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Back in the Groove…

September 27, 2009 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 63 Comments

School holidays have started here in Western Australia and we are looking forward to a slower pace of life over the next two weeks. I have spent a few hours in my sewing room this weekend, and have made a start on a new quilt.

I was inspired by Tonya’s wonderful quilt. I am using Amy Butler Midwest Modern fabric, with some Sandi Henderson Farmers Market thrown in for good measure. 

Hope to be back here soon with a finished quilt! 

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  1. Linda says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:52 am

    Enjoy the holidays, always nice to have a slower pace and the odd sleep in. Love the quilt top, so fresh.

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  2. randi says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:53 am

    This is going to be a lovely quilt! Love, love, love the colors!

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  3. suzitee says

    September 28, 2009 at 12:15 am

    This quilt top is looking DIVINE Lisa. Midwest Modern is such a stunning range of fabric. Glad you are finding some time to create…loving the school holidays 🙂

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  4. Sew Useful Designs says

    September 28, 2009 at 12:22 am

    Lisa, what an absolutely gorgeous quilt! I love it!

    Enjoy the holidays!!

    Vikki x

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  5. Liesl (Hoppo Bumpo) says

    September 28, 2009 at 12:26 am

    It looks beautiful already. The prints you are using are gorgeous, aren’t they?

    Happy holidays!

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  6. Liesl (Hoppo Bumpo) says

    September 28, 2009 at 12:44 am

    Its going to be really pretty The prints you are using are gorgeous, aren’t they?

    Happy holidays!

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  7. Julie says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:14 am

    Looks lovely. Very pretty colours.

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  8. peppermintpatcher says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:21 am

    just lovely…

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  9. driftwood says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:36 am

    you’ve made that in just a few hours! wow.
    it’s lovely xxx

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  10. Laura in Paris says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:49 am

    What lovely patterns! I do love pink and it looks beautiful.
    Wish you a happy (and not too “dusty”) holiday.

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  11. barb's creations says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:53 am

    Your quilt is gorgeous! I love the white sashing with the green cornerstones,they make the quilt shine 🙂 Barb.

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  12. Andi says

    September 28, 2009 at 2:13 am

    So very pretty!!!

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  13. Christy says

    September 28, 2009 at 2:28 am

    It’s beautiful! Love the colors and patterns.xx

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  14. broderie says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:47 pm

    looks very fresh, it is hard to go past white as the borders! it always makes those other fabrics just ‘sing’!

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  15. Karin says

    September 28, 2009 at 3:02 am

    What a gorgeous quilt that’s becoming. I really like the lovely colour combination. Beautiful!

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  16. Tracy says

    September 28, 2009 at 3:24 am

    BEAUTIFUL, Lisa! I LOVE the fresh colors/patterns with all the citrus-y pink, orange and lime–everything pops. The simple block must be very satisfying to work. Have fun–can’t wait to see the finish! :o) Happy Days ((HUGS))

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  17. soyee says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:15 am

    very pretty, just my clours.

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  18. Stephanie says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:18 am

    Yippee for a slower pace. Your quilt is soft and pretty and the white sashing really sets it off.

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  19. A Thrifty Mrs says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:22 am

    How gorgeous. Love it!

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  20. texmorg says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:28 am

    You call that a start! It looks nearly finished to me. Really,really pretty.
    Linda

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  21. Jenny says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:44 am

    yaY for school holidays-lovely looking quilt-gorgeous fabrics and it is oh so neat!

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  22. Jessica says

    September 28, 2009 at 4:53 am

    That quilt is beautiful!!!!

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  23. Terriaw says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:08 am

    Wow, this quilt looks gorgeous! I love the little green set-in squares you added to the white sashing. Makes the colors of these great fabrics really pop.

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  24. CourtneyKeb says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:32 am

    Amazingly incredible and gorgeous and beautiful 😉

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  25. clare's craftroom says

    September 28, 2009 at 6:16 am

    That is so beautiful , I love those fabric choices .

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  26. jacquie says

    September 28, 2009 at 6:28 am

    pretty! i checked out tonya’s too…i can see why you were inspired.

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  27. The Quilt Buddy says

    September 28, 2009 at 6:34 am

    Another great creation!

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  28. smallgrapes says

    September 28, 2009 at 9:58 am

    Lovely color combos! Can’t wait to see the finished quilt.

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  29. Angela says

    September 28, 2009 at 12:16 pm

    That is so pretty! You really can’t go wrong with Amy Butler and a little Farmer’s Market!

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  30. Carrie P. says

    September 28, 2009 at 1:07 pm

    Very pretty. I love pink.

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  31. Page says

    September 28, 2009 at 2:05 pm

    Love the colors and the way you have outlined them with the white.

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  32. Shannon says

    September 28, 2009 at 2:52 pm

    Love the colors! Big fan of pink and orange here. Enjoy your holiday!

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  33. Renee says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:23 pm

    I just love it.

    xxooxo

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  34. Dandelion Quilts says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Great, great fabrics. Love the freshness with the white posts.

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  35. Kim says

    September 28, 2009 at 5:55 pm

    This quilt is just lovely and happy! What a wonderful combination of fabrics and textures. Wow!

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  36. Miriam says

    September 28, 2009 at 6:07 pm

    I love your colour combination!

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  37. Happy Cottage Quilter says

    September 28, 2009 at 8:25 pm

    Oh wow I love your quilt! But I love pink, so this one makes me happy 🙂

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  38. Jodie says

    September 28, 2009 at 9:28 pm

    I especially love all the little green squares on the corners..

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  39. LizzieJane says

    September 28, 2009 at 10:02 pm

    What wonderful fabric that you have chosen. Just love it!
    x

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  40. natalie says

    September 29, 2009 at 1:36 am

    Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous what more can i say but that i am jealous of your talents.

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  41. AJ says

    September 29, 2009 at 4:39 pm

    I love it! Especially the green in the sashing. It’s perfect.

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  42. Soo says

    September 29, 2009 at 3:13 am

    the quilt is looking beautiful, with such gorgeous fabrics! Looking forward to seeing it finished.

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  43. sewkalico says

    September 29, 2009 at 5:45 am

    It’s going to be stunning!!

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  44. Jamie Fingal says

    September 29, 2009 at 7:44 am

    Love your fabric choices. It is such a cheerful quilt!

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  45. Thimbleanna says

    September 29, 2009 at 10:25 am

    It’s gorgeous! I love all the pretty colors — and your use of the green little blocks for a resting place — Beautiful!

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  46. Handmade says

    September 30, 2009 at 5:02 am

    Gotta love those holidays – ours start next week – watch out!!!

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  47. edward and lilly says

    September 29, 2009 at 5:38 pm

    That is so beautiful, I love your use of fabric.

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  48. Cascade Lily says

    September 29, 2009 at 9:57 pm

    It looks just lovely Lisa. The green corner posts are the icing on the cake. Your piecing is fantastic. How are you planning on quilting it?

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  49. Journeying Five says

    October 1, 2009 at 7:58 am

    loving it! what a great way to spend a holiday. i have one of the fabrics from the quilt and am going to make my girls summer tops! (next year)

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  50. Leanne says

    October 1, 2009 at 8:59 pm

    Nice quilt – I loved school holidays when my babies were at school.

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  51. Jenny of Elefantz says

    October 3, 2009 at 12:12 am

    That’s going to be a gorgeous quilt, Lisa!! Enjoy the holidays, we go back on Monday.
    Hugs
    Jenny

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  52. Lindsay says

    October 3, 2009 at 8:35 pm

    Ooh, what a beautiful quilt! I love all the pinks and flowers!

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  53. Janellybelly says

    October 4, 2009 at 12:52 am

    Ooo, pretty – the design really shows off the gorgeous fabrics.
    Enjoy the 2nd week of school holidays
    Janelle xx

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  54. Kitchen Butterfly says

    October 4, 2009 at 5:39 am

    Lovely quilt

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  55. petite nyonya says

    October 4, 2009 at 10:40 pm

    Lovely quilt! I love the sweet pastel colors.

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  56. Laura in Paris says

    October 5, 2009 at 7:31 am

    are mother and daughter ready for another award? Go to my blog and see by yourselves!

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  57. Dogwood says

    October 5, 2009 at 10:14 am

    Those color are sooo yummy.

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  58. upstateLisa says

    October 5, 2009 at 12:05 pm

    beautiful quilt! and happy holidays!

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  59. Knit Sew City Girl says

    October 5, 2009 at 2:04 pm

    I hope you are enjoying/have enjoyed your holidays. The quilt looks lovely! I really like your fabric choice.

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  60. Corrie says

    October 5, 2009 at 9:50 pm

    lovely, you can’t beat pink and green in a quilt! one of my favourite colour combo’s!

    Corrie:)

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  61. Tonya says

    October 7, 2009 at 10:31 am

    Oh, I LOVE the quilt! The fabric is gorgeous. I am honored that you liked mine enough, to make one of your own : ) It is a fabulous pattern, thank you Quilts and More! I am thinking of making another one out of different fabrics for a friend.

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  62. judequilt says

    December 17, 2015 at 1:03 pm

    LOVE this quilt—the colors are stunning! I’m a huge fan of sashing…. I want to make this quilt NOW!! lol Where can I find the pattern? And is it free?

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    • A Spoonful of Sugar says

      December 17, 2015 at 6:47 pm

      Hi Jude – the pattern is Lucky Charm Quilt and is available in our etsy store https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/95012759/lucky-charm-quilt-pdf-sewing-pattern
      Happy quilting!

      Reply

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