Tuesday, March 29, 2011

little Jane

Last year, I started working on the Dear Jane blocks -- in pink and in 1800s reds and blues. Around Christmas time, I came to the realization that I was "over it". I had made 60+ of the blocks and just was not that interested in completing it. For awhile, I felt guilty about that. And then it was like, hey, I can do what I want, right?! :o)
So here are my pink DJ blocks, all 64 of them. Put together into a little quilt! And I *LOVE* it! I'm glad I didn't force myself to continue on, and I'm thrilled to have this little quilt. (So far, it's only the quilt top, I haven't decided if I want to hand-quilt, or possibly send it along to Carol to work her magic on!) I especially love the applique blocks that Beatrice made me! :o) The top measures about 41 x 45. :o)
I think the 1800s reds and blues (about the same number of blocks) will be made into a couple of table toppers for gifts... We'll see... :o)

9 comments:

Béa said...

It's a shame you stop but you already have a wonderful little quilt.

Hazel said...

Your absolutely right ,do what makes you happy ,nothing worse then working on a quilt and not getting any joy out of it .I love this quilt ,you did an excellent job ,now enjoy it .

Cornfield Quilter said...

How pretty! The quilt is wonderful no matter how big or small it is! I really like it in the pinks! :D

Laurie said...

Oh, it's gorgeous!! I cannot imagine it being any better, or more complete. You must be proud!

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

It looks great Angela! I was just thinking about you over the weekend, wondering if you were still making Jane blocks. I stopped when we moved, but I think I'm ready to start again soon~ you were way ahead of me, so maybe my start will be short lived too. ;-) I love your pinks!

Vivian said...

You're a wise lady to stop when you no longer enjoyed it. A quilt is a quilt, even if it wasn't what you originally intended. This is such a pretty, delicate top -- all ready to be quilted. The pink fabrics you chose make it one of a kind and very special.

Narelle said...

Gorgeous! Well done :o)
I look forward to seeing the reds and blues made up as well.

Pat from Florida said...

Angela, it's stunning! And it's YOURS. Of course you should do what you want. It's a wonderful treasure.

Karen said...

Yes, it is your quilt and you can do what you want. No need to feel guilty. I have had the pink since it first came out and only ever made one block. You making 60 was an accomplishment and it makes a beautiful soft looking quilt.