Congrats to you. And hope the Featherweight is only minorly sick :(

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  14. SusanApril 22, 2008 at 9:15 AM

    That is an outstanding piece of work in that quilt. I am so pleased for you to have the top done.

    Of course, I want one too...VBG

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  15. JudyApril 22, 2008 at 9:24 AM

    Simply beautiful Patti!

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  16. AndreaApril 22, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    Congratulations Patti - it is a beauty !

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  17. Sweet PApril 22, 2008 at 2:30 PM

    Wow! Your quilt is stunning! Great job on it.

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  18. KristieApril 22, 2008 at 3:37 PM

    Love your flimsy! I just love the fabrics! And the quilt has such detail!

    You poor thing! How will you make it without your machine?? It always throws me into panic!
    Kristie

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  19. CaroleApril 22, 2008 at 4:08 PM

    That is one gorgeous quilt! Stunning! I love that border fabric! I cannot get over how many pieces are in there! Wow! Thanks for sharing!

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  20. The Calico CatApril 22, 2008 at 4:50 PM

    NEAT! I have enjoyed following your progress on his project.

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  21. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 6:39 PM

    You are amazing! This is absolutely beautiful! I've watched your progress and I am truly amazed at how the border looks. I would never have considered this fabric.
    Thanks for sharing.

    Gayle

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  22. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 10:25 PM

    Your quilt is a beautifil piece of art. Congratulations on finishing the top. The history that goes with this project makes is even more inpressive. Cheers to Patti.
    Ardis

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  23. swoozeApril 23, 2008 at 8:13 AM

    That turned out really pretty. Do you like that outter border that you were given? It is hard for me to see clearly in the pic.

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  24. MARCIEApril 23, 2008 at 10:57 AM

    Patti, you could have stopped after any of the borders and I would have loved this quilt. But it just kept "growing" better with each round. Your border fabric is a good choice!

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  25. Quilter KathyApril 23, 2008 at 6:16 PM

    Awesome job!
    Love this quilt!

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  26. ShelinaApril 25, 2008 at 6:20 AM

    I've loved watching your progress and your decision making on your medallion quilt. I want to make one someday, and enjoyed the training. I think the most important lesson I learned from you is to try out the different options instead of just settling for something just because it is quicker or easier. Thanks!

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  27. MichelleApril 25, 2008 at 6:20 PM

    Your medallion quilt is absolutely beautiful! I think you have done an awesome job!!

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  28. TanyaApril 26, 2008 at 1:22 AM

    Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! It makes me want to try a medalian quilt! The last border really suits the rest of the quilt!

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  29. AnonymousApril 28, 2008 at 5:48 PM

    Beautiful scrappy quilt! I just stumbled upon your website. I will definitely be back to visit again!

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  30. HeidiJune 6, 2008 at 6:08 AM

    A truly wonderful quilt! Bravo!
    What a pleasure that I stumbled upon your blog!

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