I really don't like unpicking and always tell students and stitchers to wait until they have finished the whole project and if it still bothers them then unpick.... when I got back from Portland earlier in the year I had this beautiful pack of fabrics from Anna Griffin that I just couldn't wait to do something with. So I bundled in boots and all and very quickly made the 'Blossoms' Quilt ready for Sydney. It was really pretty, quick and simple to make and the perfect size for a cot or lap quilt. I backed it with Minkee spot and bagged it so it was also very cuddly. However, I was never happy with it as without much quilting it just didn't look finished. So this week I have unpicked and redone the quilt. It has now got lovely free machined quilted flowers and curls and looks much more completed. Now I just have to get a better photo.
So this is now like a brand new pattern, which means.... yes a giveaway...but not right now, I have almost finished a couple more - yes I am on a roll here so for today I shall draw the winner for the Ginger Spice quilt pattern and you will need to keep watch for this one. Thankyou for SO many lovely comments - I can see you all love the fresh look and easy methods as much as I do... dont think I'll be able to prise this one away from my girls... and I will really look forward to seeing lots of Ginger Spice photos popping up across the world.
So, the trusy random number generator picked
#69 and #78 - I know there were so many of you I couldnt give just one...
Marina -
and Rachel
Pleae email with your snail mail addy so I can get it in the mail for you.
hugs - Helen
Heyaa i'm for the first time here. I came across this board and I find It really useful & it helped me out a lot. I hope to give something back and aid others like you aided me.
Posted by: Marisol | October 09, 2013 at 12:59 PM
Hi Helen,
I love the soft colors in this quilt -- it is very sweet!
Posted by: Ivory Spring | October 11, 2008 at 11:56 AM
Congratulations to Marina and Rachel. Love the new pattern. You are so talented.
Posted by: Carrie P. | October 11, 2008 at 07:52 AM
that quilt is just gorgeous and the colours are beautiful.all the unpicking was worthwhile!!
x
Posted by: wonderwoman | October 11, 2008 at 07:22 AM
Well, the unpicking was worth it! love the quilting!
Posted by: upstatelisa | October 10, 2008 at 07:30 PM
Love your blog Helen ... Congratulations Marina & Rachel... Thank you for the opportunity to enter Helen ... Will be back,Hugs Dzintra Ingrid
Posted by: Dzintra | October 10, 2008 at 07:03 PM