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Sunday, November 26, 2017

The Splash of Color QAL Top Is Done


I'm a little late with this post but as soon as my granddaughter and her parents left on Friday, I went downstairs to my sewing studio to finish my Splash of Color quilt top.  Seven days was way too long to be away from my sewing machine but like I have said before, Micah takes precedent over quilting.  While I was sewing this top, I, again, made another change and will add it to the story of the making of this quilt which I'll  post once I quilt the top and it is finally completed. I'm experiencing some indecision with the quilting and the backing now which means it's time to take a little break from this project and work on something else.

You can read about the Busy Hands Quilts' Splash of Color QAL here and finished quilt tops are to be posted starting Tuesday, November 28th.  Myra will be hosting a parade of quilt show for the finished quilts after Christmas, just in case some of the quilts will be Christmas gifts, starting on January 2nd.  Hopefully, I'll make up my mind soon about finishing my quilt because I don't want to miss the parade.

Linking Up with:  Myra of Busy Hands Quilts and Crazy Mom's Quilt Finish It Up Friday
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33 comments:

  1. LizNovember 26, 2017 at 12:05 PM

    I'm so in love with this quilt! It is absolutely gorgeous. The pops of color with the black & white, just so eye-catching.

    I can't wait to see the finished result!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:02 AM

      Thanks Liz. I'm thinking about how I want to quilt it, one day it's straight vertical lines then it goes back to wavy lines--maybe a combo. And then it's deciding on the backing. Decisions, Decisions.....

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  2. Jan @Cocoa QuiltsNovember 26, 2017 at 3:50 PM

    Rose, it is gorgeous. I'm loving the black sashing between. It really shows up the colors.

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:03 AM

      Thanks Jan! The black sashing is part of the story. Stay tuned!

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  3. ShannonNovember 26, 2017 at 4:57 PM

    I really like your color palette. Looking forward to seeing how you quilt it.

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:05 AM

      Thanks Shannon. I'm being the Waffle Queen on this quilt, can't make up my mind on straight line or wavy or maybe a combo. I decided to take a break from this quilt but I definitely want it finished for the parade.

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  4. The Joyful QuilterNovember 26, 2017 at 7:45 PM

    I'm all about a splash of color... LOVE it!!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:08 AM

      Thank You! This quilt definitely made a color splash and reduced my stash.

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  5. KathleenNovember 26, 2017 at 8:07 PM

    I love this. Just make a decision and quil it! I think we need to do another QAL together, that was fun when we did the last one. I do love this pattern. I am probably doing ChristaQuilts Squiggles QAL if you are interested. https://christaquilts.com/2017/10/13/squiggles-quilt-along-schedule-supply-list-preorder-your-kit/

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:14 AM

      Thanks Kathleen! We did have fun with the Freefall QAL (which you got me involved when you asked about the pattern on the Bee Blog) and I was thinking the same thing about doing another QAL. I already planned on doing the Squiggles QAL, maybe we can get the other Sisters to join us. I already have the Pat Sloan fabrics in my stash.

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  6. KathleenNovember 26, 2017 at 8:08 PM

    PS Nearly fell down the rabbit hole and ordered an Accuquilt. Looking to see Monday’s cyber deals..... My sewing room is in order (post this week) so I think I can justify it!!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:15 AM

      Let me know when you take the plunge! You won't regret it. I just did my annual Black Friday purchase with some new Sizzix dies.

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  7. piecefulwendyNovember 26, 2017 at 9:58 PM

    I love this quilt, Rose! So much happy color! My pineapple quilt is on hold while I try to make a decision on quilting it too. So I'll join you in working on something else while brewing thoughts on quilting!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:18 AM

      Thanks Wendy! This quilt is full of happy colors. I'm already working on another project which has a time commitment so it'll give me some time to decide. Hey, do you want to do a QAL with the Snob Sister and me?

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  8. LouiseNovember 27, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    Most excellent splash of color, Rose! Lots of movement in this design, too :)

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:22 AM

      Thanks Louise! It does have splash and dash and reduced my stash. I will be one happy quilter when this quilt is finally completed.

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  9. Vicki in MNNovember 27, 2017 at 9:58 AM

    I love everything about your splash of color quilt! I'll have to keep this one in mind for future making as I have thought about doing half rectangle blocks for a while now. Did you have a pattern for it, or just made it up?

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  10. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 27, 2017 at 11:28 AM

    Thanks Vicki! I had to chuckle about the pattern question--this was totally made up due to a series of unfortunate planning. I used my Sizzix die-Tesstelating Pinwheels (not half-rectangles) which was what I planned to make but changed my mind. There's a story about this quilt and will spill the beans once the quilt is finally finished. Let me know if you need more info on the die; the wonky half rectangle finished 6".

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  11. EmilyNovember 27, 2017 at 6:37 PM

    It's lovely! Such fabulous splashes of bright colors. I hope you enjoyed your time with Micah!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 28, 2017 at 11:00 AM

      Thanks Emily! I definitely enjoyed my time with Micah and the week went by just too fast.

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  12. Sandra WalkerNovember 27, 2017 at 7:26 PM

    Well geez Louise good thing I get your posts by email, because I still have half my blocks to MAKE yet...finished quilt tops? Yikes. I know she usually has her linky open for 10 days or so, so It'll be pedal to the metal once I get this e-zine quilt done. I love love your quilt rose! So striking. Can't wait to hear the story.

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 28, 2017 at 11:04 AM

      Thanks Sandra! I know you can finish the top in time, you possess good creative energy. I also have a project to finish before I can quilt Splash of Color, at least I finally made my decisions.

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  13. Nancy @ Grace and Peace QuiltingNovember 28, 2017 at 8:46 AM

    What a colorful, fun quilt!!! I just want to hug it!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 28, 2017 at 11:05 AM

      Thanks Nancy! I can't wait to quilt it now, it's going to be a play mat for Micah.

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  14. PreetiNovember 28, 2017 at 10:51 AM

    This is lovely, Rose. The fabrics, the colors and this layout - totally rocks. I have made quilts using this block but love your layout so much more than the usual whirligig.

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 28, 2017 at 11:10 AM

      Thanks Preeti! I originally planned to make pinwheels but it just was not "doing" it for me plus there were some other issues which made me come up with an alternative design. I can't wait to finally quilt it and put out the "story".

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  15. Danice GNovember 28, 2017 at 10:57 AM

    Yes, a very pretty quilt. Wonderful work you did on it :)

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 28, 2017 at 11:11 AM

      Thanks Danice! It will be wonderful once this quilt is finally finished.

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  16. SueNovember 29, 2017 at 8:47 PM

    I love this quilt Rose. You've got the proportion of black, white and colour just right!

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 30, 2017 at 12:10 AM

      Thanks Sue. This was a great way to use up the black and white stash. Sadly, though, I did use up a lot of my Crazy Mom stash and her fabric is no longer available. I really loved this collection.

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  17. Stitchin At HomeNovember 30, 2017 at 6:40 AM

    I love your top! Isn't it nice to have a beautiful top finished, the colours shine.

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    1. somethingrosemade14@blogspot.comNovember 30, 2017 at 11:05 PM

      Thank you Cindy! It is wonderful to have the top done and once I finish up some Christmas projects, I'll be ready to work on it again. It's going to be a playmat for my granddaughter who loves colors.

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  18. Kate @ Smiles From KateDecember 1, 2017 at 12:06 PM

    Really like this one, beautiful colour mix. Enjoy your little break from it and I'll look forward to hearing what inspiration you come up with.

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