I've completed my top, but it will be some months before I can hand quilt it. It's too hot for hand quilting here at the moment. Summer is in full swing.
When I do get to hand quilt it, I'll be using these beautiful Aurifil threads. This is Aurifil 12wt and it's what I intend to use on this quilt.
I'm pleased that I managed to stick with the original colours I picked out for this quilt.
It's been a learning experience making this quilt. I learnt a lot of quilting tips and tricks along the way, but I also learnt that making a mystery quilt during November and December probably isn't for me . Next year I will just sit back and watch what everyone else does, and download the pattern after the event if I really like the quilt.
Thank you Bonnie for designing this pattern and running the mystery quilt programme. I'm interested to see how everyone else's quilts look now. You can view many more on Bonnie's final link up post here.
I love the way you set your blocks, but especially your border fabric, fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI am sure Bonnie will be glad to see your version. I love the tree of life border fabric how appropriate. I have never used Aurifil 12wt but I have heard so many great things that I must order some. Looking forward to how you will quilt this when the day comes.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting the top completed. It looks great! I always just sit back and download all the instructions of Bonnie's mystery quilt. I am now in the process of making GF because I really like this one. ;^)
ReplyDeleteWendy... I love your finished flimsy!! And the threads you plan to use on it... the striped ending is very attractive! I have too long a list to participate myself as well and would rather print off the patterns I like after the reveal.. I am just not into doing mysteries yet but love the reveal for everyone else.. esp when ... like you did there are a few who do their own thing with the pieces made :D Totally lovely thanks for sharing your wonderful border finish here too <3
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It's gorgeous! Congratulations! Love that perfect border fabric!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty - yes BH loves to challenge quilters at the wrong time. Best to see if one likes the quilt before making it! I like to know where I am going!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Wendy, I follow you on Instagram, too. You always have something interesting going on. I really like your version. You are always one to shake things up!
ReplyDeleteLooking great Wendy. Great border fabric.
ReplyDeleteI also did Bonnie Hunters mystery. It will be another month before it is quilted. I chose specific colours, a wedding quilt for my grand daughter. So blue/green, bright pink, purple, lime green and neutrals.
ReplyDeleteI like the way you changed the design to make it your own. Quilting when it's hot isn't fun. Happy Stitching!
ReplyDeleteI like to see creative ways of assembling mystery quilts. I think your end result looks terrific.
ReplyDeleteNovember and December are a little busy with the silly season, so I am really impressed that you finished this. The lovely vibrancy of the fabrics you chose really shows in the close-up photos.
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