A cornucopia of October quilts

 

Anne T started our Show and Tell with a quilt that was made by and purchased from Ellen Linder called "Petal Drop". Lindner began with a vertical quilt and then cut it up and resewed it together to make this striking piece. You can read more about the first "Petal Drop" piece and how it changed into the quilt you see here at http://adventurequilter.com/petal-drop-complete/

Judy R made hot mats for her sisters made out of fabrics from their mother's dresses. A lovely reminder when in the kitchen. So thoughtful!

Carol made this adorable quilt. It took her 5 years to finish. Never lose heart, friends, there will come a day when you will finish your UFOs!

Diane didn't think we would recognize the wildflowers in her quilt but we did! She drew the patterns for all the applique in this charming quilt. Applique and fabric paint. Lovely!

Betty made this super duper Christmas stocking. I'd like to have all the goodies that could go in that, wouldn't you? 

Betty brought in her Jane Austen "Sense and Sensibility" quilt top. Barton Cottage kit. Beautiful!

Ann W had a request to make a quilt in memory of her brother's wife. Ann cut some of her dresses into strips to make "Ribbon Candy" from GE Designs. Ann often uses bright modern fabrics, so this was a struggle for her, but we all agreed the quilt came out just right. 

New member Kim wowed us with her very large and very beautiful quilt. The pattern was adapted from "Faceted Jewels" by Susan Dyer and Nancy Raschika-Reeves for Glad Creations. 

Jean P showed 9 patch variation from friend Jere Funk. Beautiful blues with a pop of orange. 

Another winner from Jean! "Meter Maid" by Abbey Lane Quilts. Love it, Jean!

Leanne took a Gyleen Fitzgerald class at Maine Quilts 2023. The pattern is "Suspended". I think Leanne and Gyleen are kindred spirits, don't you? They both come up with complex designs that mere mortals would not try (or maybe that's just me). Congratulations, Leanne. 

Pretty dragonflies from Elly who used a specialty ruler to make this design. The pattern is from the book Mini Wonderful Curves by Jenny Pedigo and Helen Robinson. 

 

Oooo, scary, Elly! "Bat Moon Rising" from the same book and same ruler. 

We have so many talented ladies at Tacoma and Janice is definitely one of them. This variety of talents is what makes our Show and Tell so appealing. Janice made her embroidered quilt from the "Home Grown" series by Adornit. Gorgeous!

Donna M demonstrated how to make this quilt later on at our meeting. The pattern is called "Coconut Chips" and uses fat quarters cut in strips. Donna M is a great teacher and always willing to share. Quilted by Kathy Boudreau. Pattern by Madison Cottage Design. 

Donna M bought this summery seaside panel and matching fabric to make this vibrant quilt. I was interested to see how she enlarged upon the panel because I bought one of these, too. Would you hang it on a wall? Use it as a table cloth? Or use it for a summer picnic? Mine is still marinating in my stash. Donna gets things done! Quilted by Kathy Boudreau. 

Sylvia brought in fabrics from Bali that he son brought back to Maine for her.

 We were intrigued with the fabrics and thought they could be quilted as is and make beautiful quilts. Such a thoughtful son to bring these home for her. 

Until next time, keep your bobbin full and your rotary cutter sharp!