Quilt top: done
I finished it on Saturday. Then I tried to take photos by climbing up on every raised surface.
Kitchen counter. Chairs. Sofa.
It’s also been rather gray and rainy the last few days, which doesn’t help. I’m not happy with these photos, but here goes.
The aqua in the borders is brighter than this photo indicates, as are many of the other colors, but when I tried to mess around with saturation, the colors got too bright. I’ll try to get a better photo on a sunny day.
Note foot on granite counter.
This photo captures the colors pretty accurately. But still not quite right.
I really love this design with its simple graphic appeal and colors that make me smile. It’s a happy quilt. Or will be when I actually quilt it. Right now, without the quilt sandwich, it’s merely a top.
Later on this morning, a few of us are going grocery shopping and I’m going to see if I can bribe my colleagues to hold up the quilt top for a photo op. Cross your fingers. I will be my most charming as I ask for a wee favor.
In other news, Maggie Rabbit has a new scarf:
This yarn came with the kit – Alicia included a pattern for a cape. I wasn’t crazy about it for some reason, but I love the color of the yarn, so last night I pulled out a crochet hook and made her a little scarf. I think she likes it.
She also had some very minor ear surgery. Just like those of us who experience the sagging of our once-firm skin, Maggie’s right ear was a bit too floppy. The operation was done on an out-patient basis and within 10 minutes, she was out of surgery and up and about.
Maggie is one tough rabbit.
Happy Monday.
First of all, I love the quilt! Love, Love. LOVE it. Gorgeous colors, and I see why it makes you smile.
And I’m glad to see that Maggie is doing well after her ear lift and that she is enjoying her new, stylish scarf. Believe it or not, I went scarf shopping the other day on my way home from breakfast. I could not resist the cheerful bright colors, and I came away with a few that will change up my typical black outfits. Wore one to a birthday party last night, and it really was cheery. So I know Maggie will enjoy hers. I love that color!
Have a great day. Off to meet some blogging friends in St. A.
XO,
Sheikla
Wish it could be that easy for humans with sagging skin, honey!!! LOL
xoxo,
Connie
If only, Connie!
I ordered my own Maggie last week, I am so excited.
Hugs to you sister,
Mere
We will have Maggie cousins, sister!
Time for Mabel to rest for a while. She did a fine job finishing your quilt top….oh I know you helped….guided her and cheered her on….
You two work well as a team. Love the simplicity of the design.
I sure appreciate Mabel’s hard work, Marianne! She’s amazing. And yes, she’s resting now.
;) love the little scarf! Glad Maggie’s one tough rabbit and she came through the process unscathed and hopefully no scaring.
Your quilt is darling…I’m sure your friends will do you a wee favor!
Careful climbing on the granite in those socks! We don’t want to have to hear it from Scout; how Mommy broke a hip…climbing on the counters, something she is not allowed to do herself. That wouldn’t be good.
take care now, Pat
I’m very cautious and careful when I’m on that counter, Pat. Trust me!
Your quilt looks amazing. So colorful and yes, it makes me smile also.
Hope Maggie is recuperating from her ear lift. If only it were that simple with us humans.
Have a good day friend.
Judy
I’d like a little lift in the old jowl area, Judy! Maybe Maggie can fix ME up!
Claudia, your quilt is fantastic! Every time I see something aqua, I think of you. And Maggie is too cute with her personal scarf. And if only a simple nip and tuck could be done for us, I’d be a happy camper.
xx
Me too, my friend, me too!
The quilt top is lovely!!!!
xo Kris
Thanks so much, Kris!
Quilt looks great– so does Maggie. Hey, be careful up on counters!
I am careful, Diane. And I don’t see a need to climb up there again!
Your quilt and Maggie are wonderful. And I am with you about the cape. Every time I see someone wearing one the first thought that pops into my head is always “Phantom of the Opera”.
I think the scarf suits her better.
Happy Monday, Claudia. Ooh, love your quilt top. It truly is a happy quilt.
Tell Maggie she looks marvelous.
I’ll tell her, Beverly.
The quilt is as cute as I thought it would be. Yep, I’m going to take Camille’s class!
Good!
Love the quilt top – gorgeous colors and patterns. Cute little scarf on Maggie, too.
Thank you, Melanie!
Maggie is so darling, and I adore her new scarf! xo Jennifer
Thank you, Jennifer!
I think we can see how beautiful the quilt top is even without the sunshine Claudia..you make me nervous when you say you have been climbing about on counter tops..Miss Maggie’s scarf suits her quite well and will help keep the chill away on these cold, rainy days..
Oh, I’m very, very careful, Nancy!
Maggie’s scarf is adorable! I love your quilt colors. So talented!
Thank you, Ann!
The quilt top looks great!!!! I know it is going to be so cute quilted and hung! Love the little scarf for Maggie and she looks good after her surgery!
hugs,
Linda
She does, doesn’t she?
Maggie looks terrific, considering her surgery! Quilt too! Love the border! ;)
I love that border, too. The fabric for the border is also in one of the blocks.
I too love the quilt and am looking forward to going to thier web site! Maggie’s scarf is so-o-o cute. Love your blog :)
Claudette
Thank you, Claudette!
Oh I just love the quilt top! How long did it take you to make? I love your description of Maggie’s procedure.looks like she is healing nicely :o)
Blessings, Joanne
It took me a couple of weeks, only because I had to make the blocks in my free time, which I haven’t had a lot of, while rehearsing the play.
The quilt top is beautiful! Umm yeah, please BE CAREFUL climbing on granite counter tops with SOCKS dear!.. LOL.. Love Maggie’s new scarf :)
I am very careful, Robyn. I do it very slowly and I walk very carefully.
Well, you put that together fast! It’s really pretty. More storms on the way. It’s a thundering already and dark. I’ve tried to call you a couple of times. Haven’t left any messages though. Figure you’re too busy for talk.
Brenda
Terrible news from Oklahoma today, Brenda. That tornado was devastating. My heart goes out to Moore, OK.
Claudia, love the colors and design of the quilt. Sounds like you are keeping busy inside and outside of your little space in Hartford. Ann
I am very busy, Ann. But I actually get more done when I’m busy. I find I’m more efficient.
The quilt is sweet! And Maggie — well, she is one tough bunny! Very cute, too, sporting her new scarf.
She is a tough girl and I’m proud of her, Sarah!
oh my this quilt might be the most beautiful i’ve ever seen. just love the color combinations and placement of the squares. would you ever consider selling it? the precious scarf is just right for the bunny! you are beautifully creative claudia. pam
Thank you, Pam! No, I won’t sell it – I’m making it for our cottage and I’m going to hang it on the stairway wall.
That IS a happy quilt, Claudia. I love the play of color and pattern. I had to laugh at your efforts to photograph the quilt. Does blogging make us more active sometimes?
So glad Maggie came through surgery well. Her scarf is adorable. I like that you added your own whimsy to the pattern Alicia sent.
A Happy quilt indeed..Well done Claudia
Beautiful quilt! And tell Maggie I could use a little nip and tuck myself! lol
really pretty spring type quilt- looks like the equal sign people use for equality in marriage- was that your intent?
No, this pattern was designed by someone else. But I’m all for marriage equality and if it looks like that symbol, it’s a lovely coincidence.