Sunday, November 27, 2011

Christmas Quilt for 2011

 "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas..."  Christmas Lights is my entry for SewCalGal's 2011 Christmas Quilt Show. 

Like all my quilts, this is one that has taken several years to become a QUILT:) It began as a fun mystery quilt from Bonnie Hunter of Quiltville.com in Quiltmaker Magazine. The pattern is now available on Bonnie's website to download for free. (at least today it is)  Christmas Lights has larger pieces than most of Bonnie's quilts. All the completed quilts that I've seen have been stunning. I'd love to try this one in different colors.
One of my goals this past year was to finish some of my Christmas quilts so that we could enjoy them during the holiday season.This is one quilt that will remain in our home. I love the fabrics. The red, gold, green and blacks have become some of my favorite tone-on-tone fabrics. The backing is one fabric. It makes a fabulous quilt, too. Most of these fabrics were purchased at Sweet Home Quilt Shop. I took a big risk with the border fabric. I purchased it in a quilt shop in Baton Rouge WITHOUT having the other fabrics with me. I felt like it might work, but was truly surprised at how much it works with this quilt.
Of course, all quilts including Christmas quilts, MUST be inspected by The Boss of the Family:) Please head to Insights from SewCalGal to enjoy the quilts in this year's Christmas Quilt Show.  
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44 comments:

  1. Stray Stitches (Linda G)November 29, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Beautiful quilt! And your border fabric looks like the perfect compliment. So glad that it passed the official inspection :)

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  2. Sue DaurioNovember 29, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Gorgeous!! I love Bonnie quilts and this is one of my favorites. You did a great job.

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  3. SandyNovember 29, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Such a pretty quilt.

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  4. DianeNovember 29, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I love the quilt! The colors are so rich. Every year I swear I will never make another Christmas quilt - I have so many. But, inevitably I find one I just have to have. They're so fun to work on, thinking of the season they represent.

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  5. Sandra KayeNovember 29, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Great Job!! I'm a huge BH fan. I'm working on the new Mystery!! Thanks for sharing !! hugs

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  6. JoannaNovember 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    It's a beautiful quilt, and I think you are right to keep it with you. I love Bonnie Hunter's designs.

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  7. Vroomans' QuiltsNovember 29, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    This is a super pattern and everyone's fabric/color choices make it so personal. Lovely border fabric! WOnderful job and thank you for sharing.

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  8. JanetNovember 29, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Great quilt! And I love your backing fabric. I have a little piece of that fabric in red.

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  9. BarbaraNovember 29, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Sweet! Oh, and I like your quilt too!

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  10. JulimondNovember 29, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    perfect.
    one of my favourites

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  11. Nanbon44November 29, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    wonderful quilt, and the boss is just to cute... why is it that dogs and cats always have to test out the quilts or steal them..

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  12. CalicojoanNovember 29, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    You know I have all those magazines. I need to find them and make one myself. I love your!

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  13. Carrie P.November 29, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Beautiful quilt. Bonnie sure does come up with some great designs.

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  14. WeedyMamaNovember 30, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    I recognize that border fabric! And, "the boss"?!?!? Every cat I ever had thought every quilt I made was for them. And I should have made one for them. They appreciated them more.

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  15. LesleyNovember 30, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    I adore this quilt! Love your choice of fabrics and the wonderful design!

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  16. SnoodlesNovember 30, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    That's just beautiful...your border fabric choice is perfect!

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  17. NimaNovember 30, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    lovely quilt

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  18. LynetteNovember 30, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    oh, wow - that sure is a stunning rendition of Christmas Lights!!

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  19. Quilter KathyNovember 30, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    It's such a fabulous quilt! Love it!

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  20. AngieNovember 30, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    It's beautiful! And so is your Boss quilt inspector. :D

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  21. JenNovember 30, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Such a gorgeous quilt! It looks so comfy. I've always wanted to do a Bonnie Hunter, but am so intimidated by the variety of fabrics needed. I need to work on my stash :) Sweet puppy too!

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  22. Needled MomNovember 30, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    It is such a beauty and the borders are perfect. I love the backing fabric as well.

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  23. Marcia - Crafty Sewing and QuiltingNovember 30, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Wonderful Christmas Quilt for the Quilt Show! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. maggieNovember 30, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Lovely Quilt, such pretty colors. Good job!

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  25. sew.darn.quiltNovember 30, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Fabulous quilt, charming little friend!
    Thank you for sharing.

    Carolyn

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  26. Christine MDecember 1, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    I love your quilt and that gorgeous "inspector" of the quilt!

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  27. QuiltSueDecember 1, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Your choice of border fabric is perfect. It looks like "the Boss" approves.

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  28. UnknownDecember 1, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    What an adorable boss! Love the cozy feeling of your quilt. Thanks for sharing!!!

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  29. Linda in Arkansas December 1, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Pretty quilt - and yes that border really does set it off and make it special. Obviously, or your little doggie won't be sitting on it. LOL!

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  30. Stitched With PrayerDecember 1, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Oh, your quilt is so beautiful. I love the fabrics and the backing is really gorgeous too. It certainly looks like your Christmas Quilt has be certified "Boss" approved, so it is official now, LOL. I have a couple of little furry bosses here too. They MUST inspect every thing we do to ensure quality control! Thanks for sharing your wonderful quilt AND the cute picture of the Boss checking it out. Hugs...

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  31. KarenDecember 2, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    This is a lovely quilt and great fro Christmas. it is so good to see mystery quilts completed.

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  32. MaryDecember 2, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Christmas Lights is one I want to make too. Yours is lovely!

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  33. JudiDecember 2, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Very nice quilt - and I love the fabric you used for the backing.

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  34. What Comes Next?December 2, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    that is a gorgeous quilt - I am so glad you got it done and shared it with us!

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  35. Teresa F.December 3, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    Your quilt looks amazing. What a lovely work. Love the colors. Thanks for sharing.

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  36. LaurelDecember 3, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    i think that border fabric really pulls it all together!

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  37. RachelDecember 3, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Awesome quilt. Thanks so much for sharing!!

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  38. JocelynDecember 3, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    I recognized Bonnie's pattern. You did a great job!

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  39. HeatherDecember 3, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Such a great quilt.

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  40. Karen ODecember 3, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    I like all the different methods of shapes, etc. Very pretty.

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  41. MicheleDecember 3, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Beautiful quilt! I adore that backing fabric.....great choice!

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  42. Kelli Fannin QuiltsDecember 4, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    That is just beautiful! :o) Love the fabrics and colors.

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  43. Barb NDecember 4, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Love the backside fabric - I've seen it in the stores and wondered how I could use it. Now I know!

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  44. UnknownDecember 4, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    A very beautiful quilt. Most the the quilts my Mother made were muslin backed. Love the colorful fabrics that are used now. Yours is especially nice.
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