The theme for the first month was baskets. I've been super busy with company, family and special events. Throw in a few bout of sickness and my sewing time has been very limited, but I so want to do this QAL. Soo... for this month I very loosely interpreted Gwen's liberating quilting and chose to do broderie perse for my basket. It just doesn't have a handle. I hope Gwen would approve that I used what I had (an old tablecloth) and a pair of scissors, some steam-a-seam, and a 12 1/2" square to make my center. Do go over to Lori's to see all the centers that have been revealed today. Next month's theme is childhood. I already have an idea - hope I can execute it more "Marston" this time.
I love your medallion and the broderie perse is a great idea !!
ReplyDeleteYour basket is so charming and looks like an antique basket..;) I love it...
ReplyDeleteVéronique
I really like your block! Love the tablecloth print!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful block with broderie perse, charming version.
ReplyDeleteYour use of the blue and white fabric is very nice. Such a pretty block.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea ; it's very pretty! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure Gwen would approve! Great idea to repurpose the tablecloth. Many a medallion quilt began with a chintz or broderie perse center back in the day.
ReplyDeleteTotally sweet block!!
ReplyDeleteSweet basket, this will be a fun QAL.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of using tablecloth print and broderie perse -- so clever!
ReplyDeleteI like your basket! I was tempted by this one, too, but I was very firm with myself! I'll enjoy watching you progress instead. No more bouts of sickness, ya hear me?
ReplyDeleteThis QAL looks perfect for you. Stay well.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! I love it.
ReplyDeleteGwen would surely approve! I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone does for the childhood round -- so many options.
ReplyDeleteliking the basket and that you chose to do this technique
ReplyDeleteNice Job. Now I have to wait for your interpretation of childhood.
ReplyDeleteKathleen Mary
https://kathysnest32.wordpress.com/
Lovely basket! Such a great idea using the table cloth and broderie perse!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty basket! Love you idea of using the tablecloth. It will be fun to watch you develop this into a medallion as the QAL goes on.
ReplyDeleteYour basket is beautiful. I've never tried broderie perse but I like the idea that you used it for this block. It's hard when we have other commitments that prevent us from sewing and quilting, isn't it? It's good you were able to create this block and participate. I'm looking forward to seeing your first border.
ReplyDelete--Nancy. (ndmessier @ aol.com, joyforgrace.blogspot.com)
It's been a while since I dropped in, I saw your block on the link up and loved it straight away and had to drop in to tell you. Cheers Glenda
ReplyDeleteBeautiful center for your quilt!
ReplyDeleteHi Angie, having a hard time remembering your email. I have ordered Gwen's book and thinking about playing the catchup game on this one. How long will it go on?
ReplyDeleteNanette doitrightquilter.wordpress.com fredericesneice@gmail.com