Friday, September 24, 2010

Books, DVD, Double Dutch, Quilt Show


I'm including a photo of 2 books by Pat Speth, using Charm Packs (5 inch squares) but the patterns can also be made traditionally with yardage. The books caught my eye, when I was feeling particularly weak, but I DO enjoy fondling my quilt books. But, what really caught my eye on the cover was "260 border blocks" and WOW (below) does she go all out with simple yet do-able units!!!
Next, I investigated a site called www.ninepatchmedia.com, to check out a quilting DVD. There are several new DVDs from well-known quilters and some included a 6 minute YouTube that might entice you. Even if you only look, it's entertaining.

I pushed my mouse button for Jackie Robinson's Slash and Stash -- I also looked at another DVD, but it was coupled with a lot of EQ, which I seldom use.

This Quiltville Mystery quilt top (Double Dutch) was made over a year ago,and I decided it's TIME to get finished! I have the backing, cotton batting and tomorrow is the sandwiching day! While scribbling today, I accidentally learned how to fake a Baptist Fan kind of quilting design. For the longest time, the pattern eluded my brain.

I made a hurried trip to my LQS waaaay out in the country, taking my camera in case I saw wildlife and this is what I saw at her shop! They were having their own Quilt Show to Celebrate 35 years of business.

7 comments:

  1. How fun! I went to a quilt show today too. Your Double Delight is beautiful.

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  2. What a delightful surprise!

    Lynn

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  3. Oh baby! I've got to get those books! You have to finish DD - It is wonderful!

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  4. Neat books. How about sharing your Baptist fan doodles? I need a variation (I think) to quilt that Japanese cherry tree and any ideas would be so welcome!

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  5. Well heck....just may need these ones!!! I'm always glad you include links...thanks girlie!!

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  6. I really love quilt books too..so much inspiration! That quilt show is inspiring too. Bonnie's quilt...I am still binding mine. Can't wait to see how you will quilt it!

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  7. Oh, that book with 260 border blocks is now firmly placed on my b-day wishlist ;o) Thanks for the tip!

    Love your version of the DD quilt!

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