Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Ready for binding!

I did more ripping of stitches, and am definitely happier with the way things are looking!  I decided the biggest problem with the peacock feathers (aka plume feathers) is the top part--it just doesn't fill the area well, or look very pretty.

This is one of the nicer ones, actually.

So I played with the sketches I had done earlier and figured out a way to make them work...more ripping of stitches, and then some more quilting, but here's how they look now:


I decided not to add any other quilting (for now!), and instead trimmed and squared up the quilt:

I hated to trim off that much, but it helped that I knew I would have to since sandwiching it.

The fabrics were no where near square, so I didn't have anywhere good to start, so I used the compass--I wanted the points to be due north/south, and then squared the quilt around that measurement.



Next is binding and a hanging sleeve, and figuring out where to sneak in a label.  My favorite side of the quilt has changed several time throughout making it, first the grey, then the pink, and now the grey again.



Which side do you like better?
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33 comments:

  1. Leanne ParsonsMay 29, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Amazing! I love the compass detail. Can't decide which side I like best...they're both gorgeous.

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  2. EmilyMay 29, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    Wow this is incredible! Do you quilt on a long arm or home machine?

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    1. ReneeMay 29, 2013 at 3:22 PM

      I quilt on a Janome MC6300--a home machine with a 9" throat space.

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  3. Little Island QuiltingMay 29, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    I like both sides and I continue to be in awe of your huge quilting skills.

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  4. kelly o!May 29, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Both sides are beautiful, no wonder they're both your favorite!

    I'd be tempted to do a label by writing on the binding, rather than a "real" label. Depending on what color binding you'll be doing, of course.

    Your quilting is *amazing*!

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  5. AmandaK@whatthebobbinMay 29, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    I'm loving the grey side. Both sides are really gorgeous!

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  6. CindiMay 29, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Wow! That is amazing quilting.

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  7. LizMay 29, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    It's hard, but I'd say the grey. Awesome! I'm pleased if I can get an even stipple :-)

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  8. KatMay 29, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Awesome quilting!! I think I like the gray side best, but it is a tough call

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  9. AnonymousMay 29, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    that is amazing quilting! I prefer the grey, but both are wonderful.

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  10. ColbyMay 29, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Your quilting is just amazing. I like the grey! Did you have a pattern for the half star or did you just do that yourself? I love it!

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  11. AmyMay 29, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    wow!! I love your quilting!

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  12. CamillaMay 29, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Wow stunning quilting! Very hard to pick a side. I like the way the black border highlights the star on the pink side, but the grey with pink thread is striking!

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  13. sophieMay 29, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Spectacular! I love the pink side, but both are amazing.

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  14. AnonymousMay 29, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Amazing. Your quilting is incredible.

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  15. nicoleMay 29, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    There's no way to choose a side... both equally stunning!

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  16. claudiaMay 29, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    Can I just like both sides better? This quilt is BEAUTIFUL!!

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  17. ipatchandquiltMay 29, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Wow! You are amazing at FMQ! It is so impressive!!!
    I love the gray side best, but the pink is fabulous too!
    Good luck with the finish of this beauty!

    Esther
    esthersipatchandquilt at yahoo dot com
    ipatchandquilt dot wordpress dot com

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  18. Lorna McMahonMay 30, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    I agree with Esther... I like the gray side best because it shows of your stitching. And after all that stitch, rip and stitch again.... It should show! Great work! It is sew gorgeous!

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  19. Paula@TheSassyQuilterMay 30, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    Loving the grey side, but both are fabulous!!!

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  20. Terry Aske Art QuiltsMay 30, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    This is fabulous!!! I'd have to pick the pink side.

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  21. Susan at TheBoredZombie.comMay 30, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    Picking a favorite? That's evil! I think I like the pink side, but I'm pretty sure I'd look at both sides as much as possible. :)

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  22. LinhMay 30, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    This is beautiful!

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  23. JessicaMay 30, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Wow! Your quilting is seriously stunning. I love both sides and I'm not a pink lover!

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  24. Shannon @ Modern Tradition QuiltsMay 30, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    These quilts and your quilting is stunning!

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  25. Jennifer @ MillerMusingsMay 30, 2013 at 8:20 PM

    Renee, this quilt is flat out amazing! I know you put so much work in to it and it definitely paid off. The quilting is absolutely stunning!! I actually kind of like the a touch better, (SUCH a tough decision), but I love the grey because you can see the peacock feathers. Either way, it's incredibly gorgeous. I feel like you probably mentioned it at some point, but what size did it end up being?

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  26. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    Amazing, compliments! Such nice quilting! Both sides are OK.

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  27. Pat MerkleMay 31, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Awesome quilting!

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  28. JennieMay 31, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    This is absolutely amazing. I love your quilting! Inspirational!

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  29. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    This is beautiful!

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  30. HeidiJune 1, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Your quilting is stunning! I am so glad I linked over for a view - thanks for sharing!

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  31. AnnJune 3, 2013 at 12:57 AM

    Everyone else has said, "Amazing." I wish could think of another adjective...
    The design of your quilt and the execution are wonderful. Very well planned.
    I can't believe you ripped stitches out but it was an improvement. Good for you.

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