Day 11 ~ Got quilts?

You'll have to wait one more day to find out who the Day 10 winner is.  Are?

I'm writing this before midnight 'cuz this girl needs some sleep and this thing is going to be posted at 4:00 am, my time!  I'm dedicated but not quite that dedicated.  Besides, if I wrote this at 4:00 am, this would read a little bit like this... 20ma/;.lks .,maslkd gibberish... gibberish... and more gibberish...

Or maybe just more gibberish than usual. 

Is it Christmas yet?

 
Isn't that a pretty tree?  It isn't mine.  Mine is still in a box in the garage.  (Behind 6,728 boxes of fabric and quilt-y stuff.)

Thank you for all the funny, silly, kind, wonderful and terrific comments!  Lo mismo vale para los comentarios en espanol.  Soy capaz de leer a pesar de que no escribe bien en espanol mas porque mi practica no es suficiente.

I'm glad you like the candy canes.  I admit it - I was hoping you would since I think they're pretty fab.

Alert!  Ginger told me that I'm supposed to remember to tell you that you can dilute the Stiffy Fabric Stiffener.  She usually does it in a 1 part Stiffy to 1 part water.  I don't.  She does.  She then told me to make sure I remember to tell you that she's made more of them than I have... you decide. 

Have I ever told you that Ginger does that to me every year before Market?  She starts calling me about one month before Market saying Alert! Alert! Thirty-days until Market!  The countdown continues all the way up to the day before I leave for Market.  While it gets a little annoying, it's also a terrific reminder and it's really pretty funny.  Though it must be said that I have hung up on her once or twice.

But I digress.

Shamlessly borrowed from "somewhere".  My "tablescape" would never look that good.  All those glass vases would have fingerprints on them... and Rosie would have tried to eat the faux snow.

:::sigh:::

To the important stuff!

Today's Cross Country Christmas Quilt Designer Blog Hop Queen for a Day is... wait, I need to catch my breath after that... Roseann of Rosebuds Cottage!  I have to tell you that I love Roseann even though we've never actually met.  Por quoi?  Right after they came out, Olfa did some kind of a promotional thing whereby they sent me one of their brand-spanking-new 45mm Quick-Change rotary cutters and 6" x 12" Frosted Rulers.  I loved them!  They've been my favorites ever since, and Roseann is the person who e-mailed me to ask if I'd gotten them, how I liked them, etc.  She must have had something to do with it, right?  I love the rotary cutter/ruler... I love Roseann!  That makes sense, doesn't it?

I'm sure Roseann will have a wonderful project for you today so go see what it is!  And don't forget to leave a comment so you can be entered in her drawing for a terrific prize!  I'll keep my fingers crossed that it includes one of these.  If it is, you'll love it!

Did you see Roseann's tree?  (Actually, I don't know if the tree is hers... she just had the picture on her blog.)  Just thinking about it makes me smile.

 
Beer cans.  

Then hop on over to see what Kari, Pam, Heather, Pat, Terry, Terri, Sherri, Linda, Gudrun and Sandy do with about quilts at Christmas.

By the way, how cool is it that Kari also has a brother named Mark!  I bet her Mark is as wonderful as my Mark... well, almost.  My Mark is the wonderfulest. 

Today's topic is favorite Christmas quilt or using quilts to decorate for Christmas.

I have one and I do that!

My favorite Christmas quilt is always the most recent one.  Isn't it always?

This is it ~ it's back from Australia and it is destined to be on the couch after Thanksgiving.  Or on a quilt rack in the family room.  Maybe I should display it like this...

 
As for using quilts at Christmas and decorating with them, I do that too. 

If it's got red, green, tan, cream or brown in it ~ and preferrably a combination of all of the above ~ then it gets to make an appearance at the holidays.  There is usually a quilt or two on the couch, one or two on a quilt rack ~ red, of course ~ and one or two over a chair or ottoman.  I have put one on the table ~ though nobody is allowed to eat on it! ~ but now I have a red quilted boutis tablecloth from Williams-Sonoma.  If you want a good reason why quilts are a bad idea on a table where food is served, you might want to take a close look at my red boutis.  My brother spilled wine on it the first year I had it.  Maybe he should consider getting me that Porsche after all...

I couldn't find any pictures of my house at Christmas with the quilts, and I figured that most of you would recognize the pictures from one of the Thimbleberries Christmas books so I couldn't really "borrow" any pictures. 

So these are the quilts that I've pulled out to use this Christmas.  They are being washed and aired out so they will be all soft and wonderful for snuggling on the couch to watch all those old Christmas movies and specials. 

 
Zuzu's Petals ~ Christmas Folk Art Wedding II.

This quilt will be going on the wall above the sofa in the family room.

SFNK ~ A couple of red prints and a cream print.  This will go on the quilt rack or over a chair. 

On a side note, I made this quilt from fabric I had in my "stash" and that includes the backing.  After dropping it off at the quilter, I stopped at the quilt shop and bought enough fabric for two quilts.  One step forward... two steps back. 

Brand New Day ~ An old Jinny Beyer print was the starting point for this quilt.  Even though it isn't Christmas fabric, this quilt always looks like it belongs at Christmas.  This will go on the quilt rack.

Lucille ~ Christmas Folk Art Wedding III.

My Mom loves this one ~ and another one I made from the same collection.  I'll show you a picture of that one when I get the binding on it.  Can you believe that I forgot all about the quilt and then misplaced the binding?  I have both set aside and when I can get to my sewing machine, I'll finish the binding!  By Christmas - of this year!  I promised my Mom I would and since she wants to use it on her bed, I think that makes it a priority.

That's it for today.  I'm off to work on my sewing room.  But I'll be back tomorrow for Day 12... the last day.  Boo hoo.

Will you miss me? 

Twelve days of me?  Not a chance!  You'll be happy to have a little peace and quiet!

Say Hi to Roseann for me!

Comments

[Wendy]

Love seeing all the beautiful quilts you decorate with. I'm sure your home is filled with warmth for the holidays.

[Thelma]

I LOVE all the holiday quilts, makes me realize I need more!

I hate to break up all this holiday joy but I have quick question. I blogged about a couple of quilts and the patterns are no longer available. It was a shop hop pattern from 12 different stores. Someone has asked for copies of the patterns I have, what should I do?

Thanks!

[Kathy J]

Oh my gosh, Zuzu's Petals is so beautiful! All your Christmas quilts are, but especially Zuzu. Darn, I'm not going to be able to get any work done effectively all day today, obsessing about that quilt and hunting down fabric! ;o)

[Jayne Honnold]

I love your quilts, Carrie. Looking at quilt pictures never gets old, does it?

[margi]

very, very kewl quilts for the holidays. I'm thinking I better get some things out pretty soon. I can't believe Turkey day is just about here! YIKES!

[Audrey]

Don't you LOVE Folk Art Christmas? I think I got them all from I to IV!! And I am still making quilts from them. Love your quilts and humour!

[Darlene]

Those quilts are so timeless - remember we chatted about your patterns being "timeless" - here's your example. :-)

Love 'em all.

[Stina]

Your quilts are just wonderful.. it must be such a pleasure to pick them out and d ecorate for Xmas... :o)
Have one question... The Stiffy used... for the canes.. can you tell me a little bit more of what it is... so I can try to find something like this in Sweden?
Thanks:o)

[Cathy McMann]

Lovely collection of Christmas quilts; thanks for sharing. Is there a pattern or directions for the pinwheel quilt your referred to as just having returned from Australia?

[Jewel]

Those quilts are gorgeous. I wish I had some of my quilts. Unfortunately when I say I lost everything I mean everything. I had a bunch of Christmas Folk Art Wedding II and it was my favorite. Oh well just take a few years to get back to some quiltiness around the house.

[Jocelyn]

These quilts are beautiful! Wow you gals must be tired. 120 posts in 10 days by 12 designers! Whew! It's been fun :-)

[Linda H]

I am ALWAYS searching for the binding when I get a quilt back. How stupid....there must be smart things to do about that??

[Jocelyn]

duhh.... guess I did it today. There were 144 posts in 12 DAYS by 12 designers ;-)

[Nicole]

What a wonderful collection of holiday quilts! You have me thinking about getting mine out already.

[Pat]

I just found out that you WERE at Boxwood and Berries! I asked my friends if they knew who you were because you looked so familiar. I borrowed your pen several times, thanks again. I wish that we would have had more of a chance to chat. Love your patterns. Good luck with your sewing room.

[Sandy (Strlady)]

I don't have any Christmas quilts (except for my new Schnibble pattern from last month). I love the warm homey feeling they give teh place but I rarely keep my quilts. They get bound and they fly over to everyone elses houses. I am determined that this coming year, I will make more quilts for myself. That includes a patriotic quilt and a Xmas quilt. I love the quilt called "Lucille ~ Christmas Folk Art Wedding III". It's just beautiful!

[Ruby]

Thank you so much for the Christmas Quilt Show!

[Jenny]

My eye is drawn to those red and white quilts. Just so striking and timeless. Lovely.

[Carol Sc]

Following these blogs for twelve days has been a lot of fun. I've met many new designers. Love your Christmas quilts!

[Julie in WA]

Gorgeous quilts! I have no Christmas quilts, but I am feeling inspired...

[Sequana]

I'm sure there's a funny name for diluted Stiffy, but this is a family blog, right? *L*

[Laurie]

What a great collection of Christmas quilts. Oh, and I forgot to comment about the seam allowances in the candy canes. I stared at that pictures for what seemed like hours. Brilliant. Of course, doll makers would do it with all those teeny-tiny things to stuff. Thanks for posting that - I will remember it.

[Live a Colorful Life]

You just make me laugh. And then your quilts totally inspire me. Thanks!

[Darlis]

Such lovely quilts. This blog hop has been such fun. Sad to think it's almost over.

[lovetostitch]

Gosh, I feel like I've been to a quilt show - it was fab!!! Of course, red is my favorite color for any occasion, and couldnt pick just one fave. Interesting use of the Jinny Byers fabric. I also dilute my stiffy stuff - have used it on other projects, oh which reminds me - remember the decorpage and stiffy bows on the baskets..... hahaha!! Well, I was lax yesterday, with a busy day, and didnt get to all the blogs, so will have to check the rest out - I will be sorry when this is over. I usually have been reading with a cup of coffee, and yes you will be missed, but gosh yall must be exhausted little elves!!

[Patty]

I love the red & white pinwheel quilt. I decorate with my Christmas quilts also. It's fun to move things around and set out all the fun Christmasy decorations.

[marta]

Tan bonitos tus edredones, tan lindos Estos paseos diarios, voy a extrañar.

[Mary-Kay]

Your quilts are beautiful. I guess one could never have too many Christmas quilts. I better make a few more.

[arlette]

Hola Carrie, pues te dire que me estaba matando para escribirte en ingles y tu puedes hablar en espanol!!!!, bad girl, bad girl, lol, no just kidding!; was surprised when I saw your spanish note..., well your quilts look gorgeous, I adooore them!, I just have 3 small christmas quilt but I'm making a big one it's 60"X 60", I can't wait to finish it!, it's turning really pretty, I made applique on it. Bueno, ya me tengo que ir, espero tener suerte con el sorteo :D, hasta la vista baby,and I'll be terribly miss you for sure, you asked :D

[Cara]

The red one could go behind your couch, and you could leave it there til after Valentine's Day! Double duty is always awesome. ;)

[helen]

I love the Lucille pattern. I had forgotten about it until I did a search for your patterns on the Hancock Paducah site and it appeared in the list. I am going to order it because it would be perfect for my stash of Folk Art Christmas fabric.

[helen]

P.S. I love all your Christmas quilts. I've got to get a Christmas quilt in my queue of projects.

[Marsha]

I love and have all the patterns to the Christmas quilts featured here on your blog! I cannot wait to make the one featured in the Australia magazine! It is beautiful!

[Elizabeth]

I'm glad you put this post up. So many of us are blog-hopping (I guess that's the idea) but I've had you on my own personal blog page for a long time now--I like your style and writing.

Thanks, like I said, for this post--I guess I hadn't thought much about draping, and placing and setting quilts in other places than the beds. Your quilts give me lots of inspiration for a quick way to bring the Christmas cheer into my home--with all my red/white quilts (actually only two, but I'm usually using them for Valentine's Day). I'm at that point where I decorate less and less--hating to get it all out and hating to put it all away. But my quilts are always accessible.

Yay! for you today.

[Carol]

What a wonderful Christmas quilt show. OMG I love the one from the Australian magazine...which magazine should we be looking for? Folk Art Christmas was such amazing fabric.

[Patty]

Your quilts are absolutely stunning! They are truly inspiring. What is the name of your latest favorite, featured in the Australian magazine... is it a pattern out in print or one of your big quilt patterns, yet to make its debut? Thank you for sharing your beautiful work!

[dortha]

I knew I had been saving my Folk Art Christmas fabric for a reason. Love your quilts made out of them.

[Marianne]

Lucille is my introduction to you, Carrie! I was in a quilt shop and a customer was looking at the book, pattern?, don't remember which, and I was hooked! That is the most beautiful quilt. It is on my list of must-makes! Your Mom has good taste!!!

[Leslie Schmidt]

Boy, I love the look of Zuzu's Petals. It has a charm and warmth that make it good year around.

[Jacqueline]

I am really enjoying all the christmas cheers you share with us here. :) Yep, it's my first time here and i am really enjoying your lovely blog. Love your quilts! Have a lovely merry happy day and love to you!

[Judy]

I for one am going to miss all of you after tomorrow. I'll keep your blogs in my favorites so I can check back with you periodically to see what's new.

[Maryann biesterveld]

I love the way you ramble from one thing to the next like we're in the same room just having a chat. I do love your candy canes! Maryann

[Karen L.]

Could you please let us know how we can get the pattern for the Australian quilt? It is one of my favorites!
Karen L.

[Leslie]

When you make whole quilt from your stash, your reward is new fabric. I use quilts on my tables. But use a protective clear cover

[Busy Little Quilter]

Your Christmas quilts are gorgeous. I, too, love the Christmas Folk Art Wedding collections. I have a couple of quilts made or started in those!

I, too, love your quilt in Austrailian Handmade magazine. I love the border technique.

I decorate with a lot of Christmas quilts, too.

[Denise]

Carrie, love your holiday quilts.
Denise

[Mandy]

Hey I’ve been following your blog for a while now!!! I think that this might be something you would be interested in. Maybe you’d like to participate or just do a little post about it! I’d love to see it be a great book ☺ (P.S. I’m not getting anything for passing the message along!)
Mandy from http://thatssewmandy.blogspot.com
All the info is taken from…
http://quiltinggallery.com/quilters-cookbook/
They posted on their blog:
I'm very pleased to organize the first-ever Quilter's Cookbook with recipes from quilters around the world. Everyone is welcome to submit a recipe, a photo of their favourite quilt and a story for inclusion in the Cookbook. The submission deadline is November 28, 2009.
The Quilter's Cookbook will be available for sale as a downloadable PDF file in early December 2009. The price will be determined based on the number of recipes submitted and the number of advertising sponsors.
The Cookbook is being created as a fundraising effort to help off-set some of the costs associated with running the Quilting Gallery site and to fund new community-based features planned for 2010. Please help support the community!
The theme for this Cookbook is "Quick and easy recipes, so we can get back to quilting!".

[Lissa]

Carrie
I just ADORE your red/cream quilt.. I dont have a lot of christmas quilts (um two actually).. summer in australia is definatley NOT quilty weather... its 112F here today, and not even summer yet..
thanks for sharing your quilts!

[Denise]

Carrie
Your holiday quilts a beautiful Love the Folk Art Wedding quilts.
Denise

[Kristine]

Thank you for blogging for the past 12 days, Carrie--what a treat for me!! I had to comment on this post because Lucille is my most loved and treasured quilt. You know how people ask about that one possession to be rescued from a fire...? Lucille.