Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Slow Quilting

 Here's the start of my cross hatching Beyond The Cherry Tree. The last time I showed this quilt I was contemplating clamshells but nixed that idea. I'm pretty happy with it so far although I wish I was faster.
 
I started with the center grapes block and will move my way around it. I'm almost done quilting the wreath on the right, then I'll move to the left of the grapes.

Have a great Wednesday!
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40 comments:

  1. RuthJanuary 15, 2014 at 6:23 AM

    It looks amazing. I'm not surprised it is slow going though. More power to you!!

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  2. Elizabeth AnnJanuary 15, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    Beautiful! A few more snow storms you will have it almost done....

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  3. cityquilter graceJanuary 15, 2014 at 6:35 AM

    i think the cross hatch gives it a very vintage feel...more so than clamshells....looking good!

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  4. JanetJanuary 15, 2014 at 7:02 AM

    It looks wonderful!! I bet it feels marvelous as well!

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  5. CherylJanuary 15, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    It may be slow going, but oh boy, is it beautiful!

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  6. Donna KeatingJanuary 15, 2014 at 7:19 AM

    Gorgeous quilt with lots of surface texture. Yummy.

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  7. Me and My StitchesJanuary 15, 2014 at 7:44 AM

    Nice! In my opinion, you can't go wrong with cross hatching!

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  8. Janet O.January 15, 2014 at 8:13 AM

    Cross hatching looks wonderful on this, Lori. I think it was a great choice. I admire your stick-to-it-ness. I have a top I have been "planning" to hand quilt for a couple of years now. I can't even seem to get it basted. : )

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  9. GayleJanuary 15, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    I think cross hatching was the perfect choice for this quilt Lori - it lets the applique shine!

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  10. Randy D.January 15, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    Such a fabulous quilt, Lori!! I can't believe you did all those teeny tiny cherries and grapes. EGAD

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  11. SharonJanuary 15, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    FAB-U-LOUS

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  12. luv2quilt2January 15, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    Beautiful!

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  13. BrandieJanuary 15, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    It's coming together beautifully! Just keep those fingers protected.

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  14. Quilter KathyJanuary 15, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    The crosshatching is perfect for this quilt!
    Did you mark the whole quilt first, or do you mark as you go?
    Would love to learn more about how to mark crosshatching.

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  15. Elizabeth's quartersJanuary 15, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    It's absolutely stunning! Hand stitching might take time but it has a meditative quality that machines just can't match.

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  16. PamJanuary 15, 2014 at 10:54 AM

    Looks great! Wonderful texture.

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  17. belarminaJanuary 15, 2014 at 11:03 AM

    gran trabajo!!!
    me gusta
    saludos

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  18. bethJanuary 15, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    SO Inspiring!!!

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  19. DonieneJanuary 15, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    Loverly!!! One of my favorites of all time!!

    Blessings and hugs!

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  20. RamonaJanuary 15, 2014 at 12:22 PM

    Aww!! It is just gorgeous. How tiny are the grapes in the cluster? They look miniscule. Beautiful.

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  21. Every StitchJanuary 15, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    Wow - that is beyond beautiful Lori! Well done. Haven't seen pictures of this quilt for a while and forgot how delightful it is.
    Hilda

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  22. BethJanuary 15, 2014 at 1:33 PM

    Seems that you are making good progress. The quilt is just jaw dropping gorgeous. And getting better with every bit of quilting you finish.

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  23. JanetJanuary 15, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    The quilt is looking so beautiful and it's worth the time it takes to quilt it by hand. Enjoy the process.

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  24. Cissa KJanuary 15, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    Well worth it! It looks great. I am cutting grapes this afternoon. I still have 3 blocks to finish and all the borders, so you are way ahead. Keep up the good work.

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  25. The Civil War QuilterJanuary 15, 2014 at 3:09 PM

    Lovely! You're doing a wonderful job.

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  26. LesleyJanuary 15, 2014 at 3:55 PM

    So beautiful!

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  27. audreyJanuary 15, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    There's something very timeless about cross-hatching. It looks wonderful!

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  28. KarenJanuary 15, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    I am going to be green with envy when you get this done. Well, maybe I already am.

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  29. Donna~~January 15, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    Quilting always seems so slow, but your results are wonderful! Really going to be a lovely quilt!

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  30. JanetJanuary 16, 2014 at 3:33 AM

    Another heirloom quilt in the making. It is lovely.

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  31. BarbJanuary 16, 2014 at 4:40 AM

    looks so good Lori!!

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  32. KatJanuary 16, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    It really looks lovely! Definitely an " I want to sleep under it" quilt! You can trust me :)

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  33. libbyquilterJanuary 16, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    beautiful~!!
    i love your quilting choice on this piece~!

    :-)
    libbyQ

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  34. VivianJanuary 16, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    Definitely labor intensive, and definitely a wonderful choice for your quilting design.
    It's going to be a classic, treasured part of your collection, Lori.

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  35. Karen in Breezy PointJanuary 16, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    I think you were right to do the cross hatching--it's going to be beautiful!

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  36. pandchintzJanuary 16, 2014 at 5:09 PM

    It's looking gorgeous, Lori! I do so love the look of hand quilting.

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  37. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2014 at 7:06 PM

    I think you made the right decision going with the cross-hatch quilting.. it looks fantastic! you're going to end up with another stunning quilt to add to your wonderful quilt collection :))) cheers... Marian

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  38. GinaJanuary 17, 2014 at 2:26 AM

    I think cross hatching looks awesome in hand quilting and will really suit the quilt

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  39. MaureenJanuary 17, 2014 at 6:10 AM

    This is lovely! It seems to already have the wonderful crinkly texture of a washed quilt.

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  40. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowJanuary 17, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    AH I just my inspiration for the week ....this is gorgeous! :)

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