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Friday, February 25, 2011

more class prep, last 13 rows......

Here it is!  Final 13 rows pressed and sewn on, staystitching done around the entire top.  Now I can start looking for border fabric.  It is sideways on my design wall, 2 - 48" panels so the length right now is 96".  I didn't measure the width but it should be around 78".
This is my favorite part of the top, the busy prints.  I really like the Trip Around the World done with all busy prints, but for this one I wanted to use up some of my plainer fabrics too, a stash reduction necessity.

I'm also teaching how to make the bottle cozies and my journal covers at the class Saturday so I had to do a run through again to refresh my mind on the bottle cozy.

I knew earlier this week that my 600,000th visitor was going to read my blog this week, but I forgot about it yesterday because I went to a sister in law birthday lunch.  I checked last night and it happened while I was gone.  Thank you one and all for reading my blog and for taking time to email me or leave a comment.  You are my quilting family.
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38 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    The name of your blog says it all for me. I love the colors/prints that you use. Thanks for sharing.
    cindy

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  2. HollyMFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    It's very pretty. I can just imagine snuggling under that.

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  3. Gene BlackFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    I am loving your Trip Around the World quilt.
    I would love a tutorial on the bottle cozies.

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  4. MaryFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Thank you for being such a prolific and generous blogger. I look forward to seeing your projects every morning.

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  5. Vicki WFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    It's spectacular! I love that bottle cozy idea too.

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  6. JodiFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    This is with "plainer" fabrics??? Gorgeous! And what a "class" your students are getting, so many good things to learn in all in one! Again, I wish you were closer!

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  7. patty a.February 25, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    The quilt is stunning!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    I think the mix of busy fabrics and plainer ones is very effective. When all the prints are busy, you get more of a "blur" effect throughout. Nothing wrong with that, of course, but some jazz and some quiet makes it even more interesting to look at, imho.

    This is a beautiful quilt, Wanda. Brava.

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  9. Karen - Quilts...etc.February 25, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    gorgeous quilt - it looks lovey already without a border! you should do a tutorial on the bottle cozies, I need one of those :)
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  10. dianenFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    This Trip Around the World quilt is just beautiful. It's so striking! I liked it back when it was just a series of strips and I just love it now that it's all put together. Gorgeus!

    I had never seen a bottle cozy before. Pretty neat!

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  11. dianenFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    This Trip Around the World quilt is just beautiful. It's so striking! I liked it back when it was just a series of strips and I just love it now that it's all put together. Gorgeus!

    I had never seen a bottle cozy before. Pretty neat!

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  12. Eat Sleep QuiltFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Wanda, I admire your quilts and your stick-to-it-iveness in getting them done. I'd like to see a tut on the cozy too!

    Linda

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  13. jovaliquiltsFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Your quilt looks great, and I love that turquoise in it -- really pops! Congratulations on 600,000 visitors. Your wonderful work is the reason we come.

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  14. Cedar Ridge StudioFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Congradulations on 600,000 visitors. Your blog is a pleasure to read.
    Love the color and love the information. I need to make a bottle cozy.
    Great idea.
    Mary Ann

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  15. Flo @ Butterfly QuiltingFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    The colors in the quilt are beautiful. I love the bottle cozy too, very cute idea!
    Congratulations on your 600,000 visitors! I am fairly new to blogland, and excited that I have passed 1,000!!!!
    I enjoy your blog, and am learning so much from you, and others who generously share their expertise. Thank you!

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  16. MarieFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    The quilt is exquisite - I love the colors. Me too on the bottle cozy tutorial.

    Hugs - Marie

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  17. sally in st.paulFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Beautiful quilt- and I just read that the popular colors this year are blue, green, and neutrals- so you are on top of the color trend.

    Poor me- going on vacation for 10 days so I will miss my daily dose of your blog.

    Lucky me- they will all be waiting for me when I come home.
    sally in st. paul

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  18. Doreen K.February 25, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Your blog is so inspirational. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

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  19. BeckyFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Wow! I wish I could pick fabrics like you do. I so look forward to seeing pictures of your (and student's) work. I have to try to make one of these!

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  20. free indeedFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Your quilt looks fantastic! I love the color. Cute cozy as well. Wish I lived where I could attend classes...

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  21. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    The quilt is absolutely stunning!! I can envision it in so many different color palettes too! Terrific finish!!

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  22. Elaine/Muddling ThroughFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    No, we are the ones who thank you - for being so faithful in posting and for always having something beautiful and inspiring to show us!
    Reading blogs like yours (oh, wait - really aren't any like yours) give me fresh ideas and motivation to just do it. So Thank You Wanda for sharing your quilting life with me.

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  23. Connie Kresin CampbellFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Beautiful Trip Around the World! But all of your work is always beautiful! Love the water bottle cozie, did you use velcro on it? Hope a tutorial is coming.

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  24. hettyFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Absolutely breathtaking! I love it!

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  25. Linda E in NMFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Thank you for doing this blog - we all have to keep coming back to see what you're up to next!

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  26. QuiltdivajulieFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    THANK YOU for sharing yourself and your gorgeous work with us!

    A bottle cozy ... I need to make one of those for the nalgene water bottle I use at my office desk!

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  27. Donna~~February 25, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Gorgeous quilt! I can't believe how many quilts you make, Wanda--you are super productive! I get tired just reading your blog--well I was tired before reading too ;)
    And 600,000 visitors is remarkable!

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  28. Diane (Wi)February 25, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Love the quilt! It moves.You have no idea just how much you inspire all of us who check in with your blog everyday. Thank you.

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  29. CathiFebruary 25, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I love your quilt -- it absolutely glows! And s we get more winter weather and snow, the green is such a welcome sight!

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  30. The Sewing and Knitting LoftFebruary 25, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Your quilt is so beautiful! I would never attempt anything like that as I know my eyes would cross trying to put all of that together. LOL The bottle cozy is more my speed, it looks really nice. :)

    Barb

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  31. PatFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    I love the colors that you are using in this quilt. It is beautiful.

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    TAW is just stunning. Seems I am always using that descriptive word when leaving you a comment. But it truly is another treasure for sure.

    And thanks for showing the bottle cozy, I am going to make one this afternoon !

    J~MT

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  33. SueFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    This is a cute bottle cozy. I like everything you make. :) I'm becoming more brave with my quilting because of your great teaching and sharing. Thanks

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  34. Miki WillaFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    The quilt is beautiful. I am thinking of trying this technique on something smaller. Your work is very inspirational.
    I love the bottle cozy. I have to try and make some of these.

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  35. Jacque.February 26, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    I keep looking at the quilt...it is so totally awesome! Love the bottle cozy, too...what a great idea! Will you be making a tutorial for it? Please?

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  36. AmaliaFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I'm flattered when you say your family are part of quilting.
    Thanks!

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  37. LeslieFebruary 27, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    I enjoy being part of your quilting family. Even though I have to catch up on your blog every few days, I read everything I missed. And it's always a joy. Thank you for continuing to share your beautiful work with us!

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  38. Gari in ALMarch 2, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Love your cozies. I didn't get to read you while I was in Orlando and look what you do while I am gone. ;-)

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