Monday, October 17, 2011

Sewing Christmas


Here we are, month ten of "Sewing Christmas".  I can hardly believe it.  I'm very excited today to share with you my Log Cabin Christmas quilt.


For those of you have been reading my blog for awhile you know that I have been working on this quilt for a very long time.


In all my years of quilting I have never made a log cabin quilt.  I can tell you without a doubt, this quilt won't be the only one I make with this wonderful block.  This quilt is a biggie, made for our king size bed.


The design possibilities for the log cabin block are endless.  It's a great quilt for a beginner and looks complicated, but it's not!


I made the quilt for my husband.  He's seen me working on it so it's not a surprise.  I will put it on our bed as soon as Thanksgiving is done.  I'm hoping to find some pretty sheets to go with it.


Here is a close up of the quilting as well as some of the prints.  My favorite is the "Merry Christmas" musical fabric (and the holly, the cherries, the polka dots...).


You all know the drill by now, use the link below to add your Christmas idea, something you're working on, sewn, knitted-whatever strikes your fancy!




With joy,
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26 comments:

  1. sewfunbymoniqueOctober 17, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    That is just so gorgeous!! Love how it turned out. :)

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  2. Blessed SerendipityOctober 17, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    How pretty! What a gorgeous piece to decorate with. You are such a talented quilter. I just love it.

    xo,
    Danielle

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  3. KarenBOctober 17, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    My first attempt at a quilt was a log cabin. It never got finished, but I still have it and all the extra yardage. That was, ummm, 1982 or 83. YIKES! Your quilt is gorgeous.

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  4. Mary @ Neat and TidyOctober 17, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    What a gorgeous quilt! I especially like the background fabrics and how they make the entire quilt have a special zing. Nice job.

    I put my Christmas quilt on the bed the day after Thanksgiving and don't take it off until the end of January.

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  5. Jenny's Place OnlineOctober 17, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    It looks lovely, Renee. The first block I ever made was a log cabin. Isn't it amazing the designs you can come up with when you 'play' with it :) Happy crafting, Jenny

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  6. PatOctober 17, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    I love the look of log cabin quilts and yours is gorgeous...great job!

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  7. Kathleen GraceOctober 17, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    I love this quilt Renee! I used to be so afraid of quilting, but there really are a lot of easy blocks to put together, a log cabin quilt is definitely on my list! How wonderful to have this special handmade quilt to enjoy every holiday season:>)

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  8. My Vintage MendingOctober 17, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Unbelievable. One of the most beautiful I have ever seen. so jealous....I will be back today with a post. Smiles...Renee

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  9. StitchinByTheLakeOctober 17, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Gorgeous, simply gorgeous. I know you should be very proud of this one! blessings,marlene

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  10. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Girl! You are awesome and you must be so proud! I bet you can hardly wait to put it on your bed!

    Do you remember where you found the polka dot fabric? ♥

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  11. donnaOctober 17, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Your quilt is gorgeous. I love all the fabrics you used and your quilting is just beautiful. My first log cabin quilt was a Christmas quilt also. I can not wait for Christmas so I can bring it out again.
    Hugs
    donna

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  12. corners of my lifeOctober 17, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Oh my it is so beautiful!

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  13. koraleeOctober 17, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    So beautiful my friend...I can't believe how talented you are. Love the fabrics...what a sweet wife you are. xoxoxoxo

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  14. Beverly @ My Sew Sweet StudioOctober 17, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    I posted a comment earlier, but must have lost it. Your quilt is beautiful. I love Log Cabin. It was the first quilt I ever made. A king sized is quite an accomplishment. Your are right, it is good for a beginner or experienced alike.
    Thanks once more for Sewing Christmas and inspiring me to get something done.

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  15. Nancy BOctober 17, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I remember when you first showed us the strips you had cut for this project. I love the way it turned out. It's beautiful!

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  16. BetsyOctober 17, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Wow--beautiful! It looks so intricate. I am so inspired. I have always thought I wouldn't be able to pull off quilting, but maybe I'll try a simple pattern to get started. I would love to end up with something half as lovely as this.

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  17. Britt LaurenOctober 17, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    The quilt looks so beautiful!! You did a really great job. I always wanted to make a quilt, but never had the patience or the talent to sew very well. I like all your patterns!! I'm sure that took a lot of work to do!! that is so thoughtful to give the quilt to your husband. I always enjoy looking at your blog!!! You always have nice things to say!

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  18. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    That is so pretty! What a great gift! You are so talented. :) (I think you should offer workshops.)

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  19. LBPOctober 18, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    What can i say!!!??? That quilt is just fantastic!! I would love to be a quilter but just don't have the patience.

    Blessings

    Linda

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  20. lilianapsvonniederhausern@gmail.comOctober 18, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    WOW THAT QUILT IS PRETTY AMAZING!

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  21. Bee JayOctober 18, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Perfect!
    Blessings!

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  22. Rose M.October 19, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    What a beautiful quilt! You must be very proud of all your hard work!

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  23. BeckyOctober 20, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    You are very busy,this is just exquisite.How lovely your designs are.

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  24. AngieOctober 21, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Oh my, that is absolutely GORGEOUS!

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  25. CarlaOctober 24, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Love the log cabin! Absolutely gorgeous.

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  26. UnknownDecember 17, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Amazing quilt Joy. Its absolutely beautiful and you will enjoy this for years to come. Now this is what I call a real family heirloom :)

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