After 7 years of stitching, my "Journey of a Quilter" is finally finished! It was a long journey and I loved every stitch!
The pattern is by Leanne Beasley with some slight liberties taken along the way in changing some of the stitching.
The finished size of the quilt is 50" square. The piecing of all those little scraps was done by machine, and the embroidery and quilting was done by hand.
I am delighted that this quilt is finished, but also admit to feeling somewhat sad. As my son used to say "it's a happy sad". This quilt has travelled a lot of miles with me over the last 7 years - to the lake, to the farm, to parks to camp, and to the hospital. I will miss hauling it around with me everywhere I go just in case I have some time for hand stitching. It was kind of like my security blanket at times. I guess I'll need to get another quilt prepped so I'll have something else to drag around with me! I am linking up my finish at "Finish it up Friday" at Crazy Mom Quilts.
Congratulations! It is beautiful!!!! Now you have inspired me to make mine...the patterns have been very patiently waiting to be opened and used. Have a super day!
Congrats! A very beautiful quilt. Love the security blanket thinking. Hope you find another one to prep soon. Can't have you going anywhere without your security blanket!
It was indeed a journey. If you have to be sad...a happy sad is good! Relish the journey and enjoy remembering all the places this quilt went with you. And yes now get another project ready to go places!!!
So loving your finish Kathy! And here is to a new hand project that could last a few years! You must be overjoyed with this finish... hope you post it in it's new home Sunday or soon! Kathi
How appropriate that this "Journey" quilt has been with you on so many journeys. It does represent many memorable times in your life. Congrats on completing it--and doing it beautifully!
How beautiful your finish is!! I love the stitching, colour and over look of your quilt. A treasure for sure! It's amazing how they become an extension of us.
I love when you shared: This project will be missed as it has traveled many miles with me. THAT is exactly why I love hand stitching. THIS quilt is to wonderful....I've been so tempted to make one after seeing Tonya's and now yours!!!
I love when you shared: This project will be missed as it has traveled many miles with me. THAT is exactly why I love hand stitching. THIS quilt is to wonderful....I've been so tempted to make one after seeing Tonya's and now yours!!!
Kathy, I was hopping around your blog and see that you made Journey of a Quilter quilt. Would you possibly still have the pattern, and be willing to sell it to me?
The finished size of the quilt is 50" square. The piecing of all those little scraps was done by machine, and the embroidery and quilting was done by hand.
Your quilt looks fantastic. Well done to your finish. I'm sure it won't take long to find something else to continue on with..
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! Congratulations! :0)
ReplyDeleteWell done Kathy..it really is a fantastic finish!
ReplyDeleteyour quilt is beautiful, it has all been worthwhile though
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Congratulations! It is beautiful!!!! Now you have inspired me to make mine...the patterns have been very patiently waiting to be opened and used. Have a super day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! A very beautiful quilt. Love the security blanket thinking. Hope you find another one to prep soon. Can't have you going anywhere without your security blanket!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful finish! Oh the stories you can tell about this quilt!! Congrats on coming to the end of a wonderful journey :)
ReplyDeleteIt was indeed a journey. If you have to be sad...a happy sad is good! Relish the journey and enjoy remembering all the places this quilt went with you. And yes now get another project ready to go places!!!
ReplyDeleteit turned out great!
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy
ReplyDeletewonderful Job. I really have to make mine now!! I hope to hand quilt mine as well! Just beautiful!
Lovely quilt and quilting.
ReplyDeleteIt's stunning! Now you need to start another one.
ReplyDeleteThis quilt is soooo beautiful. It will always be full of memories for you. Enjoy the quilt.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on such a beautiful finish.
ReplyDeleteSo loving your finish Kathy! And here is to a new hand project that could last a few years! You must be overjoyed with this finish... hope you post it in it's new home Sunday or soon! Kathi
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! It's really beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful and wonderful finish ! :) :) :) Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteHow appropriate that this "Journey" quilt has been with you on so many journeys. It does represent many memorable times in your life.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on completing it--and doing it beautifully!
Congrats! It's absolutely lovely.:)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on finishing it. It is beautiful
ReplyDeleteCongratulations that is awesome..
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! It is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love it. It is an inspiration to me.
ReplyDeleteFirst congratulations on the finish. Your quilt is stunning!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You inspired me to start my own. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteit might have taken 7 years but well worth it, love the idea of embroidery on a quilt a real beuty
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! This quilt really expresses all the love and work that went into it!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your finish! That is a big accomplishment. :)
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt. I understand about the sad happy finish. I'm working on hexes and feeling the same about this project.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the finish! You deserve to be proud of your accomplishment ... your quilt is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat finish. Lots of memories in that quilt.
ReplyDeleteAn absolutely lovely quilt!! Beautiful stitching and quilting. I hope when you look at it, it will bring back wonderful memories!
ReplyDeleteA very good finish that you can be very proud of. Spring looking in color but good for any season.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your lovely finish!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. What a treasure!
ReplyDeleteMust be the week for big finishes...I completed a quilt I started 15 years ago!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on a great finish it is gorgeous!!
How beautiful your finish is!! I love the stitching, colour and over look of your quilt. A treasure for sure! It's amazing how they become an extension of us.
ReplyDeleteI love when you shared: This project will be missed as it has traveled many miles with me. THAT is exactly why I love hand stitching. THIS quilt is to wonderful....I've been so tempted to make one after seeing Tonya's and now yours!!!
ReplyDeleteI love when you shared: This project will be missed as it has traveled many miles with me. THAT is exactly why I love hand stitching. THIS quilt is to wonderful....I've been so tempted to make one after seeing Tonya's and now yours!!!
ReplyDeleteKathy, I was hopping around your blog and see that you made Journey of a Quilter quilt. Would you possibly still have the pattern, and be willing to sell it to me?
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