Primrose Path Top Finished

Well yesterdays, was a good day in the sewing studio.  I finished Primrose Path quilt top.  I left off with all the rows made, so I started by adding sewing all the rows together.  When you have all the rows together you will end up with 4 blocks across and 6 blocks down. 

Then is was time to sew on the borders, starting with the inner border, which was a cutting 6-strips at 2" and sewing them all the way around. 

The last border, 6-strips at 5 1/2" wide. The finished quilt top measures at 56" X 76".  All that is needed now is a nice pantograph quilting and binding.

Today, I think I will work on a few things in the sewing studio while starting to clean the studio. 

Have a Great Sewing and Quilting Day!

Live, Inspire and Create,

Tina

New Quilt Top Started!

Wow, some time the weekends go fast, wishing they were a little longer.  Today, I will be back in the studio, finishing a new quilt top I started on Friday.  This one is called Primrose Path, by Pat Steiner the pattern came from Cottonseed Glory in Annapolis, Maryland.  I bought this pattern last November as a kit on the Shop Hop bus tour.  

This pattern uses 12 different color of Fat Quarters to make a lap Size quilt top.  You cut the 18" x 22" piece of fat quarter into 10 pieces.  2- 8" x 8" pieces, 4-2" x 11" and 4 - 2" x 8".  In cutting this pattern,  I trimmed and squared up the two sides of the fat quarter after ironing it flat.  Then, I cut the fat quarter twice with out moving any of the pieces.  I stated by cutting 2 pieces of 8" x 22' out of the fat quarter.  With one of the pieces I cut 2 it into more pieces, 8" x 11" and 8" x 8", and set them aside.  The other piece, I cut into 2- 8" x 8" pieces, and then put them aside into a stack.  Then taking them 8" x 11" and the 8" x 8" you cut from the first stack you need to cut them into 2" strips.  I did my strips using my Accuquilt Go!  So much faster!.  Now you are ready to start assembling.

Starting with the 2" x 8" pieces sew them on the sides of the 8" x 8" square.  Using different fabrics on each side.  Then sew on the tops and bottoms using the matching fabrics that where used on both sides, so you will have used only 3 different fabrics.

Once you have all the sides on the blocks you will then cut the squares in half through the 2" x 8" sides. 

Then, matching up the half blocks up with another block and sew them together to make a new full block. Making sure to match all the seams together. 

Then you can start to assemble the rows.  Sewing 4 block across. 

Today, I will be finishing sewing the rows together, and adding the borders.  I can't what to see this quilt top finished.  Will Show the finish quilt top tomorrow.

Have a Great Sewing Day!

Live, Create and Inspire,

Tina

2013 Quilters Quest Day 2!

Day 2 of the 2013 Quilters Quest Shop was just as fun as Day 1.  The day started an hour earlier than yesterday.  Which meant I got to sleep in a little this morning, YEAH!  

The first stop for us all was in Annapolis, Maryland at Cottonseed Glory.  I have been there before and really like the shop.  Great Selection of patterns, and Kits.  Huge Collection of fabric in a small shop.

The bus then continued to Townson, Maryland to the Bears Paw Quilting were we greeted by the owner with a big welcome.  The store was clean and with lots of space to move around.  Lots of fabrics to choose from.  As we settled back on the bus, the own came out and thanked us for coming.

The next stop, the Seminole Sampler, which was a nice shop with a small selection to choose from, so we were not there that long.

The final stop was in Gathersburg, Maryland at Capital Quilts.  The shop has expanded since I was there last.  They have a whole new section, which means a whole extra room of great fabrics.  I love it this was my favorite store of the day that we had to travel long distance for.

We finished  the quest back at Material Girls, were we received our Quest Tote, and Pizza dinner.

The last couple days was great fun!  I met new quilters that became friends.  I really hoping that Material Girls will be doing this again next year. 

Tina

2013 Quilters Quest Day 2!

Day 2 of the 2013 Quilters Quest Shop was just as fun as Day 1.  The day started an hour earlier than yesterday.  Which meant I got to sleep in a little this morning, YEAH!  

The first stop for us all was in Annapolis, Maryland at Cottonseed Glory.  I have been there before and really like the shop.  Great Selection of patterns, and Kits.  Huge Collection of fabric in a small shop.

The bus then continued to Townson, Maryland to the Bears Paw Quilting were we greeted by the owner with a big welcome.  The store was clean and with lots of space to move around.  Lots of fabrics to choose from.  As we settled back on the bus, the own came out and thanked us for coming.

The next stop, the Seminole Sampler, which was a nice shop with a small selection to choose from, so we were not there that long.

The final stop was in Gathersburg, Maryland at Capital Quilts.  The shop has expanded since I was there last.  They have a whole new section, which means a whole extra room of great fabrics.  I love it this was my favorite store of the day that we had to travel long distance for.

We finished  the quest back at Material Girls, were we received our Quest Tote, and Pizza dinner.

The last couple days was great fun!  I met new quilters that became friends.  I really hoping that Material Girls will be doing this again next year. 

Tina

Enjoying the Day!

Yesterday, was a nice day outside to enjoy the day with my husband.  We decide in the middle of last week to go up to Annapolis and spend the day.  We have been meanimg to get up there to get new running shoes. Also I have been wanting to hit a quilt shop in that area, plus I wanted to see "The Hobbit", so off we went.  It was a really nice day to be out and about!

The first stop was Fleet Feet Running.  I really like that store, they will spend the time with you, to make sure the shoe will match the type or running, or activity our are doing.  They will bring out 3-4 different shoes, let you try them on and walk and even take them out for a nice running in the parking lot.  I found shoes that fit and they are very comfortable.  Now to put in 300 miles or more into them.

Image from there website!

Next, is was to find the Quilt Shop,  it was easy to find the street, but finding the store made it a more of a Challenge.  We found the area, so we parted a couple blocks away, then we walked down to the block were it should be, and finally found the sign.  The store was in the back, yeah, we found it! Cottonseed Glory Quilt Shop, is a nice little shop with lots, and lots of fabric.  They have your traditional fabrics, reproductions, florals, flannels, and so much more in fabrics.  They also have a good selection of patterns, with many of them are based off the Baltimore Album Pattern.  They also carry batting and notions.  In addition they sell Bernina Sewing Machine and HandiQuilter.  I will defiantly go back to that shop when I go looking for fabric, they were very friendly, helpful and have a great selection. 

Then It was off to the Annapolis Mall for a small lunch and to see The Hobbit.  We decided to see the 3D version, and we were glad we did.  The movie was great, the cinematography was much better than the Lord of the Ring Series.  I'm looking forward to next year when the next part comes out.

After the movie, we headed down the road to the a Mexican restaurant, On the Border, and had a nice dinner.  Then home, where I finished putting on a new set of practice material and panto on the longarm so I can practice some today and tomorrow.

Today, I have a few errands to run, for quilting supplies and planning to get the some sewing done today.  Hoping to get started cutting fabric for the new quilt design, also.

Well have a good Sunday,

Tina

Enjoying the Day!

Yesterday, was a nice day outside to enjoy the day with my husband.  We decide in the middle of last week to go up to Annapolis and spend the day.  We have been meanimg to get up there to get new running shoes. Also I have been wanting to hit a quilt shop in that area, plus I wanted to see "The Hobbit", so off we went.  It was a really nice day to be out and about!

The first stop was Fleet Feet Running.  I really like that store, they will spend the time with you, to make sure the shoe will match the type or running, or activity our are doing.  They will bring out 3-4 different shoes, let you try them on and walk and even take them out for a nice running in the parking lot.  I found shoes that fit and they are very comfortable.  Now to put in 300 miles or more into them.

Image from there website!

Next, is was to find the Quilt Shop,  it was easy to find the street, but finding the store made it a more of a Challenge.  We found the area, so we parted a couple blocks away, then we walked down to the block were it should be, and finally found the sign.  The store was in the back, yeah, we found it! Cottonseed Glory Quilt Shop, is a nice little shop with lots, and lots of fabric.  They have your traditional fabrics, reproductions, florals, flannels, and so much more in fabrics.  They also have a good selection of patterns, with many of them are based off the Baltimore Album Pattern.  They also carry batting and notions.  In addition they sell Bernina Sewing Machine and HandiQuilter.  I will defiantly go back to that shop when I go looking for fabric, they were very friendly, helpful and have a great selection. 

Then It was off to the Annapolis Mall for a small lunch and to see The Hobbit.  We decided to see the 3D version, and we were glad we did.  The movie was great, the cinematography was much better than the Lord of the Ring Series.  I'm looking forward to next year when the next part comes out.

After the movie, we headed down the road to the a Mexican restaurant, On the Border, and had a nice dinner.  Then home, where I finished putting on a new set of practice material and panto on the longarm so I can practice some today and tomorrow.

Today, I have a few errands to run, for quilting supplies and planning to get the some sewing done today.  Hoping to get started cutting fabric for the new quilt design, also.

Well have a good Sunday,

Tina