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If you recall from my description of inspiration for the Fox Wholecloth quilting detail, I was inspired by some of J.R.R. Tolkien's maps for The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings series. I was therefore excited yesterday to read more about an exhibition of Tolkien's alternate reality art, maps, and languages.
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In case you missed it on the blog...
When I shared my Crop Circles Table Runner in December, I immediately wanted to create a tutorial to show how I pieced the quarter arch blocks. Earlier in February, I was able to share the tutorial.
Note that this tutorial does not cover in depth tips on sewing quarter circles and assumes a basic proficiency in curved piecing.
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I created the Octangle quilt pattern as my 2018 Patreon pattern, and as such it was only available to those who signed up to support me via Patreon for $1 or more per month. On February 4th I was able to reveal the design and the pattern is now available for purchase in my Quilting Jetgirl Shop! The pattern is fat quarter friendly and comes in three sizes: baby, lap (shown above), or queen.
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Bubbly {2019 Patreon Pattern}
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Early February is a big pattern release time for me. I get to share the old Patreon reward pattern and release the new pattern.
Toward the end of 2018 I asked my patrons to vote on two quilt patterns: I wanted to use one to submit for consideration for the 2020 Quilter’s Planner companion magazine and the other I would use as the 2019 Patreon Pattern. One of the quilt patterns featured a transparency design and the other was a design with curved piecing. The vote was perfectly divided, and a lot of my patrons mentioned that they were looking to expand their skill sets and give curved piecing a try. So instead of using either of the suggested patterns, I decided to create a pattern based on the Babsie mini quilt that would offer both transparency play and curved piecing.
My husband loved the design as well, and as I had wanted to make at least 3 bed quilts for us to use and enjoy in Wabi-Sabi Overland, I was thrilled to get to piece Bubbly in our selected Kona Cotton color palette: Ocean, Astral, Lake, and Sky (darkest to lightest). Bubbly fits in Wabi-Sabi Overland perfectly and with the bed now installed, it’s only a matter of time before we get to sleep under the new quilt!
In past years, I have kept my Patreon design pattern a secret for the full year but also sold the pattern as a “mystery quilt” pattern for the year. Because I will be using this quilt in Wabi-Sabi Overland, I knew that I would need to reveal the pattern this year. So the only way to receive the 2019 Patreon pattern is to become a Quilting Jetgirl patron and pledge at least $1 per month.
The Bubbly pattern is written for a baby and twin size quilt and the pattern contains detailed information to help you select your fabrics and confidently piece curves. I recommend using the quarter circle templates from Jen Carlton Bailly, but the pattern also contains paper templates for your use as well.
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Earlier this week, the full list of instructors for the Vermont Quilt Festival was announced. I will be teaching 4 workshops during the event:
- Triangle Transparency (full day workshop)
- Wayward Transparency (full day workshop)
- Exploring Design Constraints through Mini Mini Quilts (full day workshop)
- Transparency Quilt Design (half day workshop)
Stay tuned to the Vermont Quilt Festival website for more details on the classes and registration, which will be opening soon!
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I will be leaving for Nashville in less than 48 hours. I'm not quite ready, and with the winter weather predicted for my area, I might need to pack and make sure I can get out of town before any road closures to make sure I can make my flight. Eek!
I am thrilled to be returning for my 3rd year on the QuiltCon crew. The crew is comprised of MQG staff and volunteers. I am one of the "volunteers", although in return for all the long hours and hard work I put in, I do get my transportation, room, and board covered during the event.
As part of the crew, I arrive early and stay late. I work long hours: sometimes 5:30 in the morning to as late as 10:30 at night... or whatever is needed to make sure the show is ready.
I will be focusing my time co-hosting the workshop area again this year, so if you see me running around, please wave and say hi. Being at QuiltCon is an amazing experience and I am passionate about giving back to this community that means so much to me through my efforts on the crew.
If you are traveling to Nashville to attend, safe travels, and I hope to see you there!
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Upcoming Quilting Jetgirl Events
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- February 24, 2019 - Transparency Quilt Design Workshop, QuiltCon 2019, Nashville, Tennessee Sold Out / Waiting List Started
- March 25, 2019 - Transparency Color Selection Tips and Tricks (with Trunk Show), Bear Valley Quilt Guild, Los Osos, CA
- March 26, 2019 - Wayward Transparency Workshop, Bear Valley Quilt Guild, Los Osos, CA
- April 11, 2019 - Trunk Show, Village Quilt Guild, Hot Springs, Arkansas
- April 12, 2019 - Wayward Transparency Workshop, Village Quilt Guild, Hot Springs, Arkansas
- *June 26, 2019 - Triangle Transparency, Vermont Quilt Festival, Burlington, Vermont
- *June 27, 2019 - Wayward Transparency, Vermont Quilt Festival, Burlington, Vermont
- *June 28, 2019 - Exploring Design Constraints: Mini Mini Quilts, Vermont Quilt Festival, Burlington, Vermont
- *June 29, 2019 - Transparency Quilt Design (Design Class), Vermont Quilt Festival, Burlington, Vermont
*Registration opens in March!
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The next few weeks are going to be a blur of hard work and fun. If you are traveling during this season, I highly recommend making sure you rest, drink lots of water, get some Vitatmin C, and some down time to take care of your self.
I'm hoping you might remind me that it's OK for me to do those things, too, if you happen to see me running by in a blur!
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