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Monday, November 18, 2013

Finished Apple-licious Quilt

I'm just popping in to finally share this fun quilt I finished about a week or two ago.  I've been at the very end of a tight deadline (like writing instructions for 10 hours straight-multiple days in a row kind of deadline and I'm finally starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel!  I can't wait to share what I've been working on one of these days :)).

Anyways, you  may remember from my last post that I started and finished this quilt, designed by the Miss Lori Holt.


 The pattern is from her new book titled, Quilty Fun.  And really, it WAS so much fun to make!


Each little apple is made with a different fabric. 
And ps., we still have a few kits left at Just Sew. 
Call 801-492-7929 if you're interested.  They can ship.


 I had my quilter use my favorite little swirly design in lieu of a stipple.


Even though my back is so simple, I love it.  I loved mixing the two different polka dot prints and it feels good to put some of my leftovers to use.


This scrappy border was really fun to make.  Lori's instructions for everything were so perfect and easy to follow.  And clever!  Man that girl is one smart cookie.  I would have never thought to piece it the way she tells you to do it in the book.  Clever, I tell ya.


I bound it using Vanessa Christenson's Simply Style green textured print.


It's the perfect quilt for this time of year. I've got a whole box of apples sitting in my garage just begging me to make THIS pie with!

So are you making anything apple-y these days? Do share!

Happy quilting!
~ Amber

33 comments:

  1. Oh I love this quilt!! You did such a great job and the fabrics all go so perfect together :) Thank you for sharing!

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  2. I'm so in love with this. What could be better on a fall day than to wrap up in this quilt and eat an apple.

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  3. gosh this is cute! love the apple cores.

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  4. Thanks Michelle! It was really fun to make!

    And Lisa,

    You're so healthy! I can think of a few better things, like apple pie, apple cobbler, carmel apple cheesecake bars...LOL

    Thanks for your good example :)
    Amber

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  5. I Am Just One Mom,

    Thanks! They're a fun added touch aren't they!?!

    Happy quilting!

    Amber

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  6. Oh, what a beautifully fresh quilt!

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  7. I so want to make this quilt for my classroom. It came out absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing

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  8. So fun! The fabrics are all so cute. Love the gingham apples

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  9. I just love this sweet quilt! I'm enjoying my Quilty Fun book beyond my expectations. I think I might have to make one of these quilts someday to keep for myself. I live in a neighborhood called Apple Hill, so that would be perfect.

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  10. So cute! I'm doing her Quilt-along now and made the apples (4 of them only) the first week so it's fun to see a whole orchard of them!

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  11. this is stunning. a must have. oh the yearning just to order the kit, and the book! but alas, must wait for the new year...

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  12. BillieBee,

    Thank you! I think Lori is all about fun! I loved making one of her designs!

    Happy quilting!
    Amber

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  13. Tanya,

    Oh you should! It would be perfect for a classroom! And so cheery!

    Happy quilting!
    Amber

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  14. Carla,

    Thanks. That gingham is fabulous, isn't it? And perfect for this quilt.

    Have a great day!
    Amber


    Amy,

    Oh, yes. You definitely need to make one! Just do it!!!

    Happy quilting!
    Amber


    Diane,

    I need to do a little catch up on the quilt along. My blocks don't need to be done until the 15th week (or something like that) but I really want to make all the other blocks too! Just gotta finish up this work for my deadline. Soon. Very soon... :)

    Have fun!
    Amber

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  15. Miss Jamee (and anyone else who's interested):

    If you order the book and kit through Just Sew (a fabric store in Utah) they will give you 10% off the book price. There phone number is 801-492-7929.

    It's worth it too! They give you the exact amount of fabric that you need. If you bought what the material list calls for you end up paying about double.

    Books always tell you to buy more than you actually need (to allow for shrinkage and straightening).

    The kit is a great price!

    Amber

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  16. It's gorgeous, I'm jealous! I really want to make that quilt but it will have to wait til the new year! Too busy sewing for Christmas right now.

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  17. I'm going to make this quilt. It is so fun making the apples.

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  18. So Adorable! I hope mine is as cute as yours, I love the kit! Thanks for putting all the pieces together and I love the swirl stitching, great idea!

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  19. Yes it is :) One of the funnest quilts I've made in a while.

    Hope you're doing well Nanette!

    Amber

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  20. Absolutely gorgeous... I love your apple quilt! And the photos are amazing too!

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  21. Kathy,

    Aw thanks! I am not the best photographer so I appreciate your kind words!

    Happy quilting!

    Amber

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  22. Absolutely Darling!!!! I just love it...Perfect for this time of the year...

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  23. I love this! I'm gonna have to make one, too. I did Lori's row along, and am now doing the Quilty Fun sew along. That mitten runner is next on my list... and now I need to add the apples!

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  24. So darling!! Patters writing is the worst!!! Love tin

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  25. Very sweet Amber -- I love that you threw that little touch of pink in there!

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  26. This is so pretty and your mix of fabrics is gorgeous!

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  27. So lovely!
    Greetings from Finland! :)
    Ulla's Quilt World
    Hugs, Ulla

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  28. Beautiful! I absolutely love it! :)

    Feel free to visit my blog as well! You will find topics such as health, NYC fashion, personal growth and motivation between others! <3

    Diana

    www.ManhattanImageandStyle.com

    New Blog Post: Count & Share Your Blessings This Season

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  29. I'm getting ready to start this quilt now. Love the quilting! Thanks for sharing!

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  30. I LOVE your applelicious quilt! The colors are wonderful! Now I want to make one!!!!!

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  31. Quilts And Pieces,

    Thank you! And we have kits (just like mine) at the fabric store I work at . You can call there and they can ship it, if you're interested. Just Sew in Highland, UT. 801-492-7929

    Amber

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