Wednesday, February 22, 2012

WIP Wednesday

Today I am attending a workshop with our quilt guild , I'm the person who doesn't like Paper piecing and here I am signed up to take this class but the project is so pretty I just couldn't resist and the pieces are fairly big so PP them should not be a problem .
Here is the pattern , it is designed by Karen Neary of Nova Scotia , a very talented designer . These are the fabrics I have chosen for the project ,sure hope they look ok .
 We had templates to cut our fabrics so we would be ready for the class , there is apparently a lot of work to this so hopefully this will save a ton of time .
 I am also doing some of the handwork on the Melody's BOM , I enjoy doing this in the evenings when watching TV . I have Shell's BOM all prepared and ready to stitch too so I have plenty to keep me busy these days.I also have cut more leaves for the SAHRR , just was not happy with my leaves and found some of the fabric I used for the center oak leaves, so  am ready now to get started with that applique .
 Rather poor lighting , you can't tell from this photo but my sheep are plaid , a girls got to have a little fun ;-)
 I am linking up with the Needle and Thread network ,why not check out to see what others are up to this week. Thanks for stopping by , hope you enjoy your day I am sure I will.
 hugs Sheila
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24 comments:

  1. BronwynBFebruary 22, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    I love your fabrics Sheila. I think I have that top one but haven't used it yet. I can't wait to see your finished project, it really is lovely. What a clever girl is Karen Neary.

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  2. FionaFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    That's an adventurous one to make with PPiecing.... looks great and I think your fabrics are perfect.... I have only got as far as cutting the motives for the felt BOMS... and I also have plaid sheep!!
    Hugz

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  3. LindaFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Your fabrics will work perfectly Sheila. I made this Karen pattern and I enjoyed it very much.

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  4. sunnyFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    I'm not a huge fan of paper piecing, but will sometimes do it, and you've chosen a beautiful project. Sounds like you have a very busy sewing room.

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  5. Riel NasonFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Good luck! That looks like quite a challenge but it should turn out gorgeous!

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  6. elleFebruary 22, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    That'll be a keeper when it is done.

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  7. PattiFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Amazing pattern, and your fabric is perfect! Have fun!

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  8. In stitches and seamsFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    your fabric choices look like you'll have a great piece when you are finished. I think you will enjoy the pp as you will be learning with others and that always makes a difference.Have fun today.
    in stitches

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  9. Susan J BarkerFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    I know how you feel about foundation piecing! It has to be a mighty special pattern to take up the challenge... I love your choice of fabrics for the project.

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  10. What Comes Next?February 22, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    it is a very pretty pattern, and your fabrics look perfect. Have fun at the workshop

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  11. Michelle in SaskatoonFebruary 22, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Hope you have a great time at the workshop- the fabrics look really nice. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your wool applique!

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  12. Marjorie's Busy CornerFebruary 22, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Oh cute sheep Sheila.....love them. I can't wait to see the class piece when finished...

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  13. JeanetteFebruary 22, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    The fabrics look great. Can't wait to see it all pieced together. Hugs,

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  14. Mary Ann TateFebruary 22, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    The fabrics you have chosen look perfect...have fun:)

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  15. BetsyFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Your paper piecing project is going to be fabulous

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  16. Linda February 23, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    That looks like a gorgeous project. I'm not a huge fan of PP either so I'm going to enjoy your progress!!

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  17. marinaFebruary 23, 2012 at 2:30 AM

    gorgeous new project will look forward to seeing that coming together. It does look fiddly and complicated.
    Enjoy.

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  18. ReginaFebruary 23, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    I love your appliqué project, hope someday to be able to see the sheep a bit better. I've been known to drive my then young kids up the wall with quirky fabric choices.....

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  19. Judy February 23, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    I love the fabrics that you've chosen and I bet they'll look great. Who knows, maybe this class will change your mind about paper piecing?

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  20. MelodyFebruary 24, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    I'm thrilled you are making my BOM. Thank you so much.

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  21. Connie Kresin CampbellFebruary 24, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    Have fun today Sheila and I can't wait to see your work!

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  22. WendyFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:51 AM

    Your new project looks beautiful and your penny rug is looking great. I have just been working on mine tonight.

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  23. NimaFebruary 25, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    wow...gorgeous pattern...ican't wait to see the finished project...i'm sure you will enjoy making it

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  24. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    wow, this is a real beauty, I do understand why you couldn´t resist.
    Wish you much fun in the class, I lookinf forwar to see your orient beauty, the fabrics are perfect.
    Liebe Grüße
    Bente

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