tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post7401158818967691700..comments2024-03-04T06:21:11.464-05:00Comments on Hartwood Roses: The 24-Hour QuiltConnie in Hartwoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-71445865550144969482015-12-26T08:27:06.553-05:002015-12-26T08:27:06.553-05:00Thank you! As expected, Caleb loved the colors .....Thank you! As expected, Caleb loved the colors ... but it was our daughter that truly appreciated the fact that this little quilt is a one-of-a-kind creation. I don't make stuff with that thought in mind, though. I mostly do what I can to make something that matches the idea in my mind. <br /><br />Heirloom? Is that another word for worn out and loved to death? (just kidding)Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-87498245101310180862015-12-26T08:24:42.883-05:002015-12-26T08:24:42.883-05:00The only intact fabric on the old red quilt is the...The only intact fabric on the old red quilt is the gingham that I used for the back and for some of the squares on the front. The other three patterns of calico are the ones that self-destructed. All that's left of those fabrics are the seams where they are joined together. I had no idea that gingham would be so durable.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-58008715197357144202015-12-26T08:21:24.364-05:002015-12-26T08:21:24.364-05:00Quilts have always had a special allure for me. A...Quilts have always had a special allure for me. As a child, I had a quilt made by my great grandmother on my bed. I buy old quilts whenever I find them at a good price, no matter whether I need another one or not. <br /><br />No such thing as messing up a quilt. However it comes out is okay, especially with one for a child like this one. It's gonna get 'loved' like the old one Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-53753964167650674202015-12-26T08:19:07.151-05:002015-12-26T08:19:07.151-05:00Grandkids know where all the good stuff is here. ...Grandkids know where all the good stuff is here. Snacks and cereal are in a lower cupboard where they have access to them, toys are in an armoire in the family room, and up in 'their' bedroom, and we are always very happy to have them. Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-79995477323001049802015-12-26T08:17:15.218-05:002015-12-26T08:17:15.218-05:00As long as you use polyester batting, you can get ...As long as you use polyester batting, you can get away with tying a quilt and not have the stuffing get all bunchy after it's washed a few times. Caleb's quilt used the lo-loft type, so it's softer and not as thick.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-56850415657774824752015-12-26T08:14:42.224-05:002015-12-26T08:14:42.224-05:00Doesn't matter how fast you are. I know that ...Doesn't matter how fast you are. I know that your grandsons' quilts are treasured. When Caleb opened his present yesterday, he knew right away that this new one was like his "red blankie" (has he calls it.) He agreed that he will put away the old one, but I doubt that will truly happen. As long as the old one holds a relatively rectangular shape, that is.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-89386137437032164552015-12-26T08:11:53.633-05:002015-12-26T08:11:53.633-05:00Without these helpers, projects would be completed...Without these helpers, projects would be completed faster and easier ... but without the company and the comedy relief. What I couldn't show you was how Dorothy was chasing my hands across the quilt as I smoothed the layers before I pinned things together. Never a dull moment here at the 'Manor.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-49580244438149295062015-12-22T05:28:57.067-05:002015-12-22T05:28:57.067-05:00What a glorious quilt, Connie, it is sure to becom...What a glorious quilt, Connie, it is sure to become another heirloom. Happy holidays.<br />Amalia<br />xo<br />handmade by amaliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15589172037052603746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-45575800763590639062015-12-21T21:01:51.565-05:002015-12-21T21:01:51.565-05:00My grandma always used to tie her quilts, too. I s...My grandma always used to tie her quilts, too. I still have two of hers, both made out of old overcoats. One definitely needs the back side replaced, as it looks a little like Caleb's original quilt! I don't think the fronts will ever wear out. I'm not sure what fabric those overcoats were made of but they seem indestructible! <br /><br />I love the colours you chose for the new quiltInsomniac's Attichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11713662124096176176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-85676290717077673052015-12-21T19:56:57.159-05:002015-12-21T19:56:57.159-05:00Wow, I LOVE it!
and I love the story of the old qu...Wow, I LOVE it!<br />and I love the story of the old quilt too.<br />I'm crazy about quilts but I just don't have the patience to try something like that and even if I did, I know I'd mess it up! LOL!<br />Love your helpers! I have a few of those myself. ;)<br />xoCindi Myershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01475347748831862659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-40066535760453307832015-12-21T19:10:04.781-05:002015-12-21T19:10:04.781-05:00So cute! And so special to have something made by ...So cute! And so special to have something made by a treasured loved one! I'll bet the grandkids absolutely love coming to your house! Stephen Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00657698116552267561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-80694437132674940522015-12-21T17:18:48.988-05:002015-12-21T17:18:48.988-05:00I love both the original and the new one! I will f...I love both the original and the new one! I will follow your example on tying when I make a quilt for my future niece/nephew in spring. I've done hand quilting and, to date, I've made one--yes, that's right--one quilt. LOL Hand tying would probably increase my production. ;-) Love your helpers!<br /><br />Merry Christmas!<br />Shirleygfe--gluten free easilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08182613995248482102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-22434685904333010162015-12-21T16:20:41.761-05:002015-12-21T16:20:41.761-05:00I also made quilts for my grandsons. You did a ver...I also made quilts for my grandsons. You did a very quick job, I'm not so fast in sewing, haha. Certainly Caleb will love it but, I know from experience, they never give up their old and worn blanket for a new one. So handy and cute to have these furry friends around when you are busy, love it.Janneke https://www.blogger.com/profile/11056916431881916066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-45226682333583110282015-12-21T14:24:33.447-05:002015-12-21T14:24:33.447-05:00Where would we be without our helpers!? The quilt...Where would we be without our helpers!? The quilt is beautiful - so is the old, loved one. Merry ChristmasC-ingspotshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17744931697050670013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-30876678832467728852015-12-21T06:44:56.963-05:002015-12-21T06:44:56.963-05:00Thanks! Tying a quilt is a whole lot faster than ...Thanks! Tying a quilt is a whole lot faster than quilting it. I probably could have quilted this by machine, but I prefer some sort of done-by-hand way to secure the layers ... hand-sewing is my favorite, but that is SO time consuming. Not something to be done with this one, as I started it with eleven days to go till Christmas.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-77529126494742656742015-12-21T06:41:59.178-05:002015-12-21T06:41:59.178-05:00We have so many pictures of all five babies with t...We have so many pictures of all five babies with this quilt. It was a go-to item to keep them warm, as a place to play on the floor, and as a comfort item. I hope this new one fills that role and that the old one can be retired with what little dignity remains.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-76124387815941114212015-12-21T06:40:19.830-05:002015-12-21T06:40:19.830-05:00Sewing squares takes a bit of precision ... I don&...Sewing squares takes a bit of precision ... I don't know about talent. This new quilt should last for a long time, unless Caleb picks at it. :)Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-38126134309223214502015-12-21T06:38:34.019-05:002015-12-21T06:38:34.019-05:00Thank you, Linda. I am pretty pleased with the wa...Thank you, Linda. I am pretty pleased with the way this new one came out.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-14480962325254985512015-12-21T06:33:49.917-05:002015-12-21T06:33:49.917-05:00Another example of our parallel lives between you ...Another example of our parallel lives between you and I, Julie dear. I made so many of our daughters’ clothes, most of their prom and homecoming dresses, coats and toys for dogs, home items, and so much more. A fabric store is a wonderland … so many wonderful possibilities!Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-58280154678289325522015-12-21T05:16:32.522-05:002015-12-21T05:16:32.522-05:00What a sweet post about a little old quilt, and a ...What a sweet post about a little old quilt, and a little new one. You did a wonderful job with both of them. I love the yarn ties.<br /><br />Happy Christmas dear Connie ~ Love & hugs ~ FlowerLadyFlowerLady Lorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678852154334714784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-44905301632864664472015-12-21T05:12:38.909-05:002015-12-21T05:12:38.909-05:00Love that the old quilt has been so cherished thro...Love that the old quilt has been so cherished through the years! Bet that new one will be, too!Ms. Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06263882972749791087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-90307258526645445712015-12-20T22:12:40.402-05:002015-12-20T22:12:40.402-05:00It's perfect!! You make it look so simple, bu...It's perfect!! You make it look so simple, but just having done one myself for the first time for a friend, I know that it takes talent, something I lack. Mine turned out pretty well, and yours I know will be a keepsake and treasure for the years ahead! ~Kim at Golden Pines~https://www.blogger.com/profile/02001523468339091407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-37342572702691561822015-12-20T19:57:46.968-05:002015-12-20T19:57:46.968-05:00Lovely story about the original quilt. I made my ...Lovely story about the original quilt. I made my babies quilts and knitted and sewed all kinds of things. I think the new quilt is just perfect and will be loved!Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12186806888262891917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-38896772128268054772015-12-20T19:09:33.793-05:002015-12-20T19:09:33.793-05:00Love the old and new quilt! Love the old and new quilt! Linda @ A La Cartehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16356471099319932835noreply@blogger.com