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Sunday, February 12, 2017

One Monthly Goal & Churn Dash Quilt

I don't purposely set easy goals to complete but again I've finished my One Monthly Goal way before the end of the month. You just never know how long a project is going to take.
The circles have replaced the embroidery, the blocks have been squared to size and the center is complete! I am very excited.

 When I return home from Arizona, I'll start prepping the borders. I had planned to make the vine be straight. I guess the reason I thought that way was because, even though the original border is zig-zag, the vine was straight. 

 Lynne Stucke left a kind comment saying "May I very quietly suggest you rethink straight vines on the borders? That would create quite a bit of straight and box-like empty space in a visually full, curvy quilt. Of course, you could always fill it with beautiful hand quilting . . . But, maybe a curved vine (as opposed to the zig-zag) might be more visually pleasing to you? Just a thought. The changes you've already made are absolutely fantastic, so who do I think I am to make any (though well-meant) suggestions???"

 What a wonderful idea. I've been visualizing this all week and I won't have the stick flower in the corner. So, as of now, I'm going to have a lovely vine. Thanks for the suggestion Lynne.
I haven't forgotten about my blue churn-dash quilt; the quilt has been marked. I'm going to be using a wool batt. The batt has been removed from the packaging and unfolded. I lightly spritzed it with water to help it relax. A week on the bed should soften the kinks. Quilting will commence when I return home.

 I'm leaving Monday, February 13th for a fun filled week visiting our daughter and son-in-law in warm sunny Arizona. She has some special activities planned. Actually, just experiencing 7 consecutive days of sunshine will be exciting. I will return home the following Monday. Until my next post, Happy Stitching!

 Linking to - Finished or Not Friday,  Kathy's Slow Sunday Stitching, Quilting is More Fun than Housework, Love Laugh Quilt, One Monthly Goal
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14 comments:

  1. KarenFebruary 12, 2017 at 7:19 AM

    I look forward to seeing what the vine looks like once you get a border stitched or maybe even partially stitched.

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  2. Karen - Quilts...etc.February 12, 2017 at 7:46 AM

    have fun and look forward to seeing what you decide to do for the border, personally I like zig zag but not the stick flowers that had been shown in the corners :) we all have our preferences! have a good vacation and I'm sure you will give some thought to the borders

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  3. The Cozy QuilterFebruary 12, 2017 at 8:08 AM

    The curvy vines will frame your blocks beautifully! Have a wonderful week in the warm sunshine!

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  4. Kathy S.February 12, 2017 at 8:51 AM

    Every time I see your Album quilt I just say OMG! I JUST love it!!! Beautiful. I'm not helping in your decision. YOUR ideas are GORGEOUS! I know you will pick the right one.

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  5. Quilter KathyFebruary 12, 2017 at 10:43 AM

    You have accomplished so much already this month... way to go!

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  6. LIttle Penguin QuiltsFebruary 12, 2017 at 2:03 PM

    Your applique quilt is so amazing! I have never tackled a project like that, but you make me want to. Enjoy the Arizona sunshine!

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  7. KajaFebruary 13, 2017 at 4:17 AM

    There's nothing wrong with setting achievable goals! Your quilt is amazing and I like the sound of a curvy applique vine very much. Have a great week in the sun.

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  8. SueFebruary 13, 2017 at 12:40 PM

    I think Lynne's idea is perfect. Have a great holiday.

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  9. Chopin - A Passionate QuilterFebruary 13, 2017 at 3:44 PM

    How nice of Lynne to make a suggestion. I always welcome another quilter's ideas. I agree that the vine needs to be curvy then you can add a flower, etc in the open spaces! I bet you will be visualizing this border all week - enjoy your trip. Your Pastor quilt is beautiful!

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  10. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowFebruary 14, 2017 at 6:19 PM

    Oh no wonder you are exited / I will be interested to see what you do with the border in the end :) Enjoy your sunny week :)

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  11. BizarreQuilterFebruary 18, 2017 at 1:59 AM

    oh my goodness! this looks amazing! congratulations on all of your work

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  12. krislovesfabricFebruary 22, 2017 at 7:55 AM

    Wow, this looks beautiful!

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  13. Linda M @ Pieceful KingdomFebruary 22, 2017 at 11:21 AM

    Wonderful quilt! Congratulations on the finish.

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  14. Patty February 26, 2017 at 9:38 AM

    Gorgeous! Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and congrats on your finish.

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