Friday, October 19, 2012

Another Finish!

My version of Red Brolly's Wish quilt is officially a flimsy and is on it's way to my friend Alice in Ontario to be machine quilted.
  
I made several changes to the original design and if I liked it before, I L-O-V-E it now!  As you can see, Ollie is bored with the whole thing.  Quilt - schmilt.  He told me that if it doesn't involve food then he's not interested.

 Alice is also quilting my Comfort & Joy quilt which should be on her frame in the next couple of days.

This year I'll have two quilts to display during the holidays!

Whenever I finish working on a project, I usually go through a winding down period.  The other day when I was going through a cupboard that I seldom use, I came across a bag with socks that I started knitting while I was in treatment earlier this year.  I guess I lost interest when I returned home and had forgotten all about them.

I promised Mr. Painted Quilt that I'd finish them before the really cold weather sets in, so that's what I'm working on now.  If I put my hands and mind to it, I should have the second one finished in the next couple of days.

 A perfect winding down project before the start of my next one!
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55 comments:

  1. LesleyOctober 19, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    I adore your Wishes quilt and I adore Comfort and Joy! Your house will be so festive and full of warmth when these finished quilts arrive at your door. Your fabric choices for both quilts and your excellent piecing, appliqué, and redwork have made both quilts outstanding. Well done! Now relax with those socks!

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  2. Darlene DOctober 19, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    It looks great, I can't wait for show and tell for these ones!

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  3. ElyteOctober 19, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Beautiful work Kaaren . While you are finishing those socks will you be deciding what to make next or have you already decided?

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  4. JoanOctober 19, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Beautiful quilts! I'll be waiting for your Christmas home tour. Have a good weekend!

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  5. Abby and StephanieOctober 19, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    Your work is lovely and you work so efficiently...starting what you finish. I admire that.

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  6. DebOctober 19, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    Awesome finishes Kaaren! they are wonderful and will look lovely in your new home.
    I think knitting only gets you in trouble cause I always start thinking of the next project

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  7. PollyOctober 19, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    Oh, what wonderful quilt tops! Good job you!! Give Ollie a big hug for me!!

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  8. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsOctober 19, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Kaaren -- just love the projects! The Red Brolly colors are beautiful -- and Comfort and Joy -- love all the crows and pretty applique there! Can't wait to see them finished.

    Hugs,
    Karen

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  9. The Pied PedlarOctober 19, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    What lovely quilt's I like the red one best.

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  10. tink's momOctober 19, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Your work is wonderful. Both quilts will look lovely in your home for the holidays. I can't believe Ollie just hanging out and not stomping on or sniffing at your quilt. Great picture of them both. Socks are a great mindless way to wind down and thinking time for what's next on the drawing board.

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  11. City KraftersOctober 19, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Your Wishes quilt is a pure. Delight.

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  12. Fischtown LadyOctober 19, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Both tops are beautiful! And the time for warm socks comes faster than you think. ;-)
    Greeting, Marita

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  13. KateOctober 19, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Your quilts are lovely, Kaaren. Lucky Mr PQ that you can make his own warm sock.

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  14. MaxineOctober 19, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Knitting socks just does something for the soul.

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  15. Me and My StitchesOctober 19, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    I love both of your quilts - red is my favorite, but I love the darker, primitive style of the other one. It's good to see that Ollie is watching over you while you work!

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  16. Donna~~October 19, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    I'm impressed by anyone who can knit socks! (And make lovely quilts--both are great!)

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  17. AngieOctober 19, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Both of those quilts are awesome---you do really really nice work (and QUICK). :)

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  18. DarleneOctober 19, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Another beautiful completion, Kaaren. Love it!

    I'd forgotten that you also knit - perfect winding down project.

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  19. Lee Prairie DesignsOctober 19, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Beautiful work, Kaaren!!! Looking forward to your Christmas home tour :) Carolyn

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  20. gracieOctober 19, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Love the quilts. You sparked a memory... I have a pair of socks (one complete, the other half!) in my knitting bag...

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  21. andsewonOctober 19, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Wonderful quilts! Look forward to seeing them displayed in your pretty home! I adore hand knitted or crochet socks! I just have to beg others to make for me as I do not do either. Now I can whip some warm comfy 'boots' out on my sewing machine!;-)
    Hugs,
    Lola

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  22. Janet O.October 19, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Your home will be so festive. They are such cute quilts.

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  23. MariaOctober 19, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    Both your Christmas quilts are lovely.
    Makes me wish we had a cold Christmas instead of a hot one so I could make nice holiday quilts to use...
    I am sure you will complete MrPs socks in time for winter.

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  24. carlaOctober 19, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Hi!!! Both of your finishes are wonderfully beautiful!!!

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  25. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    preciosas tus colchas , como todo lo que haces .saludos

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  26. WoolenSailsOctober 19, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    It is amazing, all of the quilts that you do and finish. I haven't even made one block from the red brolly BOM's.

    Debbie

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  27. DebOctober 19, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Both your quilts are wonderful!! That is great that you will have two to display this year!

    I get like you when I finish a project - try to focus on something new. Knitting has been calling to me strong and hard, but I have to finish what I'm working on first. Sock would be a good place to start though.

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  28. BevOctober 19, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Your quilts are awesome! Thanks for sharing!

    xo

    Bev

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  29. CristinaOctober 19, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    Kareen i tuoi quilt sono meravigliosi...
    e i tuoi calzini sembrano morbidi e caldi..perfetti per il freddo che ci aspetta..
    un grande abbraccio
    cri

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  30. ria vogelzangOctober 19, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Lovely quilts! And so nice to see Ollie in his basket.... ;))
    Enjoy knitting those socks. They look nice and warm for the cold weather!

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  31. DebOctober 19, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Both quilts are simply stunning! Has Ollie got the potty training stuff down to an art now? He's so cute!

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  32. SusannahOctober 19, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    Gorgeous quilts and hey.....I LOVE THOSE SOCKS!

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  33. susilociOctober 19, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    Que maravilla de quilts, son preciosos.
    ....Y yo que no sé tejer calcetines....

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  34. MerilynOctober 19, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    Well done on completing two fairly complex quilt tops, a lot of work in both of them, I'm sure the long-arm quilter will do them justice!
    I know what you mean about winding down after finishing up a largeish project and what a perfect way to wind down. I made three pairs of socks over the winter months, I just couldn't stop at one LOL!!!! Those socks look to be substantial winter socks too, love the yarn you're using!!!!

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  35. AnnekeOctober 19, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    l-o-v-e both quilts!!

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  36. SharonOctober 19, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Yes, the perfect wind down. Lovely work on your two holiday finishes. Enjoy your weekend!

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  37. GunillaOctober 19, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    You were really smart and changed the size. I followed the pattern and now I do not have wall space for it :-(

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  38. Trace4JOctober 19, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Beautiful Friend!
    I am crocheting (crow-hooky)
    scarves for Christmas gifts.
    So fun.
    Hugs to Ollie
    Happy Fall
    Trace


    www.grannytracescrapsandsquares.com

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  39. janiceOctober 19, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    I love the comfort and joy quilt!

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  40. KarenOctober 19, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    I love both your quilts. I wish I could see them in person to enjoy their beauty.

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  41. BevOctober 19, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Love the quilts. Nice work on both of the quilts. Mr. Painted Quilt has a nice treat to look forward also. Have a great weekend. Bev

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  42. CandaceOctober 19, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    How nice to have them both done for Christmas, Kaaren! Mr PQ's toes will be nice and cozy when he's shoveling snow this winter! Is Ozzie going to get a pair of doggy socks, too?
    Cheers!

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  43. Pam in ILOctober 19, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    Both quilts are gorgeous! What a nice feeling to have both done before the holidays.

    The socks are a nice change between quilting projects. I usually do a completely different type of needlework between my big projects too.

    I love how Ollie is laying in his bed and looks so comfy.

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  44. AntheaOctober 20, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Kaaren you quilts look wonderful, & how equally wonderful to have such amazing pieces displayed in your home for the holiday season. Fantastic!

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  45. Jenny's Place OnlineOctober 20, 2012 at 4:58 AM

    Lovely quilts, Kaaren. Good luck with the socks. Happy crafting, Jenny

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  46. LoriOctober 20, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Awesome to have two quilt tops done!! Woo-Hoo!!

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  47. SiobhánOctober 20, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    Oh my gosh, Kaaren, what fantastic flimsies! I can't wait to see what your quilter does with them. Nice progress on the socks!

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  48. antique quilterOctober 21, 2012 at 6:59 AM

    love the quilts , great finishes.
    doesn't it feel good?
    love those socks, bet they are going to be so warm
    nice to have something to work on like this isn't it?
    Kathie

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  49. GerryARTOctober 21, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Knitting ! ! !
    an absolutely perfect way to spend the time between inspirations.

    hugs

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  50. GraOctober 21, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Your quilts are beautiful!!! have fun knitting!!!

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  51. SandyOctober 22, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    Beautiful quilts Kaaren. They will be so warm and cozy for you and Ollie to snuggle under.

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  52. Sandra HendersonOctober 23, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    I just took a Pat Wys class recently. It hink this is her pattern!~ I LOVE how you put the flag with the snowman. I will have to get this one. Your version is SO CUTE!~
    Gosh those socks look comfy.
    Thinking of you... Sandra

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  53. JanetOctober 23, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    Hi Kaaren,
    You have got 2 gorgeous finished tops for Christmas/Winter. You are so productive.
    Can't wait to see what is next on your project list.
    Ollie looks like such a sweetheart. Janet

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  54. MarieOctober 25, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    Almost missed cute Ollie in the picture...too busy admiring your beautiful Red Brolly quilt top! Both quilt tops are beautiful.

    Knitted socks...You are talented! I struggle when knitting a scarf.

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  55. CaroleNovember 1, 2012 at 12:37 AM

    You do such beautiful work! Lovely quilts you have! Thanks for sharing! Cheers!

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