Thimbleberries Kits..."Pansy Park" Quilt Underway **Top Complete!**

[halo]

thanks, goldenluver. So then what is this?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Thimbleberries-...pt=US_Fabric&hash=item483b673032#ht_902wt_954

Well, howevery you figured it out, Cyn, it sure turned out purdy!!!

 

[goldenluver]

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just 5" squares of fabric, a charm pack from their fabric line, no instructions

 

[speckledhen]

Here's one, Kathy, contains instructions and fabric (for the top only, not the backing or batting). I did see a couple that actually had the backing fabric as well.

http://www.betterquiltkit.com/thimb...lt-kit?zenid=d97178e270b12cc86486a0ad178adc06

Here is the quilt:

And here are some of the kits:

http://www.betterquiltkit.com/thimbleberries-quilt-kits

 

[kathyinmo]

Cyn,
That quilt and table runner are just fabulous! You auction them off, and you can probably pay for your well repair!

Absolutely gorgeous !

 

[Serrin]

I think one of the things I find so intriguing about quilts is that there is literally no limit to what one can create! If you can visualize it, likely you'll be able to find the fabrics to fit that mental image and thereby produce whatever you like. The hard part is in knowing how to piece it all together. Which is probably a total cake walk for you, huh Cyn?

There are a number of quilting bees, clubs, classes and what not in this area, usually offered in the fall and winter months. I swear, the first winter we're in the house, I'm gonna take up a course! This is something I definitely want to know how to do!!

 

[kathyinmo]

This is my most favorite quilt pattern that I have made. My Dear Mother-In-Law has it. I have another kit of this one, yet to do. This is a picture from the ebay listing. And guess what .... as complicated as it looks, it is a, "Block of the month for beginners!"

http://cgi.ebay.com/JINNY-BEYERS-10...tem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c55f16d11

Kathy (halo) .... are you interested in making a quilt? Talk to me, girl ! ! !

Serrin ..... You interested?

 

[halo]

These are just so pretty!

So whats the point of 5" squares of fabric if theres no directions??

 

[CedarRidgeChicks]

Well..the quilt is georgeous!! as are all of Cyns' works but man I sure do like the table runner!!..

halo, I have used the 5in sqrs quite often..I have made several baby quilts, a table runner, Christmas placemats, just by sewing the blocks together and adding borders. There are lots of books that have more detailed patterns using the charm paks. I'm sure Kathyinmo can tell ya more.

 

[Serrin]

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OMG! Isn't that just drop dead gorgeous!!

But those kits don't come cheap, now do they!?!?!

Great Googly Moogly!! No wonder hand made quilts can fetch such astronomical prices. Especially if they are an original and a one of a kind item. I just love the colors in that one Kathy. Positively beautiful. It reminds me of the Northern Lights over a snow covered meadow at night. Very, very pretty!!

And to answer your question....yes, I'm interested...but unfortunately, I'm tied up with the house right now, not to mention that my one and only sewing machine is tucked at the back end of the storage shed with all of our other worldly possessions between the doorway and it!

I couldn't get to it right now if my life depended on it! **Insert irritated look here!** *sigh* But some day this shall all be behind me........

So, do you have all of the instructions for this particular pattern? And are they easy to follow? You mention it was one of the block of the month for beginners? Well heck! I bet even I could do that then!!

(you have no idea of how much of a fumble butt I am around a sewing machine!

If I'm really lucky, I can hem a pair of slacks and not permanently attach myself to it in the process!)

 

[kathyinmo]

Serrin,
Yes, I have all the patterns. One for each block. I love Jinny Beyer patterns and fabrics. My favorites! She has a website with all her beautiful creations, and tons of free patterns. I have spent hours drooling there!

You let me know when you are ready to make a quilt, and I will set you up with everything you need for your first quilt. That is something I love to do .... Once you start, I am sure you will be "hooked!" You would love a class, I am sure. I still take classes, and continue to learn new techniques and short-cuts.