Friday, October 30, 2009

Happy Halloween!

Here in Australia, the younger folks are starting to celebrate Halloween - I have some treats ready for the little ones who come knocking this evening - they are usually accompanied by an adult - a lot of fun for them!

My Bird of Paradise is finished - I'm sure he will make a grand addition to my Civil War Bride Quilt - he took quite a bit of time to come to fruition but it has been worthwhile!

Five blocks completed - I haven't decided how big the quilt will be. Perhaps The Bride will be my next venture!

Siggie squares all ready to be posted to Melissa in the USA - this has been a fun swap and I am so looking forward to the return 74 squares - it will be the first Signature Quilt I have owned!

My Stitcher's Angel gift must be posted today, too - I think I have shown you this little potholder before - since then I have been able to find grommets/eyelets, so more are on my must-do list as stocking fillers!

Another weekend on our doorstep - hope yours is filled with nice things to do!
PS - Oopsy! One day early!
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43 comments:

  1. Gari in ALOctober 30, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Wow, your CWB is going to be the most beautiful quilt. And I absolutly love that last block!!

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  2. blushing roseOctober 30, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    OMG! Your blocks are divine! That's not fair you get a head start on us for EVERYTHING, chuckle!

    Happy Halloween. TTFN ~ Marydon

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  3. MelOctober 30, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    Amazing tail feathers!! Just stunning!!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 30, 2009 at 10:41 AM

    Such lovelies Lurline. Happy Halloween from Harriet and me!

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  5. DarleneOctober 30, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    OMG, your blocks have literally taken my breath away - they are stunning. Sigh!!!!!

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  6. WoolenSailsOctober 30, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    That is a gorgeous block, love the colors. That is going to a beautiful quilt.

    Debbie

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  7. By Hoki QuiltsOctober 30, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    Awesome work, WOW!

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  8. ValOctober 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    I am in awe of you and those quilt blocks. That is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing.

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  9. AllisonKOctober 30, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Your bird is lovely!!! Beautiful work.

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  10. NedraOctober 30, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    The bird of Paradise has turned out amazing. As all of these blocks come together, they are making a beautiful quilt.

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  11. RebeccaOctober 30, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    The block is looking great the quilt will be lovely when its done. I bet your hand is tired from 74 signature blocks but what fun. I haven't done one of them yet maybe next time.
    Hugs Bec

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  12. wishes, true and kindOctober 30, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    Your CWBQ blocks are wonderful and look so great together!

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  13. DebOctober 30, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    Your CWB will be lovely Lurline - you must be verry happy with it. Love the potholder too.

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  14. MisteaOctober 30, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    Lots of lovelies you are sharing today. The bird is beautiful. I love the Halloween pic - have a happy weekend with a few treats!

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  15. antique quilterOctober 30, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    your blocks look amazing together.
    I love this latest one
    wow I need to do the feathers like this too, just beautiful.
    thank you for the inspiration.
    cute potholder!
    enjoy your weekend...
    Kathie

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  16. UnknownOctober 30, 2009 at 4:40 PM

    Lurline , you never cease to amaze me . That birds tail turned out so beautifully !

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  17. PatchworkRoseOctober 30, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Love the Halloween Cat :-) Your Bird is just wonderful. Makes me wish I was up to that block. Your quilt is going to look stunning.
    Enjoy your weekend :-) We have a hot one and still a month to summer.
    Cheers
    Lynne

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  18. Abby and StephanieOctober 30, 2009 at 6:16 PM

    Love that potholder. Happy to have some of that darling fabric. Your quilt is going to be just stunning. The details are amazing.

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  19. BetsyOctober 30, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    Lurline your blocks are looking so good. I love that cute potholder. what will you use the grommets for?

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  20. MargaretOctober 30, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    Love all your CWBQ blocks! And your siggie quilt squares - what fun! So pretty too! Love the potholder as well.

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  21. RumiOctober 30, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    Stunning block! The tail is marvelous!

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  22. ShariOctober 30, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    I think the bird is my favourite - you have such a good eye and a delicate hand... just lovely. And I love that potholder!! Very nostalgic and modern at the same time... Hugs! Shari

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  23. KaarenOctober 30, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    Gorgeous block, Lurline. And you're right...it was definitely worth the time and effort you put into it.

    Love the potholder too! Excellent hostess gift for the upcoming holiday season.

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  24. CarinOctober 30, 2009 at 11:17 PM

    Happy Halloween to you too!

    Your CWB blocks are amazing! It's going to be an beautiful quilt.

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  25. em's scrapbagOctober 31, 2009 at 1:24 AM

    Happy Halloween My kids are so excited they can barely contain themselves. The CWB blocks are stunning, very nice work!

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  26. MickiOctober 31, 2009 at 3:11 AM

    I love your blocks and Happy Halloween to you too!
    Micki

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  27. LizOctober 31, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    Your bird turned out fabulous Lurline, the colours look just wonderful on his tail and the blocks are looking great all together.
    Lizzie
    XXX

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  28. AnonymousOctober 31, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    Your blocks are gorgeous!!! such patience you have...are they all needle turn?
    Char

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  29. MiriamOctober 31, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    The bird of paradise block is absolutely gorgeous! Wonderful fabric choices!

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  30. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsOctober 31, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Happy Halloween to you too!!
    Your Bird of Paradise is breathtaking, but then the whole quilt will be, you are so talented.
    I need to email melissa and ask her if I can have one of your pink siggie blocks in my group!
    Gosh, I just love that potholder! Have a great weekend!

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  31. JeanneNovember 1, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    Your Bird of Paradise is awesome! What a wonderful quilt this is going to be. Happy Halloween to you! Cute potholders, too.

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  32. anareisNovember 1, 2009 at 8:51 AM

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  33. Kiwifruit-ShireeNovember 1, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    Hi Lurline,
    I love your peacock block, it is so marvellous! Happy Halloween to you even if you were a day early! I love your pot holder too, pretty inspiring..

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  34. AnnieNovember 1, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    Beautiful work here - and I love the idea of a signature quilt. I've not heard of that before.

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  35. Kris Meares - Tag Along TeddiesNovember 1, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    Hey Lurline! Your bird of paradise is SPECTACULAR! Well done! I bet there were quite a few hours of work in that pretty bird - can't wait to see what your finished quilt looks like! Bear Hugs! KRIS

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  36. CarlaHRNovember 1, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    I echo all previous comments - that bird of paradise is something to be envied. As for the pot holder, it's too nice to be used - if it was mine I would frame it for my sewing room.

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  37. JossieNovember 2, 2009 at 2:31 AM

    Gorgeous blocks Lurline.

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  38. Ati November 2, 2009 at 3:27 AM

    It's always a joy to visit your blog. The appliqué blocks are beautiful !!

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  39. Cornfield QuilterNovember 2, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    As always your applique blocks are to die for! I admire the workmanship of you and your quilty friends, the CWB quilt will be exquisite!

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  40. AnonymousNovember 2, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    Wonderful applque...wow...some work there but well worth it from the looks of those beauties.

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  41. Rose MarieNovember 4, 2009 at 11:51 PM

    Wow .... your CWB blocks are beautiful ..... can't wait to see them all together.

    Have fun with your siggy blocks ..... I have one more border to quilt and then my siggy block will be done.

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  42. Nanette MerrillNovember 6, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    Cute patchwork potholder. Love the signature blocks.

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  43. ChristineNovember 8, 2009 at 7:58 PM

    Wow. Your Civil War blocks look impressive. You are going to have an amazing quilt.

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