Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Flea Market Fancy Progress III

My current quilt project has taken some time to complete, but the Flea Market Fancy Quilt top is now finished (and will remain without borders).


The quilt top measures 60.5 inches x 60.5 inches
With 100 paper pieced blocks each measuring 6.5 inches x 6.5 inches.


200 paper pieced units,
800 pieces of fabric,
and many happy hours of stitching.


Once all the blocks were complete the quilt top came together without too much difficulty.   Although all of the corners of each block (the edges of the printed fabrics) were off-grain, I had taken steps to ensure that all of the edges of the white fabric were perfectly on-grain.  Most seams aligned without too much fudging ...


Fabrics used:  Flea Market Fancy  ~  original collection as well as 2012 Legacy Reprint.
Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton in White


I am now wondering if my quilting style suits this quilt (I am concerned that I might ruin it!) and therefore contemplating sending the quilt top to my long arm quilter.

As always, thank you for stopping by,
Rita

Pattern reference:  Quilt Revival by Nancy Mahoney.

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Posted by Red Pepper Quilts - Rita Hodge
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66 comments:

  1. ShannaMarch 06, 2012 11:06 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!

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  2. Anorina @SameliasMumMarch 06, 2012 11:14 AM

    It is an absolute visual delight. Spectacular!!

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  3. RachelleMarch 06, 2012 11:26 AM

    This is just amazing!

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  4. MichelleMarch 06, 2012 11:28 AM

    just absolutely love this!! Love paper piecing and love this fabric range!

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  5. carolMarch 06, 2012 11:33 AM

    Wow, Rita! It's fantastic! You must have the patience of a saint!

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  6. Lucy | Charm About YouMarch 06, 2012 11:33 AM

    Wow Rita, it's gorgeous!! Even reading the stats made me tired!! Looks beautiful without borders :)

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  7. UnknownMarch 06, 2012 11:35 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! There is no way I could make something like that with only "a little bit of fudging" your points are sharp and perfect!

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  8. Mary on Lake PulaskiMarch 06, 2012 11:35 AM

    You chose a glorious design for that scrumptious fabric Rita! I am not surprised....again! You just keep making amazing quilts.

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  9. debbie @ happy little cottageMarch 06, 2012 11:58 AM

    Stunning!! Wow!!! I am in awe. This is so amazing Rita!!

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  10. TerriMarch 06, 2012 12:10 PM

    that is beautiful!

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  11. Kelly March 06, 2012 12:16 PM

    oh my goodness i love this quilt.

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  12. Jen WMarch 06, 2012 12:25 PM

    PLEASE tell me that I can Pin this!!????

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  13. Kati from Kati's QuiltingMarch 06, 2012 12:42 PM

    WOW, it looks STUNNING! Can't wait to see the finished quilt! I might just be in loooove :):)

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  14. reganMarch 06, 2012 12:50 PM

    This quilt is fabulous! I love it! And it looks perfectly pieced! Don't you just love paper piecing!?! Everything comes out just right!

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  15. TamieMarch 06, 2012 12:53 PM

    Your quilts take my breath away! Really.

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  16. NicoleMarch 06, 2012 1:10 PM

    Beautiful! 200 paper pieced units! I'm impressed!

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  17. TennjennyMarch 06, 2012 1:22 PM

    I love it. It is beautiful.

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  18. aksherryMarch 06, 2012 1:32 PM

    Wow! It looks perfect!

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  19. KimMarch 06, 2012 2:02 PM

    This is beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! I LOVE all of those fabrics together! I am so sad that I missed out on them....I did score about 14 DS prints today at a JOanns an hour away. Of course none are Flea Market-but I do love them!

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  20. DaniMarch 06, 2012 2:03 PM

    As always, stunning!

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  21. amyMarch 06, 2012 2:06 PM

    ho.ly.cow. it's gorgeous, and HUGE!!!

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  22. Live a Colorful LifeMarch 06, 2012 2:08 PM

    This is really stunning, Rita. FMF has some of my favorite colors ever.

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  23. The crafty wolfeMarch 06, 2012 2:28 PM

    It is stunning. Long arm would be my choice.

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  24. KatyMarch 06, 2012 2:47 PM

    This is fantastic! Your blog and your pinterest pins make me very happy!

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  25. tubilinha tiacarminhaMarch 06, 2012 3:45 PM

    Estou encantada,essa peça é sem dúvida uma obra de arte.PARABÉNs

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  26. LynneMarch 06, 2012 3:55 PM

    Your quilt is amazing! And that Flea Market Fancy fabric just never gets old. Love it!

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  27. JenMarch 06, 2012 3:57 PM

    Curious how you'll bind and back it? It's a delight for the senses! Thanks!

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  28. KristyMarch 06, 2012 4:34 PM

    Wow is that ever pretty! You have a lot of patience to do that many paper pieced blocks. Great job! K-

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  29. Danny HeyenMarch 06, 2012 4:48 PM

    This quilt is gorgeous! I love it so much. This is the quilt that convinced me that I NEED FMF when it comes out later this spring. I even blogged about it!

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  30. Terry@ a quilting blogMarch 06, 2012 4:49 PM

    Your quilt is just so beautiful...love it!!!
    ~Terry~

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  31. AnonymousMarch 06, 2012 5:02 PM

    What a fantastic fresh looking quilt. Well done you.

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  32. UnknownMarch 06, 2012 5:53 PM

    200 paper pieced units!!!!!! fantastic! :) I can't imagine....
    perfect work!
    Masha

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  33. SherryMarch 06, 2012 6:05 PM

    That is just awesome - love it! Great job!

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  34. Alexandra P.March 06, 2012 7:12 PM

    WOW!

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  35. PatMMarch 06, 2012 7:35 PM

    Wow! It's beautiful! Great work!

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  36. skippieMarch 06, 2012 9:08 PM

    Love the quilt, will be interesting to see what how it will be top stitched by your Long arm Quilter.

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  37. ShontelleMarch 06, 2012 9:13 PM

    Wow. Your quilt is really stunning. Congratulations!

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  38. ...tiktakro...March 06, 2012 9:51 PM

    Does "wonderful" says everything that I want to say ? :D...I looove stars, and these are happy, and slim and so attractive that I might give another chance to paper piecing ;). The top is awesome!
    I have the same problem with the quilting when I like so much a top...afraid that I might ruin it....so , I understand you so well .
    Congratulations for this awesome piece !
    Teodora.

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  39. JudyMarch 06, 2012 10:01 PM

    I love it! I'm enjoying learning how to paper piece and would have to say I'm actually starting to like it more than the traditional way. I usually don't comment but this really is stunning.

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  40. AnonymousMarch 06, 2012 10:21 PM

    Wow! Abolutely beautiful! What a great quilt!

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  41. ChristineMarch 06, 2012 10:35 PM

    You would never ruin anything, but would love to see a duet by Rita and Karen!!!

    Just gorgeous (again!!)

    Christine xo

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  42. BettyMarch 06, 2012 10:44 PM

    That is the finest quilt I have seen in a very long time, absolutely awesome. Wonderful inspiration for paper piecing.

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  43. FionaMarch 06, 2012 10:44 PM

    Well done Rita
    What a great combination of colour and clean, crisp lines. Love the fact that only a short few days ago you thought you only had half the blocks.

    As a fellow Melbournian only just starting to make quilts - I'm cutting my second one - your work is a real inspiration. Thank you
    Fiona

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  44. peacedgoodsMarch 06, 2012 11:00 PM

    This really inspires me. Sew beautiful and sew beautifully sewn.

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  45. TiffanyMarch 06, 2012 11:06 PM

    This turned out so beautiful! Can't wait to see how you will quilt it or get it quilted - I agree - something like this I'd be tempted to send off to the long-armer too!

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  46. pasqueflowerMarch 07, 2012 1:10 AM

    WOW!!

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  47. MelissaMarch 07, 2012 1:37 AM

    Stunning!

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  48. ChristieMarch 07, 2012 2:10 AM

    Love this block and how it turned out! And those colors are beautiful! Love Love Love.

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  49. Cheryl ArkisonMarch 07, 2012 3:29 AM

    This is gorgeous! Great use of the fabric. I can see a lot of different quilting options...

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  50. CherylMarch 07, 2012 5:49 AM

    Beautiful quilt. I love the sharp points of the stars. Are you going to write pattern for this quilt.

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  51. CherylMarch 07, 2012 5:49 AM

    Beautiful quilt. I love the sharp points of the stars. Are you going to write pattern for this quilt.

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  52. KellyMarch 07, 2012 9:49 AM

    I Love it! So perfectly gorgeous xxx

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  53. Oops-LahMarch 07, 2012 10:51 AM

    A real labour of love! I'm curious to see how you will quilt it or have it quilting.

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  54. MauraMarch 07, 2012 1:57 PM

    Outstanding!!!!!!

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  55. NurseliMarch 07, 2012 2:57 PM

    Good Lord woman!! Spectacular! You have the patience of a saint! Lol

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  56. NurseBrandyMarch 07, 2012 10:15 PM

    Stunning - I love it!!!

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  57. Melissa@lolajazzMarch 08, 2012 10:14 PM

    It is absolutely beautiful Rita. A keeper I hope! Quilting will be interesting. Your eyes change with all the patterns and sided shapes it makes. Depends on where you focus. Divine Rita!

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  58. Quilts on BastingsMarch 08, 2012 11:19 PM

    Another absolutely wonderful quilt Rita. I would be thrilled to quilt it for you!

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  59. SparkyMarch 09, 2012 12:09 AM

    To the eyes, every piece is worth it...it is gorgeous...

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  60. KathleenMarch 11, 2012 1:33 AM

    Pretty nice quilt!

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  61. RitaBMarch 17, 2012 3:25 AM

    This is beautiful - I would love to learn how to make this one!

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  62. RitaBMarch 17, 2012 3:25 AM

    This is a beautiful quilt. I would love to learn how to make this!

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  63. HeidiMarch 17, 2012 5:31 AM

    That is the prettiest thing I ever did see. I just bought the book on Amazon because I have to make this!

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  64. AnonymousApril 12, 2012 4:10 PM

    My mind is seriously blown! This is stunning!!

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  65. RuthApril 26, 2012 1:22 PM

    Wow, that's amazing!! Beautiful job!

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  66. JessicaGCJune 12, 2012 1:32 PM

    Gorgeous quilt! Wish I understood the references to grain . . . oh so many things to learn!

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