So, here we are, another week and we will be officially in summer. Spring is usually my favourite time of year, but this year we have missed out on so much of it, although we watched the small steps in the tiny space of our back garden, but no open fields or woods, where we would normally enjoy the arrival of spring...something to look forward to next year........
There was a point during the last few weeks when my brain needed to focus on something totally new, to move forward.
When I came across "Manor House" quilt by Dawn Heese, it seemed just
like the right project to get into. The original pattern was designed for wool applique, but I much prefer to work with fabrics.
I am not overly keen on dark fabrics, but here it works so well, and not being able to visit a real shop, I spent some time online trying to find the one for the background, one which would work for me - and here it is - from "Winter Garden" range by Lewis & Irene.
At first glance it looks like the whole main part of the quilt is made in one piece, but actually there are 4 very wide parts, joined together.
I started to work on part 3, the actual Manor House, as this is probably the most important section,
and also it is a while since I stitched an applique house and I was looking forward to doing it.
For the main part of the house I used one of Moda Grunge fabrics, which has that nice "aged" look, and another one for the roofs.
So, that was my project for Friday night,
to finish this part.
I am using some fabrics, which I would not normally consider as being "me", but I am trying to go with the spirit of the quilt, and I think they work well.
At last we have been having some decent rain during the last few days, which the garden is just lapping up, and everything is looking much fresher, and also the water buts have been replenished.
I wish you a very good week, and be careful out there, it is not over yet!
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You worked on a gorgeous block for FnwFs ...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers in your garden.
Radko, vybrala jsi pěkný projekt. Těším se na foto dalšího postupu šití. M.
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As usual beautiful projects and pictures.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful first block you've made and during one evening only. Well done, you'll have this quilt together in no time at all. I hope you'll soon be able to wander the woods and fields again. We've ended the lockdown a couple of weeks ago and so far so good, fingers crossed. xx
ReplyDeletelove your background fabric and project.
ReplyDeleteYour spring flowers are beautiful... and so is your new project. Good luck with it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining in FNwF again too...xox
Great fabric choices for your houses. Pretty flowers.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful new Manor House quilt.I love the background fabric and also the flowers from your garden.
ReplyDeleteHartelijke groet!
You have started a big, beautiful project! The large prints work amazingly well for the vases. - Your garden photos are lovely as always.
ReplyDeleteI love your project and the first block is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSuch an excellent idea to start a major new project at this time. Hope it eases away the housebound hours for you. It will always remind you of 2020. I like it a lot.
ReplyDeleteChoosing the fabric is difficult if you don't hold it in your hands. The background fabric is very nice. Have fun with your big project, it already looks
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We also had rain, nature breathed a sigh of relief ... everything is green again.
A good week for you.
Greetings from Viola
Dawn Heese is a fabulous designer and that is a gorgeous pattern. I've actually got a project of hers where the blocks are done but I need to put it together. Maybe one day. Your fabrics look so nice together and this will be a beautiful quilt.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a great project to work on Radka. I like that background fabric. I am still looking for something for my baskets quilt so maybe I will go and have a look at that range. We seem to have had a lot of rain recently but when I dug potatoes the other day the grouns was still very dry. Two more days and then we are promised sunshine and 30 degrees! xx
ReplyDeleteI love the background fabric and what a beautiful project. There is something wonderful about beginning a new project. You making great progress. It is such a strange year! Stay safe x
ReplyDeleteHello Radka, Lovely to catch up with you on here.Love your choice of Manor House quilt and fabrics ,so pretty.Yes Gudrun you both will be missing your beautiful long walks outdoors ,I miss seeing them on here .May be a different story during summer.It is winter here and chilly.Stay happy and well. Jen xx
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