This one was a bugger. Lots
of tiny appliques. Because I reduced mine to 10" I adapted one of the flowers to make it a bit easier. For the most part I have followed Esther’s lead.
I tried to match the fabric
that Esther used for the trellis post that the vine is climbing on. I found a
very old Roberta Horton homespun which I think matches pretty well. Boy, did I
love those old Roberta Horton fabrics. They are so soft and they needle
beautifully. I wish I had a bolt of every one of them!
Visit the Shenandoah Valley
Botanical Album blog (here) to see all the wonderful renditions. Once again, there are some very clever renditions of this block!
And, I hope all of you had a lovely Mother's Day weekend. We had a fantastic hike on Mt Desert Island on Saturday before the rain on Sunday. We hiked North Bubble this time. A bit higher and more strenuous than South Bubble, but every bit as beautiful. They both overlook Jordan Pond.
We only go to the island before Memorial Day and after Columbus Day, otherwise the drive along Rt. 1 takes twice as long!
I do love your colour scheme for this quilt, Wendy. And I can see that those were some fiddly pieces! Looks like you had a wonderful Mother's Day, too. :D
ReplyDeleteI clicked your close-up to view the trellis fabric better, and I must say that your applique is amazing! Wow, girl, you are good!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous view you had from the top of the Bubble. Is there a story behind the name?
Your block is beautiful. I loved Roberta's fabrics. I know I still have some pieces lurking in the bottom of the stash.
ReplyDeleteWendy, GREAT view from your hike! How wonderful. Who went? Is Caton a hiker??
ReplyDeleteLove your block! And the Roberta Horton fabric? Amazing. I don't think I have ever had her fabric, although I have a couple of her books and took a class from her years ago. Just perfect with the rest of the fabrics! Can't wait until you have the blocks put together!!
xxxxs,
nice block, superior applique work....as always wendy!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely block and beautiful applique! When I was little I'd suck out the nectar from wild honeysuckle flowers. Such a treat! What a rewarding view at the top of the Bubble! Looks like a great hike.
ReplyDeleteYour block is gorgeous Wendy! The quilting is beautiful too. Looks like a wonderful hike with fabulous views.
ReplyDeleteYoure hiking on Bubbles!! Sorry but I think thats so cute. I just love these blocks. Your applique is perfection!
ReplyDeleteHI Wendy, your applique work is gorgeous, as always. What a fabulous project ! And, we love the photos of your hike on Mt. Desert Island. How wonderful to be outside in such scenic surroundings ! Best wishes, and blessings, from Marina and Daryl Lynn
ReplyDeleteYour hike looks so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI really like the delicate applique block- very pretty!
great block Wendy - wow that is a lot of little pieces. My MIL had a lovely orange trumpet vine on the farm.
ReplyDeletegreat views from your hike - wow
Nicely done, Wendy. I have my parts cut out but the background isn't ready yet. After this block, a decision to be made. I think I want to do what you did by making a 4th pineapple block.
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