Yes - you read that correctly. I have finished my Q2 Finish-along goals .
- One SWAK envelope top completed. This top measures approximately 48" square. I decided not to sash between the blocks, so that the bright jewel toned colours of the envelopes really popped against the scrappy low volume background. A low volume border was added to frame them Now, I just have to find the right backing fabric for it , then it will be ready to be quilted and bound.
- The wet weather we have been having has been perfect for sitting in my sewing room and getting stuck into quilting my Christmas place mats, a couple of hours later, they were done. I even have the binding cut ready to make and attach for these.
So pleased to be able to cross these off my WIP list. Now onto make something for a friend for her birthday, and start planning the Q3 list.
Love your envelope quilt....would love to make one of those :}
ReplyDeleteThose Christmas place mats are stunning, a real delight.
ReplyDeleteWell done!!! You are steaming ahead with everything. The envelope quilt top looks fantastic doesn't it, I love that because there isn't sashing all the envelopes are close to each other! xx
ReplyDeleteOh Julie! Both these projects are wonderful! I love those colourful envelopes!!! I think I need to make one of these! And your Christmas placemats are fabulous too!!!! I'll be looking for another photo of their glorious finish when they are bound!
ReplyDeleteBoth projects look amazing. Your SWAK Envelopes showcase the bright feature prints beautifully. Those placemats look great!
ReplyDeleteAs usual I want to jump in my computer screen and steal them all LOL!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful job my friend! Your work on these pieces is incredible! And look at you getting your Christmas mats done! I wish I was as organized as you!! A lovely Friday to you! Nicole xoxo
ReplyDeleteThe envelope quilt looks fabulous. I like your straight line quilting. Happy productive weekend to you.
ReplyDeletewow go you! Love the envelope quilt - looks fantastic! and hoorah - looking forward to seeing the placemats in their full glory :)
ReplyDeleteWow ~ congratulations. I know this is a great feeling.
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely.
Carla
Just discovered your blog and it's fabulous! Love the wonderful things you are making, and I love following other Kiwis. Are the Christmas placemats from a pattern or of your own devising? I've been thinking about making a Christmas quilt for ages but feel like it needs to reflect our Southern Hemisphere Christmas style.
ReplyDeleteI love love love the quilt top! It's so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love your envelope quilt top!
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I like it. I love a hand-written note, and I love quilts....the two of them together is even better! And those placemats look pretty great too.
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