Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Fun with Appliqué


I did a little hand applique this past weekend and finished my Cheryl Wall quilt. I must say I didn't enjoy the pointy stars, I just struggled with getting those points. It's done and I'm happy with how it turned out.
The remainder of the weekend was spending time here. We did a long walk on the beach at low tide and were surprised on the way back how fast the tide comes in. It was a very relaxing weekend filled with sun, sand a little stitching.

Happy Quilting!

18 comments:

Terry said...

Your quilt looks wonderful! And I'd give about anything for a walk on the beach! It looks like a lovely place to visit! :0)

Heartsdesire said...

Love this quilt, Wendy. Getting the points on those stars can be a problem, but yours look great. The black background sure makes everything pop. My son and his family are coming over from Vancouver and a day at the beach is on the to-do list.

Kindred Quilts said...

That beach walk really appeals to someone in the land locked midwest... how relaxing! LOVE your quilt! Is the background black or a dark blue? Either way, it makes the blocks and applique just pop!

Lee Prairie Designs said...

Beautiful view...love the black sashing used in your wonderful appliqued quilt...well done!!!

Carolyn

Lesley said...

Holy moly your quilt is gorgeous! Well done...and I think the points look fantastic!

em's scrapbag said...

Your applique is stunning. Love how the quilt turned out!

barbara woods said...

beautiful quilt

KaHolly said...

You did a great job on your quilt. Doesn't that beach look inviting??

Susan said...

I don't like doing the star points either, but I think I improve a little very time I do one. Sounds like a lovely weekend.

Kimberly said...

Beautiful... and beautiful! Don't you love that our neck of the woods has both beaches AND Cheryl Wall in person?

sunny said...

Oh my gosh - what a wonderful quilt! I haven't tried much applique yet, but I'm dabbling. Walking on the beach is my most favorite thing on earth!!

Lori said...

That sounds very nice and relaxing. Love the primitive chunky applique and quilt!! I'm sure your applique is lovely!!

paulette said...

Man, I love this sweet topper!! Good for you!!
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Darlene said...

Oh, a walk on the beach sounds heavenly. sigh!

I love, love, love your topper, Wendy.

Leeanne said...

Love the nine patch!!!
Have you seen Jan Patek's recent post? She has a wonderful tutorial on applique points, well worth a look.

Me and My Stitches said...

Wow - LOVE your quilt!! It is just perfect. And that walk on the beach doesn't look bad either!

Carole said...

Lovely quilt! I'm with you on stars, no matter how many I do, it's just not my favourite part! Sounds like you had a lovely time. I miss the ocean. It's been a long time for me! Thanks for sharing!

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