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Do you ever have an idea or an inkling to do something, but you kinda hold off until you feel a little more ready?
That’s how it was for me with submitting ideas to magazines. I had it on my list to try for quite awhile but kept putting it off thinking “I probably need more experience.” or “will my idea be liked?”.
But here’s the thing, those questions will continue to be
asked until you actually DO something.
So, I took the plunge and submitted my design to Love Patchwork & Quilting Magazine back in February. And I got a response! Like, right away that it was being sent to the editor for consideration. And then I got the best news – she was IN! And could I design a pillow to go with her too! Um, yes, yes, I can!!
So, I took the plunge and submitted my design to Love Patchwork & Quilting Magazine back in February. And I got a response! Like, right away that it was being sent to the editor for consideration. And then I got the best news – she was IN! And could I design a pillow to go with her too! Um, yes, yes, I can!!
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It was fun. And scary. And frustrating. And stressful. And
joyful. All at the same time! I’ve come to realize that it’s from pushing yourself
out of your comfort zone, tackling the unknown and going for what you want that
you grow, learn and achieve!
And the hard work paid off, because she not only made it into
the magazine, but she made the COVER. This pretty is a Cover Girl and I couldn’t
be more excited to share her with you.
DOUBLE WINDMILL QUILT
The Double Windmill quilt pattern is really versatile. I initially designed her with solids, but I also did quite a few mock-ups of different prints and each gives new life to the pattern. In short, you can’t go wrong with your fabric selection.
Here I went with Karen Lewis Textiles’ latest Blueberry Park 3 fabric
collection for Robert Kaufman and I just love how the prints add additional dimension
to the overall look.
I had lots of fun playing with the colours and couldn’t
resist incorporating a little coral in there 😉
For added texture, I opted to back her in this dreamy linen. I can see a lot of my quilts
being backed in it! The fabric feels AH-mazing!
Even more fun is how easy this pattern is. It may look
complex, but I promise it’s one of the easiest quilts you’ll ever make.
If you’re looking to make a similar version, here’s all the
materials you’ll need:
50wt thread for piecing and quilting
Double Windmill quilt pattern in LPQ Issue 67
You can find the pattern in Love Patchwork and Quilting Magazine Issue 67. Or sign
up for the annual digital edition here.
And don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @shannonfraserdesigns with
#doublewindmillquilt so I can see your pretty make 😊
Happy quilting!
xo
Shannon
PS Winter lighting is proving to be a challenge these days, here's to hoping for more sunshine in the coming winter months!
PPS I'm knocking this pretty off my Q4 FAL list.
PS Winter lighting is proving to be a challenge these days, here's to hoping for more sunshine in the coming winter months!
PPS I'm knocking this pretty off my Q4 FAL list.
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How awesome that the experience went so well and congratulations on making the cover! I really like the hearts I can see in the piecing with your coloration. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! I count myself very lucky with how smoothly it all went! Aren’t the hearts fun? I love those little details in a pattern 😉
DeleteIt's a beautiful quilt and lovely to be published! Thank you for participating in the FAL, on behalf of the 2018 global FAL hosts.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Leanne! Definitely fun to be published 😊 Thank you for hosting the 2018 FAL! It’s been fun!
DeleteI am crazy about this quilt. Thank you for sharing your lovely inspiration
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Rosemary! I’m thrilled you like this design 😊 Stay tuned for it’s release later this year!
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