Friday, March 2, 2012

TGIFF March Hosting







Well. I've suffered from machine issues, personal life problems, and quilter's ADHD. After bailing out last month and throwing TGIFF to the 'mazing MissyMac, I'm baaaaa-aaack!


This is not a 'real' finish in my book. It's a top finish, but that's it.I don't have a problem finishing tops. I have a problem getting further... I kinda lose interest at quilting stage and off I go on the next project. So I like my TGIFF finishes to be ACTUAL final quilt finishes, because that is where I'm challenged. But as M-R says, every finish deserves a party, so here's the pre-party. :) 


This is from an alphabet panel I bought on a whim a few years ago. I love the pictures and it's very bright and cheerful.  It is my second effort at improv wonky log cabin. I love how free that makes you but being able to use so many colours was a bit of a nightmare. I like things to MATCH. I used heaps of my scraps in making this.


Wind conspired to make photography difficult so I had to enlist a helper and a few rocks.






TGIFF as you know is a roaming hosty party. As we've been booked out for months, we haven't really advertised that. But it's coming up for time when there will be some gaps, so contact us if you'd like to host!  Or if you have a finish, link away!


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14 comments:

  1. Carin@UllhärvanMarch 2, 2012 at 1:04 AM

    That top looks amazing! I agree with you tahat the tops are the easy bit of a quilt. I think it's hard to get further.

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  2. Cindy SharpMarch 2, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    Oh I so understand about the difficulties of making things wonky. I develope a nervous tick each time I try.

    You top is adorable!

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  3. M-R CharbonneauMarch 2, 2012 at 4:02 AM

    That top is adorable, Laura. I know you don't like scrappy but you did a great job with this one. Love that crossword fabric!

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  4. Katy CameronMarch 2, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    ROFL, love the look on the helper's face!

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  5. Alecia @ ChickenScratch NYMarch 2, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    I love that panel!

    And your helper is a lot more helpful than my helpers! I'm very jealous

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  6. LynetteMarch 2, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    Awww! What a cute helper! You've got her well trained. ;D And the quilt top is adorable.

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  7. Crossed YarnsMarch 2, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Love your quilt! Look like Debbie Mumm fabrics...

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  8. Kristy QPMarch 2, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Great quilt Laura! Loving your little helper - so cute!

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  9. Kit LangMarch 2, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    Lovely top!

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  10. The ThompsonsMarch 2, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    I LOVE that quilt top! I'm with you on the whole finishing thing. I'm thrilled when the top is done and then drag my feet for the rest - it's the quilting I always want to put off. And- Your little pup is probably the best paper weight I've ever seen.

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  11. Lucy | Charm About YouMarch 3, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    Glad you're back :)
    Great finish! Looks like a lot of work. Love the wonky and the fantastic pictures, so cute!
    How will you be quilting it?

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  12. Live a Colorful LifeMarch 3, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    The alphabet is very cute. So are the blocks!

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  13. HeatherMarch 3, 2012 at 6:32 AM

    LOVE the top! And your little helper is just too cute. :o)

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  14. NicMarch 13, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Looks great and Lainey's doing a great job :)

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