Thursday 10 July 2014

Lucky me!



I started collecting blue Liberty fabrics last year with the idea of one day making a Dear Jane quilt. 


I was inspired by this quilt made by Julianne who has kindly let me post the following pics from her blog -


I haven't seen this quilt in real life but I don't think this photo does it justice. It was pictures of the individual blocks like these below that really caught my attention.

 
 
 
 

I'm sure you can see why I was inspired!

I never would have dreamed of having the opportunity to take a class with the famous Brenda. Thanks to Linda the 'one day' Dear Jane quilt will now be happening :)

Finishing this secret sewing block was a great opportunity to practise sewing with Liberty fabrics. They are truly something else! Beautiful to needle turn and they don't fray so you can afford to have a small seam allowance to turn under. I was glad that I already use fine no. 11 straw needles and fine Superior thread.


Do you have an exciting sewing experience to look forward to?



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  1. Helen 11 July 2014 at 03:16

    Congratulations, the workshop sounds fantastic. I will look forward to your progress on your dear Jane journey.

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  2. Mayleen11 July 2014 at 03:51

    I just had a fun quilting experience this week when I took a workshop with Victoria Findlay-Wolfe. Had a lot of fun making fabric with my scraps and, of course, have started a new project!
    I'm looking forward to seeing the DJ quilt you'll be making! I think it will be gorgeous in those blue Liberty fabrics.

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  3. The Witch on the Barn11 July 2014 at 03:51

    You have taken on a challenge with Dear Jane, looking forward to seeing the progress.

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  4. Nancy11 July 2014 at 07:14

    I have sen trying to stay far away from Dear Jane. I know you will enjoy the workshop.
    Your secret sewing block is just beautiful.

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  5. Fiona11 July 2014 at 10:14

    You will have a wonderful time with Dear Brenda - enjoy your Dear Jane journey

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  6. Karen in Breezy Point11 July 2014 at 12:12

    How fun to take a class from Brenda! I plan to start Dear Jane someday -- I agree--those blocks are truly inspirational!

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  7. Susan12 July 2014 at 02:00

    How exciting for you. I will live my DJ vicariously through you!

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  8. Quilting Stories12 July 2014 at 02:16

    Oh, congratulations, you are indeed very lucky! As regards Dear Jane quilts, I think I should have started mine when I was younger the way it goes...

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  9. Karen H12 July 2014 at 05:59

    I made my Dear Jane almost fifteen years ago and while there are many blocks it was fun and a great learning experience. I hope you enjoy making yours as much as I enjoyed making mine!
    I've never tried Liberty fabrics but your post makes me eager to give them a go!

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  10. Elaine12 July 2014 at 06:09

    Love your Liberty fabrics! I can't wait to see your DJ, maybe it's time I got mine out of hibernation :)

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  11. Chris 12 July 2014 at 16:23

    Welcome to the club . . . almost . . . I am planning to start my Dear Jane 2 in a few weeks. I do like the fussy cutting on some of those blocks. Makes me want to consider making several more.

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  12. Every Stitch12 July 2014 at 17:11

    My comment just vanished - been happening a lot lately...
    So exciting that you are starting a Dear Jane - and it will be wonderful in the Liberty! Thanks for showing those little Liberty blocks - beautiful inspiration. It is such fine fabric for fiddly work.

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  13. Nat Palaskas13 July 2014 at 20:30

    How exciting you got in to Breda's workshop. I got her book, we did an exchanged with her book and my Liberty fabric years ago now. Using blue Liberty would be perfect. What day are you there?
    Hugs
    Nat

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  14. gi quilt16 July 2014 at 04:58

    Lucky U! Brenda and Liberty Fabrics!! I started a Pink and Brown Dear Jane years ago but only at row E.

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