Tuesday, May 12, 2009

scrappy circles quilt

I haven't been sewing as much lately, first of all because I am pregnant (#3) and just barely starting to feel like myself again, second of all the weather has turned beautiful and we've been out a lot. It's been a nice break. I feel like my quilting comes in waves...we'll see if I have the energy to get going again. I have about 6 baby quilts that need to be made for friends and family. I love making baby quilts, so fast and quick.

I used all of my Heather Ross stash for this quilt, and even received some rare pieces from Rachel and Amy (check out amy's stash, incredible!) to add to it, so generous of them. It's super soft, and I think we might just keep this one for ourselves...

I used some of my smaller scraps for the back along with the pink happy campers. I was going to quilt in circles, but chickened out and just did a regular stipple. I still like it alot.

several of you asked about the difficulty of the circles. I would say this quilt is intermediate, not hard, but not for the beginner. I have always been afraid to try curves, but I found this to be fun (especially since there are no corners to match up).

I purchased the pattern here.
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57 comments:

  1. NatalieMay 12, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    Your circles quilt is gorgeous! and Congrats on your pregnancy! Hope all goes well for you and your family!

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  2. UnknownMay 12, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    sweet quilt!!

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  3. SewAmyMay 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    OMG, this would be my favorite quilt. I love all Heather Ross fabric. and this quilt is adorable.

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  4. ShannonMay 12, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    I absolutely love it!!!

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  5. LeiselMay 12, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    Ohhhh, I LOVE this pattern! So cute!!!

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  6. CindraMay 12, 2009 at 2:35 PM

    This is a winner! Love it!

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  7. ErikaPMay 12, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    This quilt rocks! I am so scared of curves. But you make me want to try. Is this from a pattern? If so, where can I find it?

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  8. AshleyMay 12, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    Wow, congrats! And what a gorgeous quilt! Those are some fabulous fabrics, and I just love the pattern. You definitely should keep it! :)

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  9. RachelMay 12, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    This turned out absolutely beautiful Nettie! And congratulations! Thanks for linking to my etsy shop!

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  10. Mary on Lake PulaskiMay 12, 2009 at 3:51 PM

    I really like this quilt too! Perfect fabric choices with the unusual pattern.

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  11. AmyMay 12, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    First: congratulations on baby number 3. I hope the rest of your pregnancy is easy. Second: the quilt is awesome. I love it. And third: quilting will always be around - nice weather comes and goes - grab it while you can and don't feel bad about it!

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  12. BeckyMay 12, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Congrats on baby #3. I too love this quilt. The colors and the circles are so cute! I think you should keep this one! Your little one would get lots of good out of it and treasure it always! What a blessing to be a friend that gives quilts. I have just started doing the same...I too, love the baby size and colors when I quilt...and I just get a big kick out of their reactions! I think it might be more of a blessing for me to give them, then for them to get one.

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  13. MickiMay 12, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    Your circles quilt is so colorful and wonderful!
    All of your work is great! Congrats on the pregnancy!
    Micki

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  14. TerriawMay 12, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    Congratulations on your baby news! I'm glad to hear you're going to keep this quilt - it's fabulous. I really love the scrappy circles. Makes me feel like even I could try this.

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  15. One Flew OverMay 12, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Congratulations on the third pending arrival! Love this quilt, so pretty!

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  16. AndiMay 12, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    Sounds like you need to get some serious sewing time in before your life is, once again, taken up with 3-hourly feeding, nappy changes and lots and lots of cuddling. (Not to mention the other 2 children who will also be needing your time and attention).
    The circle quilt is absolutely stunning. Great work!
    Andi :-)

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  17. PamelaMay 12, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    That is funny...when I had my second I had no inclination to sew! I am hoping that won't happen again when #3 rolls around. I love this quilt it is great and I love the circle ~ a perfect summer quilt.

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  18. kangarooMay 12, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    i have never seen anything like this; it is perfect, that heather ross fabric really compliments the pattern! well done and congrats!

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  19. PhiligryMay 12, 2009 at 5:58 PM

    yay! number three! that is so great. i bet you will start feeling like yourself again soon. I love the circle quilt. beautiful work.

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  20. DarlingAlanaMay 12, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    Congratulations on baby #3!

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  21. KerriMay 12, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    i love the scrappy circles, and all the hr fabrics are very lovely!! i bet you can sit and stare at all those htf ones for hours!! :)

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  22. AnnikaMay 12, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Those circles are lovely!

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  23. SusanMay 12, 2009 at 11:34 PM

    so awesome.

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  24. Kritta22May 12, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    This circle quilt is wonderful!

    I may have to try a circle quilt with your comment about not matching corners!! Love it!

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  25. Kristin ShieldsMay 13, 2009 at 12:14 AM

    Gorgeous! And Congratulations to you!

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  26. mariarrosaMay 13, 2009 at 1:14 AM

    This quilt is wonderful! Congratulations for your pregnancy.

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  27. UnknownMay 13, 2009 at 5:43 AM

    Great quilt! Congrats on #3.

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  28. SarahMay 13, 2009 at 5:44 AM

    I love this! I wouldn't have thought to put all the different Heather Ross' together but they look great.

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  29. AnneMay 13, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    That is so beautiful. The pattern really shows off the fabric nicely.

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  30. dutchcomfortMay 13, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    Gorgeous quilt and the fabrics are adorable!

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  31. joMay 13, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Many congratulations to you! The quilt is just adorable - I agree you shoulsd keep it ready for the arrival of bump!

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  32. jacquieMay 13, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    so cute, nettie. sure wish i had a heather ross stash like that one! hope you are feeling well! give the future little one a pat for me.

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  33. Amanda JeanMay 13, 2009 at 2:29 PM

    the quilt is wonderful! i think quilting in circles would be very very hard. i've had the thought of trying them before, too, but i always chicken out. congrats again on the new little one.

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  34. Simon - aka BlokeMay 13, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    Nettie - tell me were the circles hard to sew? and do you need to clip the seams so they lay flat?

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  35. LeslieMay 14, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    your quilt is beautiful...i love how fun and wonky it is. The fabrics are amazing

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  36. Cheryl ArkisonMay 14, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Congratulations!
    The quilt looks great - better than the one on the pattern, IMHO.

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  37. bettyninjaMay 14, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    This quilt looks amazing! I love the design and fabric choices!

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  38. AnonymousMay 15, 2009 at 4:10 AM

    wow, fabulous! I love the way you have done this!
    ~Emily xx

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  39. UnknownMay 15, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    Love your quilt!! I understand the quilting in waves . . . it happens this time of year for most i think! Congratulations on your new addition!

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  40. amyMay 15, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    Nettie!!! Congrats. I'm so thrilled to hear you are pregnant...must admit I was a bit worried. I kept checking in here and wondered if you were well or unhappy...

    What a shocker to see you pointing out my stash, lol.
    You inspired me to sew something yesterday. Sometimes I forget the sheer joy I feel from sewing.
    Thank you.
    Now if I could just get all these seedlings to move along and be on their way outside...then I could sew freely again....lol

    Your quilts are always absolutely wonderful, just as much as you are sweet.
    take care. truly.....amy

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  41. CélineMay 16, 2009 at 12:30 AM

    Great quilt !! Congratulations for this pregnancy !!

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  42. GramMay 16, 2009 at 5:12 PM

    Very happy to see you back. Congratulations! I just found you awhile back and kept checking and wondered where you were. I am glad you had a good excuse. I have the same circle quilt started but I have a problem with the circles not matching. Silly I know maybe I'll get back to it. You inspire. Take care and happy quilting.
    Many Blessings
    Sherry

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  43. Judy AlexanderMay 18, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Beautiful quilt!

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  44. AnonymousMay 22, 2009 at 3:56 AM

    Its stunning!gosedi

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  45. Mountain Home QuiltsMay 22, 2009 at 8:08 AM

    Congrats on #3! I'm currently pregnant with our #3 too! Due in October/November. You did a great job on this quilt- I love it.

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  46. UnknownMay 23, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    I just discovered you!! Oh your work is making me drool (I know..eww!) I'll be back!!

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  47. MarisaMay 26, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Wow, you use such happy colors! Such a beautiful quilt. Looks like a lot of work went into this.

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  48. audreypawdreyMay 27, 2009 at 5:06 PM

    This is beautiful! Congratulations on #3, too.:)

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  49. AnnieMay 28, 2009 at 6:21 AM

    Loving your quilts -WOW!

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  50. Rachelle ChristensenMay 28, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    Beautiful quilting. I need to finish 2 more of mine. There's always so many fun crafts I want to do too! I just reviewed the most awesome crafter’s cabinet from The Original Scrapboxand I wanted to tell you about it! Stop by
    my blog     to join in the fun!

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  51. JanetMay 30, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    I've done this pattern. I like your scrappy color choices. I feel I little out of place with all your "young" followers but I'll join because I like your style. Please come visit me even though I'm part of the older generation.

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  52. Expedition EscapesJune 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    I really like this quilt. Looks really sharp. good job and congrat's on the new addition.

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  53. ilovebabyquiltsJune 2, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    I love this quilt! Love Heather Ross. I'm featuring her today on my blog.

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  54. MollyJune 2, 2009 at 6:23 PM

    Oh, I love this quilt! I think I may have to buy the pattern too.

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  55. JantineJune 3, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    Congratulations on your pregnancy! I can see why you were not up to sewing, but believe me, it will get better again! Love your circles quilt.

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  56. Nina Lise@Mrs MoenDecember 21, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    I know you're probably busy with Christmas and family, but I just had to tell you how much I love this quilt; it's amazing! I'm not into fabric designers, but I might just have to check out Heather Ross' fabrics anyway:-)
    Happy Holidays!

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  57. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2010 at 3:11 PM

    Oh my goodness!!! I LOVE THIS QUILT! Another on the big long list!!!

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