hand quilting.

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I probably break every proper rule in hand quilting, but it works and I would  be happy to show you how I do it if you would like a tutorial.  I will warn you ahead of time though ... I don't use a thimble, I don't use a hoop, and I don't use the tug and pull method to get my knots hidden under the fabric.  However, it works.  I just happened to have found some short cuts along the way.

I am over the moon giddy that our king sized quilt is finally getting it's turn on the quilting table.  It has sat in my closet awaiting cooler weather.  Grant it, the weather has only dropped a few degrees, but the table is situated under the a/c vent ... just in case.

As you might be able to see, quilting in the ditch is what I decided to do.  It makes a beautiful straight line on this mammoth sized quilt, which means there is no need to draw straight lines with a ruler.  That takes a good deal of time to do, and would not skip it for the world, except in this case, when there is a better alternative.

Here's a little shot of the back.  I needed to piece the quilt with several different fabrics and can't wait to show you all, once the quilt is finished.

 

I took these pictures while the sun was still coming up.

I just love how the rays peek through the shades and

gently wash over the room.  It is so peaceful.

I hope your week is off to a wonderful start.  I apologize for not visiting blogs as much as usual.  Last week was our first week of 10th grade in our home and between building spread sheets (a life saver for me), grading papers, caring for a sick pup, welcoming my husband home ... again ... for like the 6th time this summer (so over his travel schedule), and a fun birthday party for a favorite niece ...

ok- you get the picture.  {he he he}  I am off to read all your lovely blogs and catch up with what is going on in your sweet world.