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    My Sample Quilt

    I test the BOM patterns and instructions. Not having a kit this year, I used my own fabrics, of which there is a sinful amount. There are probably 80 or more fabrics here.
    In early December I will have an Introduction/Fabric Selection blog to show my process.
    For now, here is my version.
    Barbara Black
    Huntsville AL
    https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
    "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson

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    [QUOTE=Barbara Black;n889208]I test the BOM patterns and instructions. Not having a kit this year, I used my own fabrics, of which there is a sinful amount. There are probably 80 or more fabrics here.
    In early December I will have an Introduction/Fabric Selection blog to show my process.
    For now, here is my version.[/QUOTE]

    Barbara, Your quilt is stunning. The colors could not be more perfect.I really like how you made the vases all
    in the darker colors and I get a gem stone color feel when I look at it. Lookin for to you Dec. fabric selection blog. I can't wait.
    Bet you have a great time making that one. HelenW
    Last edited by Helen W.; 11-18-2021, 06:46 AM.

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    • Barbara B. commented
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      The fabric pull was fun! So many old favorites were included along with some new brights.

    #3
    Couldn't help myself to start :-)
    Last edited by Suzanne C.; 11-18-2021, 11:39 AM.
    Suzanne Chickite

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      #4
      Went to my local quilt shop for Small Business Saturday. They have a lovely line of very bright reproduction type fabrics. I couldn't resist. Although I'll probably add to it as I go along, I've got a start toward this one, including a lovely white on white with tiny flowers for the background.
      Ellen Lindow
      Plant City, FL

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      • Marti O. commented
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        Ellen, that’s what I plan on using. I have a stash of 1930’s repros from several years ago. I plan on using those plus adding to as necessary.

      #5
      Barbara your quilt is breathtaking. Can't wait to try it.
      Dotti F
      North Port FL/West Warwick RI

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        #6
        I have my binder ready, I have ordered some background fabrics and pulled lots of scraps and FQs from my stash

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          #7
          Barbara, is there any substitute for print and fuse lite? I can’t find it here in England?

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          • elizabeth p. commented
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            You might try Apliquick [url]https://apliquick.com/?lang=en[/url] It is very similar.

          #8
          [QUOTE=Suller;n889448]Barbara, is there any substitute for print and fuse lite? I can’t find it here in England?[/QUOTE]

          Another product I have used that is very similar is C&T Wash Away Applique Sheets. That might be available at quilt shops.
          Barbara Black
          Huntsville AL
          https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
          "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson

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          • elaine s. commented
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            thank you, I can get these here in the UK no problem
            Last edited by elaine s.; 12-03-2021, 11:47 AM.

          #9
          Barbara, Love the 2022 BOM you made with your fabric. I don't like most the of the fabrics in the kit but your quilt has inspired me to rethink my thoughts about not making it. The fabric in the quilt kit makes the designs harder to see and makes the quilt too busy. I do prefer needle turn applique over piecing (except paper piecing which would be a toss up) and this is a good chance to do applique.
          Carol M

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          • Helen W. commented
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            Carol M, I think the too busy feature of the quilt is a lot of its charm. If you want your garden to be more traditional, just look to Baltimore Album type colorings. A uniform background in a light color or
            one of my favorite (black) just makes the colors POP. I plan to use jewel tone colors and have not
            yet decided on a background. I posted my jumping off fabrics from my Enchanted Garden on the
            fabrics section. There will be so many variations of color palettes, I can hardly wait. HelenW

          #10
          I just love your choice of fabrics. Looking forward to this BOM.

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            #11
            [QUOTE=Carol0507;n889466]Barbara, Love the 2022 BOM you made with your fabric. I don't like most the of the fabrics in the kit but your quilt has inspired me to rethink my thoughts about not making it. The fabric in the quilt kit makes the designs harder to see and makes the quilt too busy. I do prefer needle turn applique over piecing (except paper piecing which would be a toss up) and this is a good chance to do applique.[/QUOTE]

            Carol, I agree the Australian look uses busier prints than I am used to. Using my own fabrics makes it my own. My blog tomorrow will show my process for picking my fabrics.

            during the year I will offer “Optional Alternative Techniques “ for those who want faster methods. Including two paper pieced borders instead of appliqué.

            please join the fun.
            Barbara Black
            Huntsville AL
            https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
            "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson

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              #12
              [QUOTE=Suller;n889448]Barbara, is there any substitute for print and fuse lite? I can’t find it here in England?[/QUOTE]

              Elaine, another product Irene mentioned to me is Polyfuse. I have never tried it but she has. Google polyfuse for appliqué to find it.
              Last edited by Barbara B.; 12-04-2021, 08:10 AM.
              Barbara Black
              Huntsville AL
              https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
              "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson

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                #13
                Barbara, This is the first kit that I have ordered from The Quilt Show.

                I read the introductory information where washing and drying the fabrics for colour bleed and shrinkage is recommended and that fabric has been allowed for this. After this step, is there enough of the background fabrics to cut the block pieces larger to allow for shrinkage that happens when hand appliquéing? I usually allow 1” extra to the background piece to be able to square the block.

                Machine washing and drying is suggested. Is this what you would do?

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                  #14
                  [QUOTE=owasyleczko;n889483]Barbara, This is the first kit that I have ordered from The Quilt Show.

                  I read the introductory information where washing and drying the fabrics for colour bleed and shrinkage is recommended and that fabric has been allowed for this. After this step, is there enough of the background fabrics to cut the block pieces larger to allow for shrinkage that happens when hand appliquéing? I usually allow 1” extra to the background piece to be able to square the block.

                  Machine washing and drying is suggested. Is this what you would do? [/QUOTE]

                  When I pre-wash, I do use the washer and dryer. Express wash, about 30 minutes, with a Color Catcher sheet in the wash. I use a warm dryer and don't let them get bone dry. I fold them from the dryer and press when ready to use.

                  Yes, all the backgrounds are cut larger than the finished size--the instructions tell us exactly how large to cut each background and what size to trim them down to when the applique is complete.
                  Barbara Black
                  Huntsville AL
                  https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com
                  "I am a part of all that I have met." A. Lord Tennyson

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                    #15
                    [QUOTE=Barbara Black;n889512]

                    When I pre-wash, I do use the washer and dryer. Express wash, about 30 minutes, with a Color Catcher sheet in the wash. I use a warm dryer and don't let them get bone dry. I fold them from the dryer and press when ready to use.

                    Yes, all the backgrounds are cut larger than the finished size--the instructions tell us exactly how large to cut each background and what size to trim them down to when the applique is complete.
                    [/QUOTE]
                    Thank you Barbara.

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