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Saturday, September 10, 2011

It's An Odd Process.....this

When in doubt, sometimes I just start quilting. It's an odd process this QAYG thing. The quilt almost grows organically....taking on a life of it's own.


 Thanks to everyone's wonderful advice, I thought would just keep going. Every swatch, does not a quilt make....and that's just fine. I relaxed as soon as I realized I had just made a few swatches and if some get used great and If some don't, that's fine too.


It almost seems backward to start quilting so early on in the project.....but something almost, magical seems to happen, when the  quilting starts.
It's almost as if the quilt takes on a life of it's own.

Quilting in smaller pieces lets the quilter have so much more control. I also ended putting this piece, on a different side of the quilt, than planned....I love leaving some things to  chance.



I'm happier with it, than I was the other day....I'll see where it takes me next.
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14 comments:

  1. NickySeptember 10, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Absolutely fabulous! Love those colours - they speak of autumn to me. The quilting is so detailed - much easier I guess with QAYG!

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  2. Dan RSeptember 10, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Fantastic quilting. I love how it sometimes echoes, sometimes riffs on the piecing.

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  3. Mary KeaslerSeptember 10, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    By Jove! Me thinks you've got IT

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  4. Esch House QuiltsSeptember 10, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Love the quilting! I also really like the light background - makes the darker pieces look airy - almost as if they are floating.

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  5. AnnieSeptember 10, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I think your process works fabulous for you. This is looking so cool!

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  6. SheilaSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    I just love those colours.

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  7. JanethSeptember 10, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    I am just loving this piece so far... the curves, the colors, and I agree with Dan, the quilting! Love!

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  8. Sandra KayeSeptember 10, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Looking Fantastic Marianne :):) I love to watch your quilts grow. Hugs -- Sandie Hey, I would love it if you would join my quiltie swap. Come check it out. :):):)

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  9. DebbieSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I really like it! Can't wait to see it finished!

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  10. MerranSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Loving it. By the way what is the light thingy on the side of your machine? Is it part of the machine or something you have added?

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  11. Little Island QuiltingSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    I find it fascinating watching you fly by the seat of pants creative process. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. UnknownSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    I love the way this is going, it's great to trust your instincts isn't it

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  13. ChrisSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Love the improvisations - the purple, green and orange are so cool.
    All the best - Chris

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  14. Quilt InspirationSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    We love your work and are glad we discovered your blog. Keep going - your quilts are wonderful !

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Thanks again for all your wonderful comments
Marianne