Friday, August 19, 2011

A Quilting finish......

Before I talk about the quilting, here are the quilt facts:
Quilt made by Beth (she does beautiful applique work!)
Quilt pattern: "Flea Market" - it was a series last summer in Quilters Newsletter Magazine.
Batting used: Quilter's Dream Cotton
Thread used for top: Superior Threads "Antique Silver" Metallic #064
Bobbin thread: Superior Threads "White" So Fine #401

The TOWA gauge for the bobbin thread was set at 220 - I just played with the top thread tension.


Okay - I had so much fun quilting this quilt. I usually have fun - but I have to tell you that I always second guess my quilting until I pull the quilt off the frames - then I just love it.

The borders and center flower points were free motion straight quilting - no rulers, so it may not be perfect, but consistent hopefully.

I love this block!

I absolutely love the sash in this quilt. I mimicked the curve lines, then free motion quilted ovals, then went through each oval with connecting curves. This was really fun.

I love the pattern the quilting in the sash sections created at the points. It is just fun.

Here's the straight stitching and the simple swirl in the borders. The patterns on the fabrics are busy enough in the white/black borders that I decided on a simple quilt stitch because it wouldn't really be seen.


I absolutely love how the corners come together on this one. A new love - straight stitching!



Here's a close up - you can see the sparkle of the metallic silver thread. I just love it!

And - a close up of the sash - love, love love it! Now to the next quilt, also made by Beth! Pictures next week!

Oh - and I will announce the winner of my giveaway sometime soon, but there is still time to enter here.



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53 comments:

  1. Flo @ Butterfly QuiltingAugust 19, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    This is absolutely amazing...I cant stop looking at it !! :)

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  2. AndreaAugust 19, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    This is absolutely a work of art. It is just amazing! The quilt, the quilting...everything. So beautiful and obviously a labor of love. Thank you so much for sharing this inspiring work.

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  3. Archie The Wonder DogAugust 19, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Fantastic quilting on a wonderful quilt - wow!

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  4. Vicki WAugust 19, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    What a wonderful quilt and I LOVE your sashing quilting.

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  5. KareeAugust 19, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    fabulous! you inspire me: FMQing, colors, patterns. it is ALL GOOD.

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  6. Terry@ a quilting blogAugust 19, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    What an unbelievably beautiful quilt!!!! Love everything about it!!! TFS

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  7. JoyceTAugust 19, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Really lovely quilting. Was the metallic thread your idea or the customer's? It looks fantastic. This encourages me to use metallic on a large scale. Did you use more than one cone?

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  8. JustPamAugust 19, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    That is absolutely gorgeous! I don't think I would have the patience for the piecing, applique or quilting-wish I did. Wonderful job all around.

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  9. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    This is seriously the most beautiful quilt I've ever seen!

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  10. KarenAugust 19, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Absolutely beautiful... you both did a lovely job... it will no doubt be cherished for many years to come...

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  11. Julie SAugust 19, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Is that black piping outlining the shapes? Or is it stitching? Please let me know!

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  12. Denise in PAAugust 19, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Oh my goodness, Judi, it's stunning! Your quilting is just amazing!!

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  13. queenopearlsAugust 19, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Absolutely exceptional quilt! Wow, textile artistry. I aspire to such.
    Christina in Cleveland

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  14. Heather AAugust 19, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Wow! I mean ... WOW! Like really ... WOWWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!

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  15. ThearicaAugust 19, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    I am IN love with the quilt and the quilting! Great job to you, Beth and the pattern designer!

    I want one of these to quilt!

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  16. marcellaAugust 19, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    You did such a beautiful job! Your quilting really enhances the quilt pattern. Really, really lovely

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  17. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I think the quilt is fabulous! I do love precuts.

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  18. QuiltjaneAugust 19, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Judi, your quilting inspires me to go to my machine everyday and practice, practice, practice. You are the queen of freehand

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  19. MelindaAugust 19, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Seriously beautiful quilt! She is an artist!

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  20. Vroomans' QuiltsAugust 19, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    What a beautiful quilt - by maker and quilter - wonderful marrage!! I love the curve setting around the blocks and the curved piano key setting of the border is something I would like to try. Absolutely exquisite!!

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  21. Elaine AdairAugust 19, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Briliant and original and just plain fun!!! But also, a lot of extra work, hoever, certainly worth it!! No wonder yit was so much fun!

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  22. Elaine AdairAugust 19, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Julie (above) asked my question as well. I'm seeing black outline - what is that?

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  23. Sarah CraigAugust 19, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Wow, Judi, you took this quilt to an amazing level! I think my favorite part is that leaf with the curlicue detail!!

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  24. MichelleAugust 19, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Double WOW!!! I am in awe of your quilting... one day when I grow up to be a real quilter I want to be able to quilt just like you!!!

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  25. VickiAugust 19, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    your quilting is so great. I love the whole thing, it's so fun

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  26. WendyAugust 19, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Your quilting on this quilt is gorgeous! It just enhanced a beautiful quilt.....

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  27. BarbAugust 19, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Judi, that is an amazing quilt, both in applique, the sashing, your quilting...just amazing!!

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  28. Pam -August 19, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    This is the most awesome quilt I've seen in a long, long time. The choice of fabrics, the applique & your incredible quilting make for one beautiful work of art. Beyond words, really!

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  29. Donna S.August 19, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Omigoodness, that is just delish!!!

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  30. Mary on Lake PulaskiAugust 19, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    What a gorgeous quilt and quilting Judi!

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  31. reganAugust 19, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Your quilting on this is perfect! I love those ovals with the connecting lines....classy! And the swirls and straight line borders are beautiful! I was looking at the close ups.....did she embroider a black line around all the edges? It looks like hand embroidery, cuz the thread looks quite thick.....it sets off each piece of fabric so beautifully! I love the effect with the black and white to all the colors.....it's wonderful! Thanks for the peek!

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  32. LeeanneAugust 20, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Beautiful quilt and of course your quilting!I love how you used only the metallic thread, but because of the different styles of quilting and fabric colours it looks like such variety.The sliver works so well over all the colours. Did the quilt maker do a stem stitch in some places? It looks like black stem stitch.

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  33. Kim with a KAugust 20, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    What a beautiful work of art!!!

    Love all the detail and how you mimicked the leaves etc.

    Great detail!

    I've never seen a quilt stitched this artistically before!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  34. rooeeAugust 20, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Just so beautiful in every way. Congrats to you both. Inspiring! :)

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  35. NedraAugust 20, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    You two make an amazing team. Her design is fabulous, and with your quilting, it's should win ribbons in a show.

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  36. Happy Frog QuiltingAugust 20, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    All I can say is, "Wow!" Just gorgeous--a show stopper for sure!!!

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  37. AnonymousAugust 20, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Simply beautiful. How long did it take for you to quilt it
    Luann

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  38. JennyAugust 20, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Just amazing!!

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  39. JanetAugust 20, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Your quilting sets this quilt off amazingly!!! Stunning!

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  40. DeniseAugust 20, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Just beautiful!!! (As always!)

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  41. IHaveANotion ~ Kelly JacksonAugust 20, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Judi your quilting is incredible....absolutely makes that quilt amazing. You have a gift girl....it is clear.

    Smiles,
    Kelly

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  42. BlessedAugust 20, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Judi another beautiful and stunning quilt. You are such a talented lady.

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  43. LynAugust 20, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Great patterns and colors in the fabric, and the quilting really complements it! Fantastic job!

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  44. BettyAugust 20, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    What a beautiful quilt. Love it.

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  45. JenniferAugust 21, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    The quilt is wonderful and your quilting is fantastic as usual. When you quilt, how do you start and stop? I don't see any thread tails hanging so wondered....

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  46. MonaquiltsAugust 22, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I would love to be able to take a long arm quilt class from you. I have a machine, but it is not utilized, kind of afraid of it, the quilt is beautiful!

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  47. stevesmithAugust 23, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    HI,
    Lovely pattern Really like the border..Thanks for sharing.

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  48. SparkyAugust 23, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    OMgoodness this is breathtaking you make me swoon

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  49. Gigi's ThimbleAugust 23, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Wow. I'm speachless. You are aMAZing Judi!

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  50. DeborahAugust 24, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    This quilt is breathtaking. Not only in the piecing, but your stunning quilting. You have a true gift. Beautiful!
    Deborah

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  51. JillyAugust 29, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    The borders and center flower points are marvelous. Beautiful quilt. I wonder how you used only the metallic thread, but because of the different styles of quilting and fabric colours it looks like such variety. The sliver works so well over all the colours.
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  52. PamSeptember 5, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    that is a darling quilt, and your quilting is just the icing on the cake! did you have any problems with the metallic thread? it really looks lovely on the black and white.

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  53. UnknownOctober 5, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    What a beautiful work of art--by both of you!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to comment here. I appreciate all of your sweet comments and I love to read them. Sadly, I don't always get back to everyone. If you have a specific question, please email me directly at judi (at) greenfairyquilts (dot) com