Friday, March 16, 2012

Blind Man's Fancy Finale

Ta-Da! For some reason whenever I am pulling a freshly made washed and dried quilt from the drier I always feel a bit relieved that it didn't fall apart. It isn't like I think it will, just a fleeting thought....am I the only one?

Here it is fresh from the washer and dryer. I'm thrilled to pieces!!






I started this quilt in November of 2009. My philosophy is some quilts cannot be rushed!! And why should they? I enjoyed every minute of this quilt.

This sucked.....
Especially when I only had this much left. Now that it has a different color here,  I'll be able to tell easily which end is the bottom.

My label says:
Blind Man's Fancy
made by
Lori DeJarnatt
Nov. 2009- March 2012
Reproduced from an 
antique quilt made
by
Marie Boag
New York 1880-1890


Here is the inspiration quilt.
Beth aka The Quilt Doctor posted directions for this block in 2009.  Free! it is a beauty, that's for sure!!
Thanks for following along in my progress and giving me all the encouragement.
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74 comments:

  1. julieQMarch 16, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    Lori, your quilt is truly beautiful. Enjoy that warm, freshly crinkled feeling!!!

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  2. SusieMarch 16, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    It looks so soft and wrinkly now, just perfect. My favorite feeling.
    I don't worry about a quilt falling apart after first wash, just if any color decided to run, even tho I pre/wash and use a color catcher. I would be crushed if the colors ran.

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  3. DonieneMarch 16, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    Lori, I "covet" this quilt!!!! It is amazing - as good as the antique!! You did an excellent reproduction!!!
    In particular I love the yellows - not a color I have quilted much with - so something for the future!!

    What kind of batting? I love the look!

    Thanks for sharing!

    Blessings

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  4. DarleneMarch 16, 2012 at 6:36 AM

    Oh, Lori, it's beautiful. One to be treasured.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous. What a treasure!! Hearty congratulations for a beautiful finish.

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  6. KimmeMarch 16, 2012 at 6:53 AM

    Looks fantastic Lori :-) you can really see the quilting now and yes I always have a bit of a panic but more about colour runs than falling apart!

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  7. Sewing SueMarch 16, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    What a great quilt! We can tell you loved it, and that you enjoyed making (and finishing) it!

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  9. pauletteMarch 16, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    Your quilt is a BEAUTY!! An heirloom for sure!! And I love how you handled the binding! Great idea! When I wash my quilts I always worry about the colours running...guess if I prewashed my fabrics I wouldn't worry about that...then I could worry about them falling apart instead! :o)
    Take care!
    P

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  10. Sewing SueMarch 16, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    Sorry, I evidently posted twice. And now this is a third... I must have REALLY liked the quilt! I sometimes worry about the seams when piecing because there are some fabrics that seem to ravel forever. But you did a great job.

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  11. JuliannMarch 16, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    This is so beautiful! Well done.

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  12. YankeeQuilterMarch 16, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    Looks wonderful! I'm with Susie...even though I prewash I worry that a bit of fabric would slip by e and run in the wash...

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  13. JanetMarch 16, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    It looks marvelous!! Wonderfully scrappy and with so much lovely texture. It would be such a fun project to start... :0)`

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  14. CherylMarch 16, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    This is over the top wonderful!! And I agree...nothing better than a crinkly, washed quilt.

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  15. Nancy Near PhiladelphiaMarch 16, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    I love,love, love this quilt, Lori. Bravo!

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  16. O'QuiltsMarch 16, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Wonderful job

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  17. CheriMarch 16, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    It is lovely. I also like to wash and dry my quilts when they are finished, I love the look of them when they come out. I must admit, though, there is always that little hesitiation, will it come out alright, so no, you are not the only one. The really great quilts, would not be so satisfying if they did not take us a long time, and this is another great quilt Lori.

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  18. Betty LouMarch 16, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    It is truly beautiful, I am amazed at the awesome heirlooms that you create.

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  19. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    Lori, your quilt is absolutely gorgeous! I feel a sense of relief every time my quilts come out of the dryer just knowing they made it through another laundering without any machine malfunctions. I have front-loading machines now that I love because they are so gentle when they need to be. There is nothing like the feeling of a warm, freshly dried quilt though, so its worth the risk. :-))

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  20. Pinkadot QuiltsMarch 16, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    A lovely quilt. It even looks a little antique!
    Yes I am always afraid of the same thing happening when I open the washing machine....

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  21. reganMarch 16, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    Lori....it's stunning! And I totally have the same feeling every time I wash a quilt for the 1st time. I hold my breath a little when opening that dryer door.....but it's always ok. Whew! I don't know why we do that? So funny!

    I have BMF on my 'must make' list.....I think I need to start kitting it up! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  22. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    Your quilt has such an authentic vintage look to it - great job!

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  23. Carrie ~ Cricketwood PrimsMarch 16, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Snuggle up- thats what that quilt says to me. I love the geometrical and scrap look of the quilt, definitely has the antique look. Enjoy your creation!

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  24. MaryMarch 16, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    No, you aren't the only one who hopes the quilt is still in one piece. But I like the look of a washed and dried quilt so much more than a really flat quilt with no dimension that it's worth the wait to find out.

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  25. libbyquilterMarch 16, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    i DO always have that same thought~!
    and the relief and pleaure upon taking it out of the dryer . . . nothing like it~!
    this really turned out fabulously~! and looks so much like the original~!!!~
    well done Lori.

    :-)
    libbyQ

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  26. SharonMarch 16, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    This is one of my favorite quilts I've ever seen. I've printed the pattern and its in my bucket list of projects. I think your fabric selection was amazing for this and I truly LOVE it.

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  27. The Nifty StitcherMarch 16, 2012 at 10:36 AM

    `A wonderful quilt - totally worth all the hard work.Congratulations :)

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  28. audreyMarch 16, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    I adore your quilt. The repro look is absolutely wonderful! And yes, everytime I pull a quilt out of the washer or dryer, I'm anxiously looking for problem areas even though I've never had to experience it.:)

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  29. LorisMarch 16, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    That really IS a beauty! Lovely work and thanks for sharing the site where you go the block instructions. Your quilt came out the drier looking very inviting!

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  30. Donna KeatingMarch 16, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    It should come to my house for safe keeping. My cat Ranger the watch cat and I would take really care of your quilt. I promise! LOL

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  31. JanMarch 16, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    Yes, it's a snuggler now, for sure! Will you use it, or display first? It was beautiful as a top, but the quilting really does make the quilt!
    I am always happy to see that nothing bled!

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  32. AnnetteMarch 16, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    I love a quilt fresh from the dryer. Something magic happens to it in there. Your quilt is wonderful!!

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  33. WoolenSailsMarch 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    I love how they look when they come out of the dryer. Beautiful piece and love the new one you are working on.

    Debbie

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  34. baukjeMarch 16, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Its really a beauty! I have a vintage giveaway on my blog.....

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  35. Janet O.March 16, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    You should be thrilled to pieces and I'm glad the quilt didn't come out in pieces. What a vintage charmer, Lori! You've had some lovely finishes lately!

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  36. antique quilterMarch 16, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Just so beautiful Lori. Mine is still a work in progress! Yes I started mine too years ago from that antique quilt too. Congrats on a great finish!
    Kathie

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  37. GayleMarch 16, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    YUM! What a great feeling to have this quilt done - pulling it out of the dryer is the very best part!

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  38. Cynthia@wabisabiquiltsMarch 16, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Congratulations... Great block, great colors, great quilt! I'm always relieved that colors didn't run. And there's nothing like that just out of the dryer puckered up now it's a quilt feeling! Thanks too for pointing us in the direction of the block directions:). It may go onto my bucket list!

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  39. PipMarch 16, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Beautiful quilt Lori, I too always wonder if a quilt will come out of the machine safely, I hold my breath until it I have checked it.

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  40. MerilynMarch 16, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    What a magnificent piece of work!!!! I have printed off the pattern, thankyou for the link! You have a done a wonderful job with your fabric choices and placement, beautiful job, just beautiful!!!!!

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  41. Ann FergusonMarch 16, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    That is a beautiful quilt!

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  42. Miki WillaMarch 16, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    This quilt is quite wonderful, and well worth the wait. I love all the colors, and the quilting. Congratulations on such a stunning finish.

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  43. DebraMarch 16, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Lori your quilt is really lovely. The colours you've used really look fabulous. Looks like another one I'd like to add to my to do list! Congratulations on another finish.

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  44. VivianMarch 16, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    Gorgeous quilt Lori! A happy scrappy heirloom and a real tribute to the anitque one.

    It has just the right amount of crinkle. Can you tell me if you used cotton or poly batting?

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  45. TinaMarch 16, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    WOW! Your quilt is gorgeous! I'm always rushing through my quilts (you know, so many quilts but so little time) but after seeing this beauty, I've just realized that I need to slow down and enjoy the process more. Great, great job!
    P.S. I always worry about my quilts falling apart when I wash them, too...but so far, it hasn't ever happened. Thank goodness!

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  46. KarenMarch 16, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Yesterday, I pulled out the Blind Man's Fancy cutting instructions from my section of quilt ideas. I have been interested in making one for quite some time. That and many others so I don't know when I will find time. Don't you just love a quilt fresh from a wash and out of the dryer!

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  47. Tricia BenesMarch 16, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    I was tempted to try this one myself until I saw the 13/16" increments! Yikes!
    But yours is absolutely beautiful! Great job....enjoy and thanks for sharing the pics.

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  48. VivianMarch 16, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    It's stunning, Lori. Hearty congratulations for having the patience and drive to finish it. A big virtual hug and pat on the back sent your way through cyberspace.

    I'm repeating a question I see already asked. What batting did you use? Love the look after washing and drying.

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  49. Randy D.March 16, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    WOW!! Inspiring.... Now I don't have an excuse to not make it. It is absolutely beautiful. You did a fabulous job!

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  50. WhiteStoneMarch 16, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    Wonderful accomplishment! No, I never worry about a quilt falling apart...but I truly anticipate seeing it freshly washed and soooo quilty!

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  51. KerryMarch 16, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    Love your quilt straight from the dryer. Gorgeous pattern.

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  52. quilting JeannetMarch 16, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    I love this quilt so much! The pattern is also in the book from History Repeated, I made another one whit ohio stars.

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  53. NickyMarch 17, 2012 at 1:37 AM

    Lori another finish! You are doing so well and looks like it was worth all that hard work as it is really beautiful. Forget about the binding annoying as it was and enjoy the quilt!

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  54. BethMarch 17, 2012 at 3:44 AM

    Ahhhh. So pretty. That wonderful soft scrunched look. Makes it just perfect.

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  55. Barbara JMarch 17, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    Are you on a roll or what?? Absolutely fabulous and incredibly scrappy! Congratulations Lori!

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  56. Judy HansenMarch 17, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    It sure is pretty. Thanks for sharing it with us. I'm enjoying your jubilee quilt posts too.

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  57. SharonMarch 17, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    Such a lovely quilt. You are SEW talented. The perfect quilt to cuddly under in a cold winter night.

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  58. JanetMarch 18, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    It looks fabulous, all wrinkly and cuddly from the wash and dry.Congratulations! You're not the only one, I inspect mine after the first wash in case of runs or weak seams.

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  59. sewprimitive karenMarch 18, 2012 at 5:48 AM

    omg Lori it is soooo gorgeous after its wash. That's the best part.

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  60. JeanneMarch 18, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    It's stunning! Looks like your inspiration was from a book ... what's the title, please?
    Jeanne :)

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  61. LisaMarch 18, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Your quilt is amazing Lori!! What a riot of color! I'll have to check out that pattern.

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  62. LibbyMarch 18, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! I love taking a new quilt out of the drier for the very first time. I've only panicked over the washing/drying once - my hexagons . . . . never tested my handwork in such a way before *s*

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  63. BarbMarch 19, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    FABULOUS Lori!
    what a great quilt - I wish I could touch it.
    I always feel that way too - I say a silent prayer as I push that button on the machine.
    It looks great !
    Enjoy it
    xx

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  64. AllysonMarch 20, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    Love all the fantastic colors you used in this quilt. What a great finished project!

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  65. VickiMarch 20, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    What a beauty! Would love to see it up close.

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  66. Soile KivinenMarch 20, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    What an amazing quilt. I adore the very soft look ot has.

    Soile

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  67. CandyMarch 21, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    I've been poking around on your blog and I love your quilts!! This one is spectacular! I love these reproduction prints. Eye candy!!!

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  68. marianMarch 21, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    WOWWWWW!! i am speechless Lori, your quilt is a stunner!! i love how beautfully crinkly it is, looks perfectly vintage!!
    i agree with you, some things you simply cannot rush. You must be thrilled with this sweet gem..i would love to do it as a QAL!! cheers...Marian x

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  69. QuiltdollsMarch 22, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    I love to wash my quilts as soon as I finished the binding..it gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. Some quilts just take longer than others, our interest change and then they change back and we finish the project or give it away for someone else to finish.
    Great work.

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  70. Linda March 24, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Gorgeous!!!! And know you're not the only one that thinks like that!!! :-)

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  71. JantineMarch 26, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    I am in awe with your quilt. I own the book and might be tempted to give it a try, once a few of my wips are finished ;-)

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  72. UnknownNovember 21, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    I am making the same quilt but lost the flying geese sashing directions. Would you mind posting them for me. Thanks

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    1. LoriNovember 21, 2015 at 5:39 PM

      http://bethdonaldson.blogspot.com/p/free-quilt-patterns.html

      The link above is the pattern I used.

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  73. UnknownNovember 21, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    I am working on that quilt right now and some how lost my flying geese sashing directions for the outer border of the 18 1/2" block. I have the directions for the first set of flying geese but somehow missed placed these. I have up to and including step 8. Would you mind sending them to me. My email address is sherryredekop@gmail.com. Thanks

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