Friday 5 January 2018

Morning Glory: My Fabrics

 
My fabric selection for Morning Glory arrived in the week before Christmas which was perfect timing, although I didn't have time to unwrap and take a proper look at it until just this week, things have been so hectic. First of all, I'm relieved. Sometimes when you buy fabrics online it can be disappointing to see them in real life, but with this selection, that hasn't been a problem. They're gorgeous. The range I selected is called 'Crystal Farm' by Editar Sitar. I don't know why, but this range just spoke to me the moment I saw it and I knew it was destined for Morning Glory.

I love it when that instant connection with a fabric happens because I am so notoriously indecisive over fabrics. It just felt right and after my bad choices last year, this time around I'm following my gut feeling. Of course it wouldn't be 'me' if I didn't fiddle around a bit and in these pics I'm playing around with different greens and pinks to check the contrast levels.

I'm really in love with some Di Ford Hall pinks and greens from my stash that I thought would pick up against the blue beautifully so they're in the mix too. All the Crystal Farm fabrics are gorgeous but working on a navy blue does mean I had to check and double check and play around ..before opting for my first choice after all. You know, the same old story..
I picked the blue background over a year ago. I was in a fabric shop with my DD when I fell in love with this shade of blue. These pics don't do the shade justice, it's really beautiful without being too dark and the minute I saw it, I knew I had to buy the bolt. My DD tried to wrestle it from my arms, reminding me that I promised I wouldn't be buying fabrics except when allocated to a specific project. But you know what? Rules are made for breaking and this is one rule I'm so glad I did break. I had no idea why but I knew it would come in handy at some point. And that point is now.

The blue is 'Textured Solids in Indigo' by Andover. 
These pics don't do the range justice, I don't know what is going on with my lighting. But I just wanted to show you what I'd purchased. You'll be seeing a lot more of it in the months to come. I can't wait to make a start. 

How are you getting on with your fabric shopping?

This post relates to my BOM 'Morning Glory'


'Morning Glory' is one of my current paid BOMs for 2018. This year I'm celebrating 10 years of blogging and BOMs, so to celebrate I'm having a BOM party. What does that mean? It means that for the price of 1 x BOM, you get access to all 3 x BOMs I've released plus additional projects throughout the year. It's my biggest adventure ever and you're invited to join me. It's my way of saying thank you for your friendship and support. You can join anytime. Pay once and play all year.

Click on my BOM Birdy to learn more :) 

Wednesday 3 January 2018

WOW: Playing With Swatches

WOW = WIPs On Wednesdays
Today I've been shopping online for some fabrics to top up my stash for my 2018 projects. I've already purchased my Morning Glory pallette along with some extra jelly rolls for scraps. Looking through my roll now, I notice a floral dark teal background fabric that I've kind of fallen in love with. And I'm thinking I might even bring up another quilt design just to find an excuse to use it.

But right now, it's all about the current three BOMs. I'm keen to make a start..

What's Your WOW?


Tuesday 2 January 2018

Let's Talk Applique Tips, Techniques & How To

Here are some links to get you started with your applique. You'll notice that these posts relate to various quilts I've made and by reading through them, you'll pick up techniques and ideas to help you decide on which technique works for you.

Happy Applique-ing !


You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!
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Monday 1 January 2018

BOM 2018: Morning Glory Is Launched

'Morning Glory'
Elegantly modern, this design is rooted in tradition. 
It's a perfect balance of applique and piecing. 
Finished Size 72 x 72 inches 

The central applique is full of symbolic beauty—an evergreen vine, fruiting berries, blooming flower heads and birdsong. This wonderful applique sets the tone for the blocks to come. The first zigzag border frames the evergreen vine with an up and down motion of light and shade before meeting the four corner curve blocks which represent doorways, passages and seasons.

Surrounded by classic star, log cabin and rail blocks, these blocks take on extra significance within the design: a morning star, a good foundation and lines to represent moving wind.

The corner Dresdens represent rays of sunshine and the semi circle blocks of the border represent the circle of life, continuing in pattern. The namesake, Morning Glory block is placed at four on point positions around the quilt, trumpeting towards the central applique.

Whether your own Morning Glory captures the beauty of a dawn about to break (with a dark background like mine) or whether you opt for a light background or a bright background, this quilt is sure to shine. Enjoy each month and take pleasure in the installments, this is one very special quilt which will be perfect as a either a bed quilt or wall hanging.

The quilt is released as a Block of the Month pattern, 11 installments over 10 months, Jan—October 2018. Parts 10 & 11 will be released together for your convenience at the end of year.
Remember, this mixed applique and pieced quilt is suitable for raw edge, turn edge and fusible techniques.
I cant wait to see how you envision your own Morning Glory and hope you’ll share pics of your progress and work over in my BOM Group. See you there!

Welcome 2018: Let's Start These BOMs!


It's a wonderful day for starting out on a marvelous adventure. Let the creativity begin! I had this crazy idea to spend all year celebrating 10 years of blogging with one huge BOM party and today it's become a reality. Yep, my head is all in a spin. I can't wait to stuck in.. and the best bit? This is just the beginning! The year ahead is going to be packed full of fun and surprises with extra exclusive projects for everyone taking part in my BOM 2018. Phew!

Today, Love Always, Morning Glory and Daisy Blue have been been released and Part 1 is available for each of these BOMs. Go and collect your file download over in the Members Only Login Area.

I'll be sharing more posts during the week, so stay tuned. I know it's hard, but please take a moment to read through the Quilt Introductions before beginning. I'll be showing off my fabrics tomorrow, so check back then.
I got so many emails asking me if it would be possible to make a 'mini' version of Love Always that I caved in and created one just for those of you who want to make this beauty - but don't want it so large. So now you're spoiled for choice. A large one or a small one? It's up to you! 



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