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Ready For A Christmas Quilt.

Posted on | December 9, 2015 | 13 Comments

This quilt has been in the works for quite a while, so it is great to see it finally finished and ready to hang for the festive season.

This is a Viv’s Creations pattern by Viv Robinson.

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It is made using raw edge applique. I also chose to do a lot of the embroidery with free motion quilting.

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I can show closer pics of each row.

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Most of the fabrics are by Lynette Anderson with a few extras added in.

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Last row.

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And one of the presents.

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I changed the sides from the original pattern to reindeer and holly instead of words.

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I kept the quilting to simple meandering and used many of the fabrics from the range in the backing and binding.

The quilting was a cream thread but the applique was done using a variegated thread.

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Hooray for another finish.

This week seems to be the start of many Christmas get togethers. I have already had two Christmas break up functions and have two more on Thursday and Friday. And then another three next week.

I will certainly be in the Christmas spirit when the big day arrives.

I do hope you are enjoying all the fun catch ups that occur at this time of year.

Cheers, Karen

 

Category: Christmas, Quilts

13 Responses to Ready For A Christmas Quilt.

  • Suz says: As long as you haven't HAD too much Christmas spirit by the time the big red suited man arrives Karen! You do have a busy party schedule though! Your quilt is beautiful! I love seeing the close-ups of the stitching and quilting!
    9th Dec, 2015 at 6:31 PM
  • michelle from Rag-tag Stitchin' says: So very lovely! Viv is sorely missed...such a talent! Enjoy all your festivities xx
    9th Dec, 2015 at 7:02 PM
  • cheryll (gone stitchin) says: It's GoRGeoUs Karen... well done! Merry Christmas & HoHoHo... xox
    9th Dec, 2015 at 7:05 PM
  • Shez says: Wow Karen this is just amazing I love it,well done my friend on a beautiful finish xx
    9th Dec, 2015 at 7:19 PM
  • Cheryl says: Well done Karen. Love your version. I had hoped to have mine hanging for this xmas, but alas
    9th Dec, 2015 at 9:55 PM
  • Pauline says: A BIG hooray for sure!! I love your quilt...your border is perfect. Thanks for sharing all your needle and thread creations...so much eye candy!! I wish we were neighbors...we could get in a lot of trouble!! Happy stitching!! Pauline
    10th Dec, 2015 at 1:42 AM
  • Joan says: Oh, I love all the details in this pattern. What a treasure to have for the holidays!
    10th Dec, 2015 at 3:03 AM
  • sunny says: What a beautiful quilt! Just in time for hanging. I just baked some cookies for a sewing group cookie exchange tomorrow. All other clubs and groups met earlier, so I think this might be the last. We did a pin cushion exchange at our Guild party last night. Lots of fun.
    10th Dec, 2015 at 5:42 AM
  • Rachaeldaisy says: This is a really beautiful Christmas quilt. I love all the details, wonderful threadwork you've done and cute reindeers in the borders. Congratulations on another beautiful finished quilt! Wishing you fun and merry times at your Christmas get togethers.
    10th Dec, 2015 at 7:40 AM
  • Fiona says: oh I do love it Karen, I bought this pattern but haven't started it but I love how yours is done so I might have to copy some of your ideas.... I'ts going to look fantastic hanging up in your house this year. Wonderful finish Hugz
    10th Dec, 2015 at 8:17 AM
  • Lesley says: Your quilt is absolutely fabulous! Love the design, the fabrics, and your little changes to make it your own. Perfect quilting and stitching too!
    11th Dec, 2015 at 1:36 PM
  • Linda King says: Another beautiful finish! Enjoy the holidays.
    18th Dec, 2015 at 12:03 PM
  • Raewyn says: Beautiful!! My goal for the coming year is to at least start it!! Sounds like your social calendar has been very full and fun!
    25th Dec, 2015 at 4:17 AM

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