Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Do You Dare? …

       

To Dresden!  I do!  Enthusiastically!  I am so excited to be a part of the Dare to Dresden blog hop organized by Madame Samm over at the “Sew We Quilt” blog and Christine at the “Quilt Monster in My Closet” blog. 
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Last summer, I started playing with my EZ Dresden ruler and made a bunch of Dresdens.  I appliqued them all down onto some plain blocks.  Then I decided that it was just too darn plain!  Even with fancy sashings, it was just too plain.  So I dug into my folder of applique shapes and came up with this ………
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Much better, I think!  Now make 12 of these babies and design some sweet borders to finish it off ……
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I used two sashings with a contrasting corner post around each block.  To join the 12 blocks together, I used a wide fuchsia mini dot print with a 16 block corner post.  This quilt was time consuming, but it was truly a pleasure to design and assemble.  I enjoyed every minute of it.  Thank you for stopping here and looking in on my Dresden creation on the Dare to Dresden blog hop and hope you will come back again.  Please do click on the following links and check out what the other Dare to Dresden hoppers have to share with you!
January 30th, 2013
Charlotte H @ “that Other Blog”
It Seems to be Sew
Merry Gay in Stitches
Water Penny
Granny Good Stuff
Under the Presser Foot
More Stars in Comanche
Sew Me Something Good
The Day Before This Day
Farm Road
Livin' Blue Quilter
I Piece 2 Mary
Kwilty Pleasures
Espritpatch
Nutz4Redwork


 Till next time …….
Enjoy,  Merry Gay
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Location: Sikeston, MO 63801, USA

78 comments:

  1. TheresaJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    How beautiful, I love pink and green together. The applique round the Dresdens is absolutely gorgeous.

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  2. NatiJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:33 AM

    Wow that is just amazing, all that hard work! Well done, lovely

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  3. Sunshine GirlJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:43 AM

    Its lovely - I love the bright pink. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. Britt-IngerJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    Your quilt is so beautiful and stunning. All that work, so amazing. Thanks for sharing your creativity

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  5. Patty C.January 30, 2013 at 3:49 AM

    Beautiful work ;)

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  6. charlotteJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    Just beautiful Merry. Thanks for sharing today. I have been to Sikeston Mo. How many can say that?

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  7. SuzeJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    A very striking quilt! You are a great designer. The fuchsia and the shade of green compliment each other so well. Thanks for participating and inspiring us.

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  8. JeanieJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:52 AM

    The borders on your dresdens really make this quilt! Beautiful job and great fabrics!

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  9. DiannJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    What a beautiful quilt you have made.

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  10. CalicojoanJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    What a wonderful combo. You certainly have a beautiful heirloom to enjoy now!

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  11. Sowing StitchesJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    Thank you! You solved the problem I was having with the "Group Project' Dare to Dresden Friendship Quilt! How? Double sashing!!! :)

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  12. linynpJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    I'm over the top in love with this quilt and Dresden project!!!!

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  13. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    The combination of applique with these dresdens is amazing! I love this! blessings, marlene

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  14. Christine LJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    Wow Your applique with the Dresdens is amazing! Great job! Thank you for participating..You told that Dare who was boss! *wink* Hugs and Happy Hoppin

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  15. Marjorie's Busy CornerJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    Stunning dresden quilt....you put a lot of time into this..thanks for sharing

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  16. gpcJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Your quilt is ABSOLUTELY beautiful! I love the colors, the combination of technique -- perfect!

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  17. MommarockJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    What a beautiful quilt!!

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  18. Barb NeiwertJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    What a great quilt - lovely! These hops are certainly good for motivation to get something done, aren't they?

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  19. InGaJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Beautiful quilt. The application at the sides did the trick. Regards from Sweden.

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  20. LindaJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Your quilt is just beautiful! I love the addition of the applique, too!

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  21. pinsandneedlesJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Pretty, Pretty in pink! Your quilt is lovely. Thanks for sharing.

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  22. Carol SwiftJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    That is a beautiful quilt! I love the colors and the borders around them are amazing. Thanks for sharing!

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  23. GillJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    What a pretty quilt! I love the colours!
    Thank you for sharing!

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  24. JudyCinNCJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    Wow on your most beautiful quilt. So unique and a true treasure. Judy C thanks you

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  25. sew.darn.quiltJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Beautiful quilt, thank you for sharing :)

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  26. Vicki HJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Beautiful quilt! Thanks for sharing.

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  27. TammyJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Those are amazeing. And what a gorgeous gorgeous quilt it all turned out to be.... conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  28. Agnes B. BullockJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    WOW! LOVE THIS! Wish I had your imagination and talent- this is simply spectacu;ar!

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  29. ✄ Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy ✄January 30, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! I love the colors. And I love the cupid and owl on your blog, too cute!

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  30. Quilt n QueenJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Stunning! Luv the sashing and applique...a gorgeous quilt Merry. The Valentine owl is just the cutest!! Thanks for sharing with us today! Happy stitching, Pauline

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  31. Joyce CarterJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Your quilt is absolutely gorgeous! I like the applique that you added to it. I think it really adds a special touch. Thank you for sharing.(like the clip art on your blog) New follower.

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  32. The Slow QuilterJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    The quilt came out lovely, love he pink. Thank you for sharing.

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  33. CarolineJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Wow! Very impressive. You're right, the flowers around the dresdens really make the block. Beautiful quilt!

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  34. VickieJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    "SEW" beautiful Merry ! The quilt is awesome !

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  35. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    That is a beautiful quilt!

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  36. Kathy HJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    Beautiful scalloped border on those dresdens.

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  37. VivianJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Wonderful, wonderful quilt and the effort that went into it is evident! Well done!

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  38. Needled MomJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    That is really lovely!! Wonderful job.

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  39. Kathy @ Kwilty PleasuresJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Just lovely!

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  40. Amy, a redeemed sheepJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Wow! It is a true beauty!!

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  41. LisaJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    You quilt is truly lovely thank you for sharing!

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  42. PattyJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    very pretty. I like the whole block.

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  43. JulieJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    So lovely and springy!

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  44. Livin' Blue QuilterJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    This is a beautiful quilt. Thanks for sharing. Robin

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  45. Judy BJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Beautiful colors in your lovely Dresden quilt! Thank you for sharing.

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  46. WendyJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    that is such a fab quilt! I love the addition of the appl8ique round each dresden

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  47. LanaJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Your quilt is BEAUTIFUL! WOW! and as a side note...i would love to see your sewing space...the view behind that block looks enticing!

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  48. suemacJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    Very pretty with all that applique.

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  49. Apple Avenue QuiltsJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Love the combination of the applique and Dresdens. They were made for each other. Beautiful, beautiful quilt. Congratulations on such wonderful work.

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  50. ShirleyCJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    That is just gorgeous!

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  51. java divaJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    The colors are so beautiful!! And this quilt is so impressive!!

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  52. Farm Road QuiltsJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    pretty, pretty!

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  53. WendyJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    Very pretty!

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  54. rubyslipperz1052January 30, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    This is one of the prettiest quilts that I've seen. It's clean/crisp and yet soft. It's elegant and also bright and cheery. Great choice of colors. I like the way the plates are set off with the "sashes". =)

    hugZ,
    annie

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  55. Sylvia AndersonJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    I must tell you how beautiful I think this quilt is. The applique was just what it needed and your color palette just add to the beauty of the quilt. I just love seeing all the pretty quilts and all the talented people on these blog hops.

    Sylvia

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  56. DeAnna January 30, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! I love the pink and green combination! Stunning!

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  57. tubilinha tiacarminhaJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Estou apaixonada por seus trabalhos,parabéns .Isto sim éque é talento.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

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  58. LJJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Your dresden quilt is spectacular. Love the colors you used, the applique, the sashing, and the borders.

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  59. LeahJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    The applique border is fantastic. It is perfect for those dresden plates.

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  60. lefuntzJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    The appliqué border made the block. What a great idea!

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  61. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    stunning, thanks for sharing.
    Liebe Grüße
    Bente

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  62. Sarah CorreaJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    OMG! This is soooo beautiful!

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  63. sandraJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    Beautiful quilt and the applique makes it much more special. Thanks for sharing

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  64. Rosemary B❤️January 30, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    Rosemary B here: this is really beautiful. An absolute treasure!
    Thank you for sharing your massive creativity

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  65. Jane's QuiltingJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Your Dresden's are so adorable. I just love the way you added the flowered applique around them.

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  66. VickiTJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Wow. What a beautiful quilt. You created something anyone would be proud of. It's just gorgeous.

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  67. Ellie QJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    Beautiful! I love the applique you added. And I feel so much better realizing that you didn't just whip this up since the Dresden challenge came about!

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  68. Gina LoomisJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    Gorgeous! I love everything about it! Thanks for participating and inspiring us!

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  69. OhioLoriJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    Oh my gosh!!! You are soooo Talented!!! Absolutely beautiful....and sooooo creative!!! LOVE your quilt!!!

    Thank you for sharing!! :)

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  70. Teatime CreationsJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    What a gorgeous quilt. Lovely.

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  71. CeciliaJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:25 PM

    Your quilt is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.

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  72. Jodi - usairdollJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    You're so talented and what a lovely design you created. I love applique as well and what you added made such a beautiful block and quilt. Plus it's pink and green! hehe. Thank you for sharing with us, awesome job!

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  73. Mary E. StephensJanuary 31, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Gorgeous quilt! I love pink and green. :-) Looks like it was a lot of work, though, at least from my inexperienced perspective. :-)

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  74. carlaJanuary 31, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Hi!! Beautiful!!! Beautiful!!! Love your dresdens and your quilt!! Thanks for the fun!!!

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  75. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleJanuary 31, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    Stunning!

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  76. MoeWestJanuary 31, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Your quilt is gorgeous!

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  77. evelynFebruary 1, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    OMG That is taking it up a whole nother notch. I never would have thought of this. Congrats. Very creative.

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  78. MindyFebruary 8, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    What a wonderful quilt. I love the color combination. Of course the blocks are just outstanding!!!!

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