Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Flimsy Gifts

Did I tell you? I was gifted not one, but two--count 'em, TWO--quilt tops, or flimsies!


It is really hard to give you a good idea of what this quilt top really looks like, because it is HUGE! I can't remember right now what the measurements were, but I remember that this quilt can easily fit a queen or king sized bed! It has a small flaw; one of the blocks was not finished (see it down on the lower right?) so I am going to have to {gulp} try to match the fabric and finish the block. But I think the challenge of doing that is more than worth it.


Here's a close-up. Isn't this just fabulous! (Do you know what the name of this block is?)

But wait; there's more!



It's an applique quilt! I was speechless when this quilt top was unfolded. Especially since all things applique make me break out in a cold sweat. My being so intimidated by applique quilts makes them doubly coveted by me. Like the pink one, this one is large enough to fit a queen, or possibly even a king bed.



I was thinking I'd give this as a gift, but I don't know. Could/would YOU part with this?

These "Flimsy" gifts are anything but flimsy.

6 comments:

  1. Congratulations on your gifts. Good luck in your search for the fabric. The applique' top is awesome, I would have a hard time parting with it.

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  2. Absolutely amazing! As big as the pink one is, I'd be inclined to cut off the whole right hand row and turn it into matching pillow covers.

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  3. There is so much to love about both of them - the pink one is delicate and very pretty, and the applique one is so handsome - I would find reasons to hang on to them.

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  4. HOw wonderful! I think the applique might just have to live on your bed ;) They're so big, can I see two sets of helping hands there holding them up for the photoshoot?

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  5. WOW what wonderful gifts you have been given.
    I love love love the pink one - it's my fav colour!

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  6. What wonderful gifts. I can't even begin to imagine how much time must have gone into making those! Have fun finishing them.

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