Friday, 31 January 2014

Crazy Quilt Journal Project 2014 - January

Firstly, I'd like to say a big thank you to everyone who visited as part of the Grow Your Blog party - it was really good to get so many lovely comments.

Right-ho, so just by the skin of my teeth here is my Crazy Quilt Journal Project for the month of January!  I'd completed the block itself a couple of weeks ago, and started the embellishment but then got a little 'stuck' with where to go next with it.  After a few evenings searching on the internet for inspiration I got back on track (phew!) so I'm just in time.


And here are a few photo's of it as it progressed along and some close ups of some of the details:

 



I'm actually really pleased with how it has turned out, although it's difficult to know where to stop and sometimes I do feel that less can be more, but hey, crazy quilts are all about embellishments!!

Sorry this is only a short post, I've been playing the proud mother tonight at my daughter's Air Cadet presentation evening, she got 6 certificates and a trophy!!   :)

(Edited 01/02/2014 to add:

After posting this yesterday I thought maybe I should recap on why this block centre has the word Giggles.  It is part of my wanting focus on the positives this year and recording the things that I am grateful for so I decided that my blocks for CQJP 2014 should all be a reflection of these.  The giggles in question were a night spent watching films and enjoying finger foods with my family, we shared a lot of giggles and I found it a particularly good night.  

I chose quite bold and bright fabrics for the block, wanting to keep with the cheerful theme; and am not sure whether I will for the remainder as it was difficult deciding on the embellishments not wanting them to be overshadowed by the fabric.   That said I am pleased with the block and I'm looking forward to what Gratitudes February will give me.


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8 comments:

  1. Wendy1 February 2014 at 04:20

    that's a great looking block, the flowers are beautifully stitched.

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  2. steffi1 February 2014 at 13:45

    Thanks Wendy :) I was a bit nervous when posting these pictures, being a 'newbie' to crazy quilting but I'm finding it's a great way to release my inhibitions and give me freedom to explore new elements

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  3. Susan Studio Arts1 February 2014 at 13:54

    I love how you're so neat and organize. The block looks great and "explore" should be the buzz-word for 2014.

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    1. steffi6 February 2014 at 00:04

      Hi - thanks for visiting :) and thanks for your comments - I certainly intend to explore more this year.
      I try to be organised, but I don't think my other half would agree when he has to see my ever-growing craft stash!!

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  4. Tisha Dolton3 February 2014 at 21:40

    I love your crazy quilt! The colors are cheerier than I usually see in crazy quilts.

    Thanks for sharing your blog. I'm still trying to make the rounds on the Grow Your Blog! Please stop by & visit my embroidery blog if you have time.

    aprilsongstress

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    1. steffi6 February 2014 at 00:07

      Hi - thanks for stopping by - I will certainly visit your blog - I love finding new ones!

      Glad you like my block - I wanted it to be bright and cheerful but it was hard working in the embellishments! I'm planning February's in my head but I'm still unsure of all the fabrics I'll use.....

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  5. Claudia5 February 2014 at 03:47

    Thanks for your comment on the CQJP2014. So I found your blog :-)! Great work you make!

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    1. steffi6 February 2014 at 00:08

      Hi - thanks for visiting my blog and thank you for your comments. I really liked your block on CQJP - lovely work :)

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