I fell in love with the Comfort & Joy quilt when I first saw it on Anne's blog. She invited her readers to join her quilt along by doing a block a month.
As soon as I saw it I knew that I wanted to do the majority of the appliqued elements in wool...with a little cotton thrown in for good measure.
I joined the group about three months late and had a lot of catching up to do, got caught up, then fell behind again.
When Mr. Painted Quilt and I decided that we were going to get a new puppy, I knew that I would not have any free time to devote to working on the quilt once he got here, much less finish it. I really am not into UFO's so my plan was to put the pedal to the metal and get 'r done before he arrived.
And that's exactly what I did!
Some closer looks...
I wanted this quilt to have a "scrappy, home-y" appearance and by using a variety of homespun fabrics, many of which were gifted to me by Mary of Quilt Hollow, I achieved the look that I had envisioned. Thanks again, Mary!
I stuck pretty much to the design layout this time but did end up adding a few different elements as well.
I don't know about you all but the spirit of Christmas is starting to present itself in the Painted Quilt household...so much so that I just might have to begin decorating sometime this weekend...starting with my two Christmas quilts, of course!
56 comments:
It came out beautifully, wonderful quilting and keeping with the prim look.
Debbie
very cute! argh christmas is coming soon!
STUNNING!!!! I love it!
P
Your quilt is adorable. The quilting also is wonderful.Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely beautiful!!
Another great quilt! Sounds like Christmas will be very cozy at your house this year!
What a great quilt. Beautiful. First time I have actually seen this pattern and it is quite nice. Lizzie
An absolutely gorgeous quilt, Kaaren. All that work was certainly worthwhile. And so beautifully quilted as well. Yes, Christmas will be here before we know it, so guess it's time to start thinking about decorating. Looking forward to seeing your lovely home decorated for the holidays.
Oh my gosh, you must be so thrilled! I love all the blocks, but I think the snowman is my favorite. After a few years of bah humbug Christmas feelings, I'm finally feeling festive. I'm glad you are, too!
Oh Kaaren...this ia a beauty also!!!!! You are a very talented person and it shows. I really love this one but then a gain... I love every one that you make. Marvelous!
It's AMAZING Kaaren! I absolutely LOVE it! It's actually helping me get into the Christmas spirit.
Cheery wave!
Bev
You certainly achieved your aim of a homey feel to this quilt. It exudes what Christmas is to me--warmth, comfort, love and joy.
I have noticed you are not into UFOs. Can you bottle that and sell it?
What a beautiful quilt and it certainly has that homey feel about it
Jackie x
What a beautiful quilt! I love your color and fabric choices. All I can say is WOW!
that is a WOW WOW WOW. Love it.. Would have loved to have sat and sewed along with you, Ollie and Frankie.. Great job..
Oh my that is incredible, I love the wool and cotton together , so comfy looking !!!Wonderful quilting to finish it off , your house will be filled with warmth with these two gorgeous quilts!
I have not blog visited in a week and what do I find when I finally do? A beautiful quilt that makes me feel cozy!
It is absolutely GORgeous!!! I am in love with this quilt---colors, fabrics, quilting---just divine. :d
Just in time for the holiday season. It's warm and cozy appearance will truly enhance the holidays.
Over the moon beautiful, you must be sew pleased.
Comforting? Absolutely. Joyous? Oh yes indeed. May the holiday season bring you comfort and joy as well.
Love love love it. Can't wait to finish mine. I've added an extra border so am still trying to figure out the appliqué. Good job there Kaaren!
Lovely quilt Kaaren, it will bring you comfort and joy for many years to come.
May all your Christmas Wishes come through this year.
Muy muy bonito, me encanta el acolchado. Saludos.
Such a beautiful quilt! The Christmas spirit is alive and well at The Painted Quilt! Thank you so much for sharing this beauty and the source. Superb piecing and beautiful quilting makes a perfect match! How beautiful your home will look with these new quilted treasures!
You never cease to amaze me!! Another beauty, and look how much you accomplished this past season!!
A gorgeous quilt...TWO gorgeous quilts for Christmas!! I just love the homespuns you chose...you knew I would!
Kaaren, what a magnificent job you have done on that quilt. It is just stunningly beautiful!
Oh my gosh, if this isn't the cutest quilt I have ever seen! It is artistic without being craftsy and the colors are perfect. My favorite block is the gingerbread men in the basket! Your house is going to be very Christmas this year. I joke that I have two friends who I have labeled Mrs. Christmas. When my spirits are damp I visit them to gain inspiration, You are are Mrs. #3!!
Oh Kaaren, it is just perfect!! Your house will be cozy and warm for sure this Christmas!
Love, love love that quilt. It really does look homey. I can just imagine the Christmas tree up and a fire crackling away in the fireplace and puppy at your side. Thank you for sharing.
It is just wonderful! I love the plaids and wools and how it is very "Christmassy" without being red and green. Great job! Thanks for sharing, it's an inspiration!
Gorgeous. Wow 2 Christmas Quilts, lucky you. I love your choice of fabrics. Did Ollie want on this one, what about Frankie?
Janet
Love it! Can't wait to see the decorating pictures!
It's beautiful, Kaaren. It has an old fashioned look to it that makes it look comfy and cozy.
Hi Kaaren,
Your quilt is so wonderful. You will enjoy it for years to come. I love the little changes you made to the pattern.
Enjoy.
Dianne
Hi Kaaren,
Your quilt is so wonderful. You will enjoy it for years to come. I love the little changes you made to the pattern.
Enjoy.
Dianne
Another wonderful finish, Kaaren! I love the whimsy in Alice's quilting - right down to Santa's whiskers! I totally agree that you should start decorating for Christmas now!
Cheers!
Amazing quilt! And Christmas decorating! What a happy post!
Oh, it's so wonderful! The snowman is my favorite part.
Everyone seems to be in the Christmas mood. Almost all of my neighbors have their decorations up already.
I am really impressed with your determination to get the quilt completed. It was certainly worth it. It's absolutely beautiful.
Ali x
Oh, it's terrific! Congratulations on getting it done. I'm behind on that project but maybe I can catch up soon. Thanks for the motivation--seeing yours makes me anxious to get back to mine!
Beautiful,congratulations on such gorgeous work.
Love it. Well done.
Bev
Once again a beautiful quilt.
Your wool-cotton quilts really get me to try it and it is fantastic fun, great effects on the blocks.
Have a great weekend, I will I am going to sew with some friends in a nearby village.
Hugs
Karin på Ösäter
Which is the favorite of your two new Christmas quilts? I would have a hard time choosing.
This quilt is so wonderfully cozy and the homespuns just put it over the top, then the addition of the beautiful quilting created a true treasure.Hugs from Judy C
That is beautiful. I am so glad that you finished it. It will be loved for many years.
Have fun decorating. I'll wait until after Thanksgiving and then start.
Wow, one more beautiful Christmas quilt!
That's beautiful! It makes me happy to just look at it! Thank you for sharing that!
It's a beautiful quilt, a treasure! :-)
A finish! And it's so cute. Ah, Christmas.
I'm so looking forward to seeing your decorations going up - I'm waiting for a friend to tell me her lovely natural wreaths are ready for sale - it's time now!
Love the pictures of the pup and the kitten too - they are so sweet!
Really lovely quilt. Quilting is so good. I wish I had been in on the sewing spree!
Oh Kaaren, it's stunning!!!
I love it! It is absolutely gorgeous!
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