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| Bee Haven Maven |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 03:58:56 AM
 I took a step into the world of applique and have started a new quilt for our farm.....each block will represent some part of the farm. I posted pictures on my sewing blog. Any ideas for other blocks?? This quilt will be 4 blocks high and 5 blocks wide and bordered all around with the fabric shown beneath it. I am thinking of using it on our wall. I already have a goat, horse straberry and blueberry block planned, but need more ideas.
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 1:44:15 PM
Yes I am working on getting them up on a topic- check back in a few minutes-K?
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Originally posted by Leezard
Autumn, do you have a picture of your family history quilt that you could post? I would love to see it!
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Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
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| Maryjane Lee |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 1:35:53 PM
Oh Bev, I LOVE your quilt blocks! Extremely beautiful work! The background fabric is so pretty to. Have fun quilting my friend! xo
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
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| Bee Haven Maven |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 11:00:09 AM
Oh, you guys have great ideas.....well, I will definitely have to try the Newfie, the tractor, the cabin, the apron....and some flowers to represent my other gardens(non-veggie) Oohhhh peacocks...now that should be a challenge. Thanks for the ideas....keep em coming...sometimes it is hard to think of everything...I knew you would help me!!
Mima.....you are welcome! Just wanted you to know that I think of you often...even though I don't see you that much here on MJF!
I made a trip to my favorite quilt store for fabric....bought a few great quarter yards with lots of texture so.....I am ready to start some more blocks~ Yippeee!!!!!!
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| electricdunce |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 10:27:10 AM
What great blocks, this is going to be one spectacular quilt! I can hardly wait to see the next installment. Karin
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| Tina Michelle |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 10:12:45 AM
honey..you forgot the bees..ha. and goats..your little goats don't forget them... and guinea hens too..and weren't you getting peacocks?
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| nashbabe |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 09:58:18 AM
Tractor? Special car or motorcycle? How about a "crafting" square or specifically an "apron" square? Or a "Poetry" square? Or something about the state or city where you live?
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| mima |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 09:35:04 AM
BEV!!!!!!!YOU ARE A SEWING GODDESS!!! you never cease to amaze me! Is there anything you can't do? I'm not worthy,I'm not worthy....(Waynes World!) Anyway Thank you soooo much for the darling card and quilt patch! Love them!! They are both on my fridge! I've been meaning to Thank you!! This week I'm only working 30 hours so I feel like I'm on vacation! I heard you have a Bday this month.....hmmm...HUGS! Love ya Sista!
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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 09:32:35 AM
Ok, if I would have LOOKED instead of just reading, I would have seen that "duh, Jonni" she's already got Bees! That said, I second the Newfie and I'm thinking that you should do one of your house, itself, or make one that represents the two families that work the farm--you and your husband and in-laws. Maybe 2 houses with a heart and plow or something like that....goofy sounding right now, but that's the direction I'm headed
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
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| Leezard |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 09:26:28 AM
Autumn, do you have a picture of your family history quilt that you could post? I would love to see it!
http://ruby--slippers.blogspot.com/
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| nitere |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 06:51:16 AM
this is such a great idea. and what a keepsake it will be!
farmgirl sister #37
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| Nancy Gartenman |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 06:44:53 AM
Something blowing on a clothesline
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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 06:03:49 AM
BEES!!!! and a Honey pot, and a flower that the bees love :)
Of COURSE you knew I'd say bees :)
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 06:03:27 AM
Hey Bev-
I did a family history quilt for our family.
I hand embroidered special "hallmark" times that our family passes on by oral history when the quilt is out. Yes we use it- but mostly during a special homecoming for one of the kids or something like that.
In the middle is a huge oak tree with 5 large branch sections where I embroider each marriage and then each child born. Another never ending job.
You will love applique- I know I do. I have a lot to learn but I am really enjoying learning it!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
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Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Farmtopia |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 05:59:42 AM
Hi Beverly..I agree with Elizabeth on the dog (Big Newfoundland) idea :) How about an apron, a needle and thread (yes, a sewing project that features images of sewing)...since you seem to do alot of sewing projects...and maybe a flower of some sort? I don't know if your garden includes flowers, but it's just a thought :)
Good luck! Sounds like a great project!
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| Leezard |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 05:23:44 AM
What a cool idea! Good for you for taking on something new :)
What about a dog, a heart to represent family (I noticed that appears to be something very important to you), a barn or a cabin like that a-frame house on your property. Have fun with your quilt!
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