It’s been a good few days (or more) since I’ve blogged, basically because I’ve been head down, backside up working away at this VERY overdue quilt…….who would have guessed the quilting would take longer than the actually process of putting the quilt together? This time, I tried spray basting the layers in the sandwich together lightly before pinning (as was suggested in one of the Craftsy videos) and it’s made a real difference…much easier to quilt as the layers don’t shift.
So I’m nearly there’…. I’ve finished crosshatching each of the coloured blocks and quilting each of the 41 large beige blocks….
and each of the 41 small beige blocks…
and I’ve even got one of the three borders done too….
and seeing as it’s a 10 inch border, I’ve mirror-imaged the quilting design….more hearts and squiggles (well, it is a wedding quilt!!) After watching quite a few of my Craftsy online quilt lessons, I saw a great idea for FMQ so I thought I’d try it…..and it worked a treat! Picked up some of this non-slip matting for $1 at the local ‘cheap’ shop and cut two squares out and voila…instant grip for quilting…..so much easier than gloves!
made it a dream to quilt….so much easier. That and my frixion pen for marking my design……makes quilting a treat…..not as stressful as it used to be! I know that some people hate them, but in our tropical weather, we don’t have the problem of the markings returning in extreme cold (unless we stick the quilts in the freezer) so once they’ve gone, they’ve gone!
Well, the recipients are back from their honeymoon but it will be a week or so before they get their gift…..I’m close but not close enough, as hubby and I are going on a road trip tomorrow for a few days….we’re off to Mt Isa. We’ll be visiting all the fossil sites and stopping off at the little antique shops along the way, just to see another part of the beautiful world around us. I’ll aim to post some quick blogposts of our travels along the way. In the meantime, I have to pack…it’s an early start tomorrow so I’d better get a wriggle on. Sugary hugs xox :o)
So I’m nearly there’…. I’ve finished crosshatching each of the coloured blocks and quilting each of the 41 large beige blocks…. 
and each of the 41 small beige blocks… 
and I’ve even got one of the three borders done too…. 
and seeing as it’s a 10 inch border, I’ve mirror-imaged the quilting design….more hearts and squiggles (well, it is a wedding quilt!!) After watching quite a few of my Craftsy online quilt lessons, I saw a great idea for FMQ so I thought I’d try it…..and it worked a treat! Picked up some of this non-slip matting for $1 at the local ‘cheap’ shop and cut two squares out and voila…instant grip for quilting…..so much easier than gloves! 
made it a dream to quilt….so much easier. That and my frixion pen for marking my design……makes quilting a treat…..not as stressful as it used to be! I know that some people hate them, but in our tropical weather, we don’t have the problem of the markings returning in extreme cold (unless we stick the quilts in the freezer) so once they’ve gone, they’ve gone! 
Well, the recipients are back from their honeymoon but it will be a week or so before they get their gift…..I’m close but not close enough, as hubby and I are going on a road trip tomorrow for a few days….we’re off to Mt Isa. We’ll be visiting all the fossil sites and stopping off at the little antique shops along the way, just to see another part of the beautiful world around us. I’ll aim to post some quick blogposts of our travels along the way. In the meantime, I have to pack…it’s an early start tomorrow so I’d better get a wriggle on. Sugary hugs xox :o) 
Looking good.
ReplyDeleteDid you use a template to trace the patterns in the blocks
love your quilt and safe travels my friend.xx
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is coming along nicely, thanks for sharing some of your tips.
ReplyDeleteWell done on all your hard work. Say hi to "the Isa" for me! Safe travels xx
ReplyDeleteGreat quilting and good tips..
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip with hubby.
Gorgeous quilt. It will be worth the wait. Wishing you a safe trip, enjoy the shopping.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs
I'm so glad to see you are advocating the use of the shelf liner. I've been using it for over ten years--so much faster and so much more comfortable.
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is looking great and I love the idea of using the rubber matting - I have never felt the urge to try gloves but this I will, thank you. Bon voyage! xx
ReplyDeleteA true labour of 'love'....perfect example of married life. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love spray baste. Brilliant stuff!
Such a beautiful quilt and quilting.
ReplyDeleteQuilt looks lovely, I'm sure they will love it.
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is looking great, Wendy. That's a great idea with the non-slip matting. Have a safe trip.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing well - the quilting does seem to take longer than the piecing doesnt it. I dont like the gloves and have found those rubber matting squares a great alternative. Have a lovely trip to Mt Isa.
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is looking wonderful, Wendy; I love the quilted motif on the beige ...looks great! Have a lovely trip xx
ReplyDeleteFantastic idea using the grip stuff instead of gloves. I shy away from machine quilting and have tried it but without great success. Maybe the no glove approach will help. Your quilt is looking great. Well done!
ReplyDeleteLots of tips Wendy, thank you, your quilting looks awesone..
ReplyDeleteGreat tips - thanks for sharing ..
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of the non slip grip. Much cheaper than gloves and much more accessible for me. I shall remember to try it next time I'm fmq. Thanks for the tip.
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