Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Jubilee Jubilation!!

It's done!! Finished! Acabado! Færdig! Fini! Hotový!  Finito! Ferdig! Voltooid!!  My Jubilee quilt celebrating 50 years of my life is now on my bed.

I would have loved to machine quilt it myself, but I knew my good friend Kathy would be able to understand what I wanted for this quilt. When I was there in January I brought it with me to leave for her to work her magic. And work it she did!!
I loved the electric look of the center radiating from my funky little spikes. Just a reminder that I saw the center block in the NYC Folk Art museum and used my photo to duplicate it. It wasn't an easy task.
Someone commented the dates reminded them of birth-death so I put  a label on the back so nobody would be confused. I suppose something could happen in the next few months and then the label could be removed off the back! lol



If you want to see how this quilt came about click on the post label that says Jubilee to see my past blog posts about this quilt.
When I saw this backing I knew it was the ONE for my jubilee!!
Thanks for following along this year on my 50th Jubilee quilt! And I actually finished it in my 50th year! Woo-Hoo!!
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74 comments:

  1. KarenMarch 13, 2013 at 5:49 AM

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  2. KarenMarch 13, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    I so happy for you and am so glad I've walked this journey with you. Hopefully I'm not too far behind you - the quilt is amazing.

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  3. RuthMarch 13, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    Oh, Lori! It is fabulous! It is so wonderful to have designed a special quilt for your 50th birthday. Not many people are able to do that. Congratulations!

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  4. ThimbleannaMarch 13, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    Wow! Congratulations -- It's Gorgeous!!!

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  5. Elizabeth AnnMarch 13, 2013 at 6:00 AM

    It's absolutely amazine!! I love the quilting by the dates the best. Congratulations on finishing such a beautiful quilt!

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  6. DianeMarch 13, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing this! It is just incredible!! My jubilee year is quickly approaching and your inspiration has me thinking about what I shall make. What a wonderful quilt to have, and a wonderful story to go with it!

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  7. MaureenMarch 13, 2013 at 6:29 AM

    A masterpiece! Congrats on your finish!

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  8. susanMarch 13, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    i agree, a true masterpiece it's wonderful

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  9. janeksMarch 13, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    Impressive!! And beautiful :-)

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  10. SusanMarch 13, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    Beautiful and a job well done!

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  11. CherylMarch 13, 2013 at 6:46 AM

    A stunning quilt and the quilting just helps it dazzle! Congratulations on a job well done.

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  12. Me and My StitchesMarch 13, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Oh, Lori - your Jubilee quilt is just awesome! I had to chuckle about the birth-death dates - yikes! Better to clarify that! Congrats to you on such a wonderful celebration quilt!

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  13. Needled MomMarch 13, 2013 at 6:59 AM

    That turned out beautifully and makes a great celebration quilt for 50 years.

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  14. ann hermesMarch 13, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    Beautiful! I love the colors, the quilting, and the quirky touches

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  15. BrowndirtcottageMarch 13, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    Oh My Lori!..............sigh

    I.LIKE.

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  16. VivianMarch 13, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Give that girl a Whoop, whoop! Wonderful Lori, a really great commemoration quilt. Love the backing!!

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  17. JanetMarch 13, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Yipee!! It looks incredible! The quilting is fabulous, the backing is marvelous and I love that you have it on your bed! I also love the quirkyness of the red spikey border - I don't think I noticed that before :0) Enjoy!!

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  18. Donna in SW PAMarch 13, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Congrats!!! It is wonderful!!!!!!!

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  19. Donna~~March 13, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Wow! Congratulations! It's lovely and DONE too--would have taken me another 50 years to finish! I'm truly impressed that you finished it so quickly--and it is LOVELY!

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  20. Barbara JMarch 13, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    Congratulations Lori! Your Jubilee quilt is truly a spectacular quilt on many levels. You must be on top of the world!

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  21. AnnieOMarch 13, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    The quilting makes it even more jubilant! Congratulations on a job well done and the joy of sleeping under the beauty of your hard work!

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  22. Teresa F.March 13, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Awesome quilt.I love it, the quilting is wonderful.You must be proud of your work.

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  23. HeartsdesireMarch 13, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    What a fabulous jubilee quilt, Lori. Something to be treasured for ever.

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  24. BrandieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    It's Spectacular! I bet it keep you quite warm too! Congrats on your finish, it was worth the wait.

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  25. Janet O.March 13, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Jubilation, indeed! What a wonderful accomplishment. I love that you designed and created it yourself (with some inspiration for your center, of course).

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  26. SharonMarch 13, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    LOVE IT! The feathered wreaths in the green tri's are fabulous, and yes, the radiating lines from the center really add to this. Fabulous piece. Let's hope the label stays in tack ;-0

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  27. WoolenSailsMarch 13, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Your quilt is beautiful and she did a beautiful job on the quilting and designs.

    Debbie

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  28. Kindred QuiltsMarch 13, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Absolutely wonderful Lori! You have every reason for a jubilant celebration! The quilting is marvelous!

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  29. KyleMarch 13, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    It's really wonderful in the design and quilting too. It's been a productive year.

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  30. Randy D.March 13, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Kathy did a beautiful job on the quilting. And your piecing is fabulous! You are a true designer...you just don't know it!

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  31. Linda in NCMarch 13, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Simply fabulous! Congratulations on a job well done - and finished in your 50th year! Kathy's quilting suits and enhances your work. And the backing fabric is perfect; what a great print!

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  32. CathyMarch 13, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    WOW!!!! It is so beautiful. Congrats on the finish. Hugs

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  33. KarenMarch 13, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Wow, Lori! The quilting is the icing on the cake. Love, love, love this quilt. You did a very good job of replicating the center design you used. And your added applique and pieced borders just perfect for the eclectic look you were going for.

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  34. MareiMarch 13, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Beautiful quilt. Beautiful quilting. May this quilt be used for many, many years to come.

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  35. Library Gal QuiltsMarch 13, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    What a beauty! It is an heirloom now with so many hours of stitching and thought poured into it that it could tell a story! Love it!!

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  36. MARCIEMarch 13, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Lori, you are amazing! The design is wonderful and so old looking. The quilting totally agrees with it! You did a fabulous job here! Happy 50th birthday all year long!

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  37. BarbMarch 13, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    HOORAY HOORAY!!!!
    It looks incredible Lori!!
    I love your dates and initials.

    Standing ovation for finishing before 51~!!!!

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  38. antique quilterMarch 13, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    just beautiful congrats, I am so thrilled for you its such a major accomplishment
    Kathie

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  39. GayleMarch 13, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Such a FINE finish to your beautiful quilt Lori - a great way to celebrate this milestone. SO - what's NEXT! LOL

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  40. MaryMarch 13, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    Awesome quilting on your Jubilee creation! So happy for you to have it completed in your 50th year. Sleep well under it, dear Lori!

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  41. NancyMarch 13, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    All I can think of to say is OUTSTANDING!

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  42. CardygirlMarch 13, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Just amazing...a great memento!

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  43. MerilynMarch 13, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    What a wonderful family heirloom this will be Lori!!!! You really did an amazing job with this, creating your vision with cloth!! I agree the quilting is wonderful too, I love your two different borders, adds a great touch visually!!!! Wonderful work!!!!

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  44. RosaMarch 13, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    congratulations.It`s awesome!!

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  45. MiriamMarch 13, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    Congratualtions Lori!!! It is a spectacular quilt!

    I love that backing fabric!!!

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  46. AnonymousMarch 13, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    This is gorgeous! Congrats!

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  47. KatMarch 13, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    Awesome quilt, Lori! I feel honored to have been the one to quilt it for you.. I feel part of the celebration! Here's to 50 and many more :)

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  48. audreyMarch 13, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    FABulous! So glad you got it finished so quickly and now get to enjoy it! This has really been an inspiration quilt to me--how you got started and the entire process.:)

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  49. lizMarch 13, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    Congratulations. Most inspiring.

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  50. CheriMarch 13, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    Beautiful, I love the feathered quilting up the stems of the corner flowers. Well Done Lori, and Happy 50th!

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  51. julieQMarch 13, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    You know I love this one...congratulations on a fab finish!!

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  52. SharonMarch 13, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    Just Beautiful!

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  53. Quilter KathyMarch 13, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    An amazing quilt with an incredibly fast turn around time for finishing! Congrats!

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  54. SharonMarch 13, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    Just Beautiful!

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  55. JanMarch 13, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    What a beautiful achievement!

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  56. Dixie HowardMarch 13, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    Awesome, Lori! Congrats on your finish - so inspiring. Your previous post made me cry, so I wasn't able to comment. What a sweet woman - sending positive thoughts her way!

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  57. libbyquilterMarch 13, 2013 at 11:26 PM

    you are amazing Lori~!!~ to have reproduced that beautiful center from a photograph and then continued on with such great borders and accomplished it all so very well~!!~congratulations on finishing this celebratory masterpiece~!!~

    :-)
    libbyQ

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  58. DorothyMarch 14, 2013 at 1:05 AM

    Beautiful quilt. Congratulations!

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  59. JantineMarch 14, 2013 at 2:43 AM

    It is stunning! Well done, love the spiky quilting!

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  60. ElyteMarch 14, 2013 at 3:03 AM

    Great work, a fitting tribute to your 50 years.

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  61. BethMarch 14, 2013 at 5:34 AM

    Lori it is just gorgeous. You must fall asleep smiling.

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  62. AnonymousMarch 14, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    Holy crap Lori ! It's GORGEOUS.
    Ahh I'm so classy. Your work is more

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  63. MarthaMarch 14, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Congratulations, Lori -- what a great achievement. You've made a beautiful quilt, and the quilting designs are perfect for this pattern. This was such a great idea -- I think you should make another one for your 60th . . . . and 70th . . . and 80th!

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  64. SharonMarch 14, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Congratulations! Your quilt is fabulous, amazing and beautiful! What a wonderful way to mark 50 years on this earth. I have a feeling you'll enjoy this quilt for a looong time! Are you aiming for another 50 years??

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  65. ChantalMarch 14, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Wow Lori, Kudos to you. That quilt is GORGEOUS!! May you be able to enjoy it for the next 50 years. Cheers.

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  66. Every StitchMarch 14, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Oh goodness - that is wonderful ! Well done and what a celebration it is :)
    Hilda

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  67. The Civil War QuilterMarch 14, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    OMG! "Nough said. Well, maybe a couple more words, like beautiful, gorgeous, master piece! Need I say more?

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  68. Carrie ~ Cricketwood PrimsMarch 15, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Lori,

    Words are hard to choose, my eyes are in awe of all the aspects of your awesome quilt. Color, texture, pattern, simple yet detailed perfectly. The quilting filled the large spaces wonderfully, I'm sure you couldn't be happier with it. Congratulations. I look forward to seeing it some day in a show.

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  69. Sujata ShahMarch 15, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    What more can I say than everyone before me? Love it!

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  70. SueMarch 16, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    Just one word. FABULOUS! I would love to make something with my initials on it. A great idea!

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  71. LynetteMarch 17, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Fantastic Lori!!! :-D

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  72. KarenMarch 17, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    Your quilt is fabulous, Lori. Congrats on the finish, and the jubilee :-)
    I'm so glad I had a chance to catch up on your blog this weekend....

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  73. pandchintzMarch 18, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Spectacular!! Well done you! Thanks for hosting the Jubilee blog. Mine "just" has to be quilted and bound....hopefully soon.

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  74. Quilts And PiecesMarch 21, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Oh I love this! You know, I was born in 62 too, so it could come to my house!

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