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Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Repeat - the QAL


Wow!

Thank you ALL
for your sweet words.
I almost turned off the comments for that last post.
But, now, I'm so glad I didn't!
Your loving kindnesses have been so healing!
I am truly blessed.


I have been participating
in Elm Street Quilts'
Repeat - the QAL.




I chose a scrappy approach
and had lots of fun.
I saved paper piecing the letters
until after I cleaned up from supper...
....it was a calorie free dessert!

It is now in the queue
to be machine quilted and I'm so excited!
I've already freed up some space above my sewing area
to hang it in all it's glory.

I'd like to send out a big thank you to Patty  for hosting this fun QAL.
I know it was a lot of work putting it together and keeping it going.

By the way, the entire paper pieced alphabet
is available for purchase in Patty's Craftsy shop!
I know I'll be incorporating them in future projects.

I am linking up to
Elm Street Quilts Let's Party!
Stop by and see all the different Repeat - QALs
that are being posted!

Enjoy your day!
And thanks, again, for all your support.

~karen

30 comments:

Just Ramblin' said...

What a fun project! I love the scrappy look. It is so bright and cheerful! Can't wait to see how you quilt it. Nola

The Joyful Quilter said...

LOVE, Love, love your scrappy version!!!

Roy Norris said...

Hi Karen, I have only just returned from Vacation and was sadden to read and hear of your loss, my sincere condolences to you and your family at this time.

Fiona said...

friends around the world can lift one up so much... Its great. I love the words quilt and it's going to be perfect in your sewing space.
Hugz

Ellen said...

That is a such cute little quilt!

Sondra said...

That is an excellent Repeat Quilt! Love the colors you chose!

Maria said...

Lovely to have caring friends around the world...
Love your colourful Alphabet wall hanging, will look great in your sewing space..

Sheila said...

You did a fantastic job on this quilt , a real fun quilt with a perfect message 😊

hetty said...

What a fun project! I love the scrappiness. It will look amazing in your sewing area.

Anonymous said...

Hi Karen yes its great to know that you have the support of friends,wow your quilt is amazing my friend,well done xx

Renee said...

What a great use for scraps! Like a memory quilt AND a dedication to future quilts.

QuilterinMotion said...

Thanks for visiting my blog Karen. (Quilterinmotion.net) I really love the color choices you made for the words and I thoroughly agree with your blog post. It was fun and I will be using the alphabet in future plans.

Happy quilting!
Marsha

Allie-oops Designs said...

The quilting and blogging community is amazing - so supportive. I love your new quilt so much, can't wait to see it hanging!!

Lin said...

Such fun and it will be perfect above your sewing space. xx

Patty said...

Karen, your repeat quilt came out so wonderful! I'm glad you'll be hanging it up in your quilting space! Thanks for being part of the QAL!

Teresa in Music City said...

It turned out so beautiful Karen!!! Love the fun scrappy look - right up my alley :*)
I'll be making one of my own hopefully late August - I can't wait!

Needled Mom said...

I just love your scrappy version of this darling quilt.

Heidi said...

looks like this was a treat to make, and some fun eye-candy. So glad you are feeling the virtual hugs:)

Raewyn said...

Karen, I'm sorry I missed your last post and am sorry to hear about your Dad...please accept my belated condolences. Your Embrace quilt is beautiful, how wonderful you could use your sewing and quilting to help you through a difficult time. This quilt top is wonderful too. hugs.

Anonymous said...

I love your multicolored version! I fully intended to do this, had a great plan for may hallway wall ... and never got started. =P

Lesley said...

Fabulous quilt! Perfect choice of colours!

Afton Warrick said...

The scrappy method totally worked. It looks great.

blockMquilts said...

Oh this is just brilliant, love it!!!

Abby and Stephanie said...

Love the "rainbow" scrappiness. Really great colors!

Julia D @ Jada's Quilting Adventures said...

Beautiful! I may have to purchase those paper piecing letters. Would be great to have on hand! I may be able to stop by and visit if you're still around in the fall. I love the scrappy look! Great way to use all those wonderful scraps we keep ;)

Kate @ Smiles From Kate said...

I love your use of colour Karen, you have a great eye. Do you have any plans for it when it's finished? It would make a great wallhanging.
Smiles
Kate

sunny said...

What a great little quilt! This is my mantra since retiring.

Carrie P. said...

Love it.

Dan Kelly said...

What a fun quilt! Really well done.

I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing, Karen. You're exactly right - channeling the passion and creativity into something positive is a great means toward healing. You're in my thoughts...

JanineMarie said...

Don't you just love paper pieced letters?! I love this design, and wish I had seen those patterns when I was working on the quilt top I just made. I had missed reading the post about your father. I am so sorry. I do hope you will be sustained by your memories.