I've been emailing with Terri about how we are having trouble concentrating on anything. It's all because of the excitement of going to Houston Tuesday. I just hope I can concentrate on work tomorrow because I have a LONG to-do list there before I can leave.
I finally decided that I could get the Chinese Coins QOV done - the remaining tasks didn't require any decisions or thought! So, here it is done. I really like it and I'm glad that I decided to start another in blues and browns.
The finished size is about 65 x 89. I plan to make the next one a little shorter - about 80".
Here's a close-up of the back showing the quilting in the sashing. The backing fabric is one of my hand-dyed fabrics and I really like the result.
I cut the leftover backing fabric into 2" strips and have enough for the center strip for another string quilt like the Heartstrings quilts. If anyone would like to have these strips (already cut) leave me a comment. First come, first served! (I already have another set to do one myself and don't think I would get this one done anytime soon.)
Last night I made 2 pillowcases for both QOV quilts that are done. Here they are ready to pack and ship when I return from Houston! Did I tell you that I'm going to the Houston Quilt Festival with my Mom?? I'm really looking forward to it, in case you were wondering.
I don't know what it is about Chinese Coins quilts, but I really love them. Maybe it's teh scrappy simplicity. Your turned out beautiful and I think it's recipient will appreciate it. I like that it's relatively masculine without being "man colors," and it's not teh obvious partiotic (although those are nice too).
Have fun in Houston!!!
Posted by: Kristin La Flamme | October 28, 2007 at 02:32 PM
Are those fish in the border? Great job!
I'm so jealous -- I wish I were coming to Houston, too.
Posted by: Suzanne | October 28, 2007 at 03:39 PM
Very cool quilt Vicki. See you in a few days!
Posted by: Sue B | October 28, 2007 at 04:23 PM
Very nice quilt! If I were going to Houston, I'd be very excited, too! Have fun!
Posted by: Summerset | October 28, 2007 at 04:39 PM
It looks great Vicki, I love the fish border.
Posted by: Mary | October 28, 2007 at 05:37 PM
your coins turned out wonderfully. As someone who is not American, and who's country doesn't stress patriotism, I really like this QoV as its "understated" :-)
Posted by: quiltpixie | October 28, 2007 at 05:41 PM
Fabulous quilt! I'm thinking you should make about 500 little tags to go along with that. Tee hee!
Posted by: Terri | October 28, 2007 at 05:46 PM
The quilt looks great! And I like your packing philosophy too!
Posted by: Deb Levy | October 28, 2007 at 07:42 PM
Oooh! Nice quilt! It seems to glow like a sunset behind the arbor posts. By the way, I used your pillowcase tutorial this weekend for the first time. I made snuggly pillowcases to match the pajamas I made for my grandchill'uns.I like the ease and smooth results of this method. Thanks again for making it available.
Have a great time in Houston! --Loved your packing system post. I'm going to tuck that away for future reference. :->
Blessings,
Linda H
Posted by: Lindah | October 29, 2007 at 12:23 AM
I am gonna try for Houston next year for sure. I am sure you are going to have a wonderful time.
I love your Chinese coins! Very simple design but the quilt sparkles with all the rich warm colors you used. I do love string and scrap quilts.
Posted by: Ami | October 29, 2007 at 10:10 AM
This is so great for using up little bits. The bright colours you used really add some "zing". Have a fab time in Houston - I am not jealous - I am not jealous -lol !!
Posted by: andrea | October 29, 2007 at 12:20 PM
I love the quilting! Have fun in Houston with your mom. Maybe some day I'll make it.
Posted by: Nikki | October 29, 2007 at 01:09 PM
Looks great. Love the quilting! See you later this week!
Posted by: Judy L. | October 29, 2007 at 06:06 PM
My mind would be difficult to focus if I were going to Houston too!
one day...one day...
Posted by: tracey petersen | October 29, 2007 at 06:21 PM
Love the quilt - great colours!!! Enjoy Houston with your Mum.
Posted by: Dianne | October 31, 2007 at 05:03 AM
I love the Coins quilt, and the quilting on it - great job! Hope you have a great time in houston. If no one speaks for the strings I would take them for my 5th graders.
Posted by: Alycia Carmin | October 31, 2007 at 03:13 PM