Friday, May 31, 2013

Beware of Fainting Fits, Beware of Swoons

I have been IN LOVE with the "Swoon" quilt by Thimbleblossoms for a LOOOONG time.  Last year (or was it 2011? eek!) the Swoon-a-long swept the blogosphere, and I desperately wanted to be a part of it.  However, life (big life) happened, and I had to focus my energies elsewhere. 

Since moving to paradise my life has taken on a refreshed, stress-killing momentum and I've used that to my advantage.  I have been hoarding some "Neptune" by Tula Pink for a while, and I thought this would be the perfect quilt for it!  I had this great neutral in my stash that looks like weathered paint (think dock posts), and it blended beautifully as a background!



True to what others have said online, each block takes about 2 hours to complete.  I have a tendency to steer away from quilts like this simply due to my lack of patience (I'm a lazy quilter), but with this one I'm trying to stop and enjoy the process.  I am already in love with this quilt, and I feel like it is the perfect quilt for living near the water.

As I write this I am sitting in front of my window, staring at the sun shining on the lake.  I am feeling truly blessed today.  I hope everyone has a great weekend!!!

Cristina
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16 comments:

  1. Lorna McMahonMay 31, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Love your blocks, Cristina! And those fabrics are fabulous!

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    1. thequiltedmittenJune 1, 2013 at 11:39 AM

      Thank you!!! It is fabric that I have hoarded for a LONG time! :)

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  2. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsMay 31, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    Oh it's going to be beautiful Cristina! Good for you.

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  3. CarlaJune 1, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Beautiful blocks you've made. They do take a while, but so worth it!

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    1. thequiltedmittenJune 1, 2013 at 11:39 AM

      You're so right about them being worth it! I am loving how they are turning out! Thanks!

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  4. UnknownJune 2, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    I admire you for taking this project on. The colors are fantastic. It will be a keepsake for all time.

    Carolyn
    http://www.homesewnbycarolyn.com

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  5. Laura BJune 2, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    They really are lovely.

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  6. StephieJune 3, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    I love the colours in the blue one, front left, although they're all pretty stunning! I think enjoying the process is everything - if you enjoy that you'll definitely enjoy the quilt :) Look forward to seeing this one progress very much!

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    1. thequiltedmittenJune 3, 2013 at 10:03 PM

      I think that one might be my favorite too! Thanks!

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  7. Frances MeredithJune 5, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Your blocks are looking great, you have chosen a great colour scheme.

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  8. ShannaJune 5, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    I love your blocks!!! Neptune is one of my favorite fabrics and this is the perfect block for it!

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  9. AnonymousJune 5, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Gorgeous blocks- and the Neptune looks great in them!

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  10. MaterialGirlQuiltsJune 5, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    I'm with you on the Swoon quilt...still waiting to make myself one and how lucky that you have hoarded Neptune to use in yours! This is going to be beautiful.
    Amanda

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  11. ReneeJune 5, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    Yep, total swoon! Love it, love those fabrics!

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  12. nicoleJune 5, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    Gorgeous!! Definitely swooning over here!

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  13. ConniJune 5, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    I am working on my own Swoon!! I love your blocks, and your fabric is perfect for this block!!

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