Tuesday, April 11, 2006

Two Finishes

A quilt shop I used to go to had a theory that each quilt had three finishes: 1) finished top 2) finished quilting 3) finished quilt. Going by that theory I've done two finishes. Last night I finished the quilting on Space 4 Rent and today I sewed and sewed and finished the top for Terms of Endearment.

There are a couple of spots that stand out a bit much, but they'll be toned down by the quilting - undoubtedly gonna be fans. I'm thrilled that the border looks as good as it does. I managed to cut one of the border strips a 1/2" too short and another one was wonky as well. But I made it thru by the skin of my teeth. Now I just wish I had several more yards of this fabric to make something else with.

I had a little "help" today:


It's almost 6pm and I haven't made dinner yet. Gotta go and be good. Later.

16 comments:

  1. It's excellent! Really, really like it. I think maybe you are the too close to it?? Because I don't see anything jumping out! I love all the colors and the movement, especially the piece right beside SweetPea. That piece is so pretty. It's perfect! *VBG* Way to go!

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  2. It is wonderful, the border fabric went perfectly with it. You are soooo talented, I am still waiting on that book!
    I can't wait to see Space for Rent!

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  3. And it's so nice to have help pressing that seam flat there... (bottom picture) lol

    Such beautiful blue eyes!

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  4. Anonymous2:09 PM

    This top looks great! I, too, often use the narrow dark inner border to set off the center block section. It worked nicely here.

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  5. Anonymous3:41 PM

    I love it, Ton! And look at the blue eyes on that cat.

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  6. yup...it's certifable as gorgeous! And has that kitty stamp of approval. Looks really great..I love the piano keys in there. Good job Ton!

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  7. It turned out perfect, Tonya. You have a way with color. Beautiful!

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  8. Ahhhhh yessss!!! That border is gorgeous! I love it with that quilt! It turned out so great!

    Wait till I have time to show you what I got in the mail for my birthday (back in Feb) last night!

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  9. came out great...what color quilting thread(s) are you planning for it? love the kitty help :-)

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  10. the border fabric looks amazing, Tonya and I love those piano keys. You've been busy!

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  11. Tonya

    That is fantastic! and the quilt is good too LOL.

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  12. This turned out beautifully. It was fun to read how you worked at it, also. I too just stare for long periods of time, but not with such good results!

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  13. I really like it. It's a really cheerful piece.

    By the way, if no one else noticed, your link to be*mused has an extra http:// in there.

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  14. Makes me want to get finished with my drabby even sooner, now. You tease, you!
    Love it!

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  15. WOW!!! I slo love this quilt! That border fabric is perfect!

    Bonnie

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  16. Anonymous12:30 AM

    This turned out brilliantly! Love the colours, love the words - great quilt :-)

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