Sunday, January 25, 2009

Lilybugs quilt


I started this quilt for my granddaughter' "Lily" birthday in October.
I purchased the pattern as soon as it came out from Nanette at Freda's Hive sometime in the fall..
I was so pleased to see that Nanette included a smaller size since Lilybug will only be 4.
Only 4! I cannot believe she is already that age.
I decided to start early because I like the look of hand applique on the dresses rather than the machine blanket stitch.
I will post more as I get them done.
I am only using fabrics that I own.
So far no fabric purchases this month at all yet!
Thanks Nanette.

18 comments:

Pat said...

This is adorable so far....can't wait to see more as you progress with it. Lily will love this, I'm sure. (Is it going to be a surprise or has she seen parts of it already?)

Unknown said...

Wow, I am loving the fabric choices!!! I got my pattern at the beginning of January and am so excited to start it.

Please keep us posted on this progress.

Marlene

Tacha said...

I love the dresses! It looks so cute. can't wait to see more.

Mam said...

Lily is a lucky little girl to have such a talented grandmother. I wish we lived closer, I can't applique to save my stash.

JustCindy said...

Betsy, that is just beautiful! I can't wait to see more of it and I know you are having a wonderful time making this quilt for Lily.

Abby and Stephanie said...

Cute and colorful. Great project for a little girl.

Yvette said...

She will cherish that forever!

Christina said...

so cute, I love the colors-so bright! are you using needle turn?

Kim Walus said...

I love your fabric choices and it's every bit as cute as Nanette's. I've seen this quilt in person and would love to make one someday too!

All my girls have grown up but I have a sweet grandaughter I can make it for someday!! That would be fun!

Karen said...

Lilybug will love it. I have the pattern also and selected my fabric back in the Fall, but have yet to start. Just so many things to do! :)

Sherri said...

They are sooo beautiful! What a treasure for your granddaughter! I'm starting this quilt next month...I get to take the class from Nanette herself!

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

"Lilybug" is one lucky girl. I love the happy prints and the hand applique. Can't wait so see how you finish it off.

Jean said...

What a charming quilt this will be. Your GD will love it!

Kama said...

I like your blog. I see in your profile that you're a Spanish teacher. I was previously a Spanish teacher as well, but I now stay home with my 4 month old son. I just got into quilting and I love it! so fun!!

Nanette Merrill said...

Oh wow Betsy - stunning! Just stunning. I love it of course. It is really beautiful and your fabrics are wonderful for it. It has so much life. Good for you. I'm extremely excited to see your progress. I love it. Your granddaughter will love it so much. It is the perfect quilt for a girly girl.

Darlene said...

Oh, it's darling. I must get back to mine soon. I love that pattern.

Helen from N.Y said...

Hiya I was over at Freda's Hive and she said your new so am I but your alot further along then me at least you got pictures up also I been so busy reading blogs I mean I been bad LOL anyway I will go for now take care
Good luck
Helen from N.Y

Eileen said...

oh Betsy.. this is so adorable! Lily will love it! I am looking forward to seeing more of your cute dresses.. Nanette's patterns is great! I agree with you about the hand-applique.