Wednesday, July 7, 2010

My Very First Quilt ---The Beginning : :

I've shared my love for the quilting fabric I have chosen here, have written about my big plans before, and I have decided that I am ready to give it a go and finally begin work on my first ever quilt. I have sketched up a plan of sorts and by the look of it, I am thinking if I start now I may have it finished this year - I'm actually shooting for October, but I'm not putting that pressure on myself.


This project for me is going to be different than any other. I want to have a good solid plan, which I never have and to take my time, which I never do. I do not expect or want this quilt to come together quickly - which means I am going to have to be patient and move slowly. After all --- "patience is passion tamed" --- or something like that?...


Each Wednesday my hope is to share my quilts progression and I would love to hear about your first quilting experiences, to get some feedback, and/or any advice you can offer throughout it's completion...pretty please!


I hope everyone is staying cool! ~ Maureen

20 comments:

Jenn said...

I love the bouquet of the cotton perle dmc! :D

Danielle said...

Good Luck! I learned to do simple quilting back in middle school and loved it, I can't wait to see how it looks!

ana said...

love the colors and can't wait to see your progress. :D

livjewellery said...

I love to see projects in progess, whether it's a quilt, piece of jewellery or any craft project. I will stay tuned!

Victoria said...

That fabric looks very pretty! I like the pink one with flowers. :) I've never quilted, but I am the same about not taking my time or planning... which is why I'm not allowed to paint our walls anymore, because I can't even bother to put down drop sheets! :)

Stephanie/pandacub said...

What a fun idea! I can't wait to see the evolution of your quilt!

Tara Breanne (Tarapparel) said...

Oh how exciting. Good luck with the quilt, I can't wait to see your progress!

owlsomegifts said...

can't wait to see the progress!

robin said...

i have been thinking of making a quilt from all my childhood t-shirts.


good luck!

Yun said...

I just made my first quilt too! Its tons of fun, keep us updated =)

Yun said...

I just made my first quit too! Its tons of fun, keep us updated =)

lisaroyhandbags said...

How exciting! I've made a few quilted wall hangings but have never tackled an entire quilt. But seeing your fabric stash is making me giddy! : )

Moonangelnay on Etsy said...

wow they look lovely! good luck with your project :D

baisimu said...

you have a beautiful selection of fabric! i can't wait to see the final product :)

My Life Under the Bus said...

I can't wait to see. I have a ton of fabric hanging over my head but like you I am terrible at following directions and always want to do my own thing ! I am so afraid of ruining the stuff that it just stays bundled up in the craft room : (. You go girl !

Additionsstyle said...

I have never quilted before, but the fabric is beautiful. I can't wait to see how it all comes together.

Zhenne said...

Hi Maureen, I'm happy to have discovered your delightful blog via etsy just now! I've looked at many of the pages and will have to come back again to look at more...and to see how your quilt shapes up - the fabric prints and embroidery threads you have chosen are wonderful together. Happy crafting and best regards, zhenne

ThreadBeaur said...

I love the fabric, and the colors you have picked. Can't wait to see what you come up with. Your pictures are just lovely.

Susana said...

Lovely blog, I adore these fabrics!

maureencracknell said...

Thanks for the well wishes! I am not sure why I am so nervous about making this quilt, I am usually not like this about anything (well, except driving, which I just don't do. ) I just want it to be a success that's all. Thanks again! : )