On December 22 I finished piecing the backing, basted the quilt on the apartment floor, and began quilting the star in the ditch, from the center out. Once the star was done, I began working on the Hawaiian blocks. At first I stitched around the applique using navy thread. It was hard to see against the navy background. I didn't take out my work, but decided to switch to a regular blue thread, The applique quilting was done in white but it is not easy to see the quilted details
Today, I finished quilting the first narrow blue border.
The next task will be to select a quilt design for the border of five-inch blocks.
I am thinking of doing the second blue border with the same design as the first, only using the blue thread instead of white.
It's nice to have a cozy quilt to work under, but my fingers are very sore working through the many seams in the backing.
Sore fingers are not fun - but the quilt is GORGEOUS!! I LOVE it!! - ;))
ReplyDeleteThe fabrics are beautiful, and the quilting is perfect for cold days, Do you use a thimble or a rubber finger guard? The idea of following the same design is lovely.
ReplyDeleteThis is fabulous! A great project for cold winter days.
ReplyDeleteIt is an absolutely awesome quilt!
ReplyDeleteIt’s good to hear from you, and your work is stupendous as usual. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI should think your eyes were tired as well x Well done x
ReplyDeleteMy sympathies, but it is looking good!
ReplyDeleteYour quilting is looking lovely. My goodness, I would imagine the quilting is hard on the eyes but oh so worth it when you get to the finish. Truly, this quilt is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYour hand quilting is lovely. The blues are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHope your fingers hold up.
Oh, but it is so beautiful and will be such a masterpiece!
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