by baydreamer 26 Nov 2014

UFO, this has been in a closet for over 2 years, I wanted to machine quilt it myself, but couldn't decide how to due to it. I finally decided to take it to a long-arm quilter and get it done. Yes I am very happy to have it up on the wall for Christmas, but as you guessed , the red fabric ran in some areas, I rewashed it ,soaked it in resolve but yikes is all I can say. Live and learn.

It was machine appliqued (turned like hand applique ) then with an invisible stitch sewn on . There is some machine embroidery on Mrs. Clause and the reindeer's hat. There is no pattern for this quilt , the applique design is from Art to Heart (Peppermint and Holly Berries) and the blocks from some quilt book I have. Thanks for looking!

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by joanne8125 29 Nov 2014

This is just beautiful.

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by sewdeb 27 Nov 2014

Wow! Wow! Wow! This is stunning! Congratulations on finishing such a fabulous project! Hugs*

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by airyfairy 27 Nov 2014

Just beautiful and just in time for Christmas.

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by lhart 27 Nov 2014

It's beautiful! I love the addition of the bird on Mrs. Claus....would this be Hector by chance? So very creative!!!

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by pldc 27 Nov 2014

I agree try the vinegar it works wonders........ask me how I know. This is a terrific quilt & perfect for the holidays ~hugs~

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by mysew1325 26 Nov 2014

this is beautiful... lots of work here.. sure to be a heirloom..

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by Leaha 26 Nov 2014

Very pretty for Christmas.

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by sdrise 26 Nov 2014

Cut quilt! Nice Job! Suzanne

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by shirley124 26 Nov 2014

Very nice.

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by gwillmann 26 Nov 2014

Beautiful!

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by 02kar Moderator 26 Nov 2014

Stunning is the word that comes to mind. Absolutely beautiful work.

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by PIGNADA 26 Nov 2014

Very beautiful work. Try to wash with white vinegar or with special product against "décoloration".(I do'nt know the english word : when a color run over an other). Thank you for sharing. Amitiés de France.

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by pennifold 26 Nov 2014

How stunning and such a vibrant quilt. I always wash any red fabric prior to using it, just in case. Love Chris

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by lique 26 Nov 2014

What a great quilt!

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by shozo1271 26 Nov 2014

I had a quilt that the red fabric ran on my cream muslin... I was SICK seeing that.... I re-washed it in some white vinegar, the red came out! I was so happy... Try it, It might solve your problem. Nowadays, I wash all my quilts that have red fabric with a little white vinegar added in the wash cycle. Hope it helps!! ***4all***

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by noah 26 Nov 2014

Turned out excellent :):)hugs

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by dragonflyer 26 Nov 2014

Wonderful and happy quilt...I am sure it will be a treasured addition to all of your Christmases to come, too!..so festive...great job!

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by edithfarminer 26 Nov 2014

Wauw so much work, it is lovely,as I now quilt I know how much love and effort has gone into this quilt. Enjoy it this Christmas. It will be admired by all!

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by asterixsew Moderator 26 Nov 2014

This looks like a true labour of love. What a brilliant piece of work you have created

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