Friday, October 28, 2011

Happy Housekeeping:FALL BLOGGER'S QUILT FESTIVAL

Welcome to the Blogger's Quilt Festival everyone! I am so excited to show you my entry, Happy Housekeeping. This simple log cabin quilt makes a big impact through the use of color blocking in each of the 12 inch blocks.
 The happy-colored 30's fabrics make me smile every time I look at them. An all-over, flowery quilting pattern works great to give the quilt an antique look when washed and dried to crinkly perfection!
The backing fabric features some old-fashioned kitchen elements and, combined with vintage inspired charm squares, is a fun compliment to the log cabin front.
 I have many happy memories of hours spent with my friend and soul-mate, Jan, as we sewed on the blocks over the span of about one year. We each would make two exact blocks and share one with the other, creating twin quilts. I think Jan and I have created close to a dozen different quilt patterns in this way over the last 20 years!
 Making quilts with a good friend is one of my very favorite things to do.  Sharing them with you is another!
Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy the rest of the quilts in the festival.



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41 comments:

  1. trishOctober 28, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    What a darling quilt.
    And heartwarming story.

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  2. Andie JohnsonOctober 28, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Lovely, Carla. Just beautiful.

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  3. SelfsewnOctober 28, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Yep it's a beaut!
    So nice to make a quilt with a partner.
    Clare

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  4. SarahZOctober 28, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Lovely:) Making a "twin" quilt with a friend, another something to aspire to.

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  5. LisaOctober 28, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Carla, what a beautiful story! It's really inspired me. Love your quilt too!

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  6. KarenOctober 28, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Love this one!! Is it new?? You quilts look so amazing outdoors!

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  7. JanOctober 28, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    What a fun log cabin!

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  8. UnknownOctober 28, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Very very pretty!!! love the 30s colors!

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  9. Live a Colorful LifeOctober 28, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    It's a beautiful quilt and I love the thought of making "twin" quilts with a friend. Hey, wait a minute. You and I are kind of doing that--not twins exactly, but definitely siblings, don't you think??

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  10. CarlaOctober 28, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    I love the softness you have created. This quilt came out adorable!

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  11. KathyOctober 28, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I love it when I read stories about friends making quilts together, because my friend and I do the same thing! It's so much fun. Your log cabins came out beautifully.

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  12. ValentinaOctober 28, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Oh, what a beauty! Serious loveliness. and your pictures: swooning!
    I agree, making quilts with friends, is what it is all about!
    Greetings from Cyprus,
    Valentina

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  13. SusanOctober 28, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Your last photo really showcases that pretty quilt so well!

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  14. LynneOctober 28, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I can relate to that sentiment - I enjoy my "making time" so much more when sharing it with my (25yo) DD: my crafting buddy!

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  15. AngieOctober 28, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Love your use of color - the effect is charming. And how fun that you shared the process with a quilting buddy!

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  16. Heidi GrohsOctober 28, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Makes me want to go roll in the grass with it wrapped around me!!!
    So beautiful!!!

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  17. Linda at Roscoe's MaOctober 28, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    This does look like an antique quilt! It is so pretty...

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  18. MaryOctober 28, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Carla, I love this quilt! Love the colors and the fabrics...not to mention the pattern!!! I really need to add this to my to-do list!!!

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  19. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Quilt LOVE!!

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  20. Steffi´s Candy QuiltsOctober 29, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Very beautiful! I love the soft colors. And the last picture with the pumpkins in the background is great! :-)

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  21. JoyceTOctober 29, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Charming quilt!

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  22. FlourishingPalmsOctober 29, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    What a pretty quilt in pretty surroundings. You have a good friend in Jan, especially if you can get your block sizes to agree! Very nicely done. Thanks for showing us such lovely autumn scenery.

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  23. AnonymousOctober 29, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Gorgeous quilt! Love it!

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  24. Kit LangOctober 29, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Thanks for sharing your lovely quilt. :)

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  25. CarlaOctober 29, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    It's beautiful Carla. Great photo.

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  26. felicityOctober 29, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    I totally love that you and your friend have been making quilts together, and I totally love this quilt!

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  27. UnknownOctober 29, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Thank you for sharing your quilt and your story. it's very pretty.

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  28. EileenOctober 30, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Lovely quilt done so nicely and with a beautiful back, too! Thanks for sharing and have a great day. Jealous of having your grandchildren so close. One family is across the country from me right now, other 200 miles away...all too far but thankfully there are modern ways to keep in touch

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  29. Lucy | Charm About YouOctober 30, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Wow Carla that quilt is fantastic! I love the design and those fabrics are gorgeous! :)

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  30. Julie FukudaOctober 30, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Lucky you and lucky friend! The quilt has meaning behind the beauty.

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  31. Sarcastic QuilterOctober 30, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    It is very pretty and does have a homey and comfy look about it. It's great you are able to make twin sister quilts with your friend. So sweet. :)

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  32. KarenOctober 30, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Lovely quilt I really like the fabrics you have used. Your photos look great, too.

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  33. quirky granola girlOctober 31, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    i love how you share the process with a friend. how fun and meaningful.

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  34. MaritOctober 31, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    I think I just found my very most favorite quilt of this seasons blogger festival.
    And your pictures does it justice, too.
    If I just had the patience to make those log cabins....
    ; )

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  35. KarenOctober 31, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I like your Log Cabin style quilt entry. It is what I would call a deep pastel quilt.

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  36. Lisa D.November 1, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Beautiful - I love this!

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  37. straythreadsNovember 2, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Love your quilt and the back. great photos
    ann

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  38. StaciNovember 3, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Lovely quilt, and thank you for sharing its story.

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  39. Little Island QuiltingNovember 4, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Lovely quilt and I particularly love the last photo with the pumpkins.

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  40. SherryNovember 4, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    This quilt is just wonderful. So are your photos. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  41. MarthaNovember 19, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    This quilt is beautiful...love the photos. Thank you for sharing.

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