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Thursday, 2 May 2013

Log Cabin Circles

Firstly, thanks everyone for your kind comments yesterday.  It was lovely receiving so many (virtual) hugs!

This past week I've been sewing a crazy amount of hours making this:

Log Cabin Circles 006 (2)
72" x 72"
There are 36 blocks here, all heavily pieced with skinny white strips, and wider Amy Butler Soul Blossom strips, creating this circular pattern.  I got through 5 bobbins, and chain pieced it, which meant I sewed the same section 36 times, over and over and over!!

Log Cabin Circles 008 (2)

I love log cabin quilts, especially modern designs like this one.  This will eventually be for my daughter when she turns 18 later this year (don't even ask me how that happened!!!).

But I wanted to use it as a test case to try out a new pattern idea for one of my classes in the Autumn.  Some modifications and fabric quantifying are needed, but I think it is a definite contender.

I got through a whole jelly roll and several fqs when I ran out 90% of the way through.  But my trusty fabric addict buddy came to my rescue with more Soul Blossoms jelly roll strips!

Log Cabin Circles 009 (2)

To finish off this baby, I'm thinking a skinny white border, with this on the back ...

AB backing

...and it might just make it's way to my quilty friend with long arms (!!) to get quilted.  It will be a special occasion after all!

Oh, and I got these today, for hanging in there with hubby for 21 years!






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23 comments:

  1. memmens2 May 2013 at 12:33

    That is so gorgeous, I love it and it's not even finished yet! Does she know?
    Congratulations too on 21 years, happy celebrating. x

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  2. Sarah2 May 2013 at 13:33

    Happy anniversary, and OMG that quilt is fabulous. I dread to imagine the chain piecing MARATHONS you've had to get there... It is quite fabulous, she's a lucky girl :-)

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  3. Leanne2 May 2013 at 13:44

    I love that quilt, I love how circles can form with log cabins. I bet it will be heavy and warm with all those seams. Happy anniversary!

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  4. Unknown2 May 2013 at 13:47

    Wow what a beautiful gift for a beauriful girl...happy anniversery x

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  5. Quilting In The Cold2 May 2013 at 14:49

    Such a beautiful, beautiful quilt.

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  6. Karin2 May 2013 at 14:58

    WOW breath taking awesome

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  7. Lucy | Charm About You2 May 2013 at 16:00

    That is such a beautiful quilt! Great design! Happy Anniversary :)

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  8. Sarah2 May 2013 at 16:38

    Happy anniversary! 21 years of nice flowers and bottles of Baileys and I'm surprised your daughter is not nearly 21!! 😉

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  9. Sarah2 May 2013 at 16:40

    Tried to add that the of cabin quilt s fabulous, but the comment box threw me out sorry.

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  10. Cindy2 May 2013 at 18:09

    IT IS AMAZING!!!! Did you use a pattern/tute to make this? Could you tell me more? What you've picked as backing is one of my all time favorite prints. Wonderful.
    Happy anniversary :)

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  11. Canadian Abroad2 May 2013 at 20:15

    Happy anniversary!! A well spent 21 years at that. Love the quilt. Some well spent sewing there.

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  12. Fiona @ Poppy Makes2 May 2013 at 20:16

    Gorgeous quilt and Happy Anniversary x

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  13. Trudi2 May 2013 at 20:19

    Oooh look, your flowers match the fabric! Lol happy Anniversary! And the quilt is flippin gorgeous! Wow! She's going to love it!

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  14. Mrs Flying Blind...2 May 2013 at 21:41

    Happy Anniversary!!
    The quilt is utterly stunning! Are you sure you want to hand it over for an 18th birthday? I could look after it until her 21st to be sure xxx

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  15. Di2 May 2013 at 22:26

    Happy anniversary. The quilt is beautiful and it will be such a special 18th birthday present for your daughter. Di x

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  16. Unknown2 May 2013 at 22:42

    Oh my word!!! That quilt is PERFECTION!! And HUGE congratulations on your wedding anniversary.....in today's throw away culture, it's lovely to hear of a success story. xx

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  17. Katy Cameron3 May 2013 at 00:27

    Oh wow, it's amazing, but you lost me at 'the same bit 36 times over' - eek! I love that hubby thought you needed drink to see you through your anniversary ;o)

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  18. Anonymous3 May 2013 at 12:10

    I just love this quilt ........it is amazing. Your efforts on the sewing was definitely worth it. Glad you day is a little brighter! Congrats on your Anniversary. Don't know if the no reply has been corrected yet. Have a fabulous day.

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  19. Tutinella3 May 2013 at 21:32

    Happy Anniversary! :) Love your blocks, great colours, I simply can't stop staring at them :)

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  20. Archie The Wonder Dog4 May 2013 at 18:05

    It's taken my breath away - absolutely stunning! Happy anniversary xx

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  21. Second Chance Tan6 May 2013 at 21:34

    Wow that is a lot of chain-sewing - it's a real stunner though, just right for an 18 year old. Happy anniversary x

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  22. Sew and Sew7 May 2013 at 15:18

    Happy Anniversary! What a gorgeous quilt. Love the contrast of colors against the white. Did you follow a pattern for this quilt? I would love to try making one myself.

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  23. Sarah8 May 2013 at 11:43

    Beautiful quilt! I think your daughter will love it. Happy Anniversary too!

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