Monday, January 21, 2013

Peace

Back in the fall of 2009, when I started this little blog, I got much encouragement from a few ladies.  One of these fine ladies was Rene'.  She always had such kind words, and her quilts inspired me to reach out and try new things.  Well, once upon a time she made a quilt that I loved, and had never seen anything like.  Being the kind of gal I am, I pestered and stalked her, begging for her to tell me how she did it...send me a copy of her scribbled wanderings...make a pattern and let me purchase it.  I was desperate!

I know for a fact I am not the only gal to love Rene's Peace Quilt.  Sweet!  She developed a pattern!!!  Then, glory be, she sent a rough draft to little, old, stalker me!  Well, what was I to do?  I offered to test for her.

Behold, my version of Rene's Peace Quilt Pattern!!!



I chose to make the lap version of her quilt.  The pattern is great though, and has three size options.  I just love that in a pattern.  The larger quilt has pinwheels making up the peace sign.  It is definitely on my to do list!


I loved how the pattern was designed to be pre-cut friendly.  I got these great batiks at a LQS, and since the pattern is a PDF download, I was able to get started quickly.

edited to add:  Moda Rainbow batik charms are still available at The Quilt Shoppe, and she will mail them to you.  Just call Dawn at 765-649-9102.


The directions were excellent, and the corners met crisply.  I love that!!  I was able to make this even while my home is undergoing renovations.  All in all it is a great pattern that was a ton of fun to make!

Several lovely ladies are throwing bloggy parties for Rene'.  
Here is the schedule of events:

Tuesday, January 22 - Michele at  Nostalgic Cafe
Wednesday, January 23 - Cindy at  Live a Colorful Life
Thursday, January 24 - Michelle at  Frustrated Quilter
Friday, January 25 - Stephanie at Peas in a Pod
Monday, January 28 - Terri at Terri's Notebook
Tuesday, January 29 - Doris at Made by a Brunnette
Wednesday, January 30 - Mary at Mary on Lake Pulaski
Thursday, January 31 - Shelly at Prairie Moon Quilts
Friday, February 1 - back to me Rene' at Rene' Creates  for a give away!


I am so honored to be the first host!  Even better, Rene' is offering a free pattern to one of my readers.  Just leave a comment on this post, and be sure I will have a way to email you.  But don't stop there, visit all these ladies for chances to win. 

The giveaway will close Friday, February 1.

Blessings,

KT

48 comments:

  1. Love, love, love it!!! And I am so glad you pestered, stalked, begged...uh, I mean encouraged Rene' to develop her pattern ;-)))I, too, fell in love with Feeling Groovy!! Great job on your #peace!!!

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  2. Your quilt top is beautiful! I agree the corners matched up perfectly!

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  3. Love the pattern that Rene' made...and I love your version of it! Thanks for the chance!

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  4. Just as beautiful online as it was in person! Great piecing and can't wait to see where it goes from here!

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  5. That is beautiful!!! love the colors and what a fun pattern!

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  6. KT, your lap quilt is just gorgeous!!! Love all the fun and bright batiks. Thank you so much for encouraging me to put this pattern down on paper (besides just my pencil drawings) and believing in me. I can't believe you were able to test the pattern and make the quilt top all with renovations going on. You rock!

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  7. GORgeous---you did a fabulous job :)

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  8. Love the colors you used in this quilt. Would love to make this myself.
    Shawn

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  9. Love your version of this quilt. Rene' did a fabulous job with this pattern and I can't wait to make it.

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  10. I follow Rene's blog and the first time I saw this quilt, I was in love!! I love the batik fabrics you used. Can't go wrong with batiks! Thanks for a chance to win -- I would love to "piece" the "peace"!

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  11. I love Rene's Peace quilt, and your version with batiks is lovely. My oldest grandchild, almost 12, has been obsessed with the peace sign for several years so I am looking forward to using Rene's pattern to make this quilt for her. sharonbrown.99@comcast.net

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  12. I love this quilt! I came over from IG- had to come and see bigger pictures of your rainbow version of this adorable quilt! It looks beautiful! I can't wait to see what bigger versions look like too! Thanks for the chance to win a pattern!

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  13. Don't enter me in the drawing, as I'm one of the pattern testers, but I love your quilt! It turned out great! I love your batiks and the colors! Wonderful!

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  14. I love this! My daughter bugged me to get the Peace Quilt from Pottery Barn but I wouldn't pay the money. Making a Piece Sign Quilt has always been on my mind and Pinterest board. If I don't win I'm definitely going to have to go get myself this pattern. Gorgeous job and colors!

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  15. I love the fabrics you chose. I have a granddaughter who would love this quilt. She loves everything with a Peace sign. Thanks so much for a chance to win a copy of the pattern. Hugs

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  16. Don't count me for the giveaway (as I'm one of the blog hop hosts) but I just wanted to say how fun and cheery your Peace quilt is! Awesome...

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  17. Don't enter me either but I also wanted to add that this is just beautiful!! I also did a color wheel (check it out Wednesday) but our two quilts look completely different. Your batiks are just rich-looking and absolutely gorgeous! I'm so glad Rene' finally turned this into a pattern. I had a great time making it. Your version is just stunning!

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  18. Lovely quilt! I especially like your color arrangement!

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  19. What a wonderful pattern - I'm not surprised you pestered her for it and it is wonderful that she is publishing it! This will be going on my list for sure~

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  20. Its a great pattern! Your version is great- sort of 60's colours with a 60's message! Thanks for a chance to win the pattern!

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  21. Very nicely done, I love your color choices. We all could use a reminder to have peace in our lives and this is a great way to display such a thought!

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  22. Wow, that quilt is awesome. Congrats

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  23. Love your Peace quilt! Those batiks just shine. I had fun with the pattern too. I think Rene' has a winner there.

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  24. That is really a cute quilt. My grand daughter was just here and she thought it was pretty cool. If I am a lucky winner I won't be back home until the 11th of Feb so don't give it away. marlaruthnelson@gmail.com

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  25. I would love to win a copy of the pattern.

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  26. What a great quilt. And I love that it has kind of a tie-dye vibe going on!

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  27. The batiks are just gorgeous in it. Very pretty.

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  28. Adorable! It's a real 60s/70s Peace quilt with the great colors. I'd love to win. Thanks

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  29. I love this pattern!!! I'm so into Peace Signs.. Would love to win :)

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  30. such an appealing project ... a sign of the times. your batiks are outstanding! thanx for a chance to win the pattern.

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  31. That is a very clever pattern.

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  32. I love this , I really like the Batiks that you used.

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  33. That is so pretty! I would love to make that quilt for my beloved granddaughter who loves the peace sign!

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  34. what aKewl vintage pattern with a modern twist. Love your rainbowed version, very striking. Peacefully pieced I'm sure. Jane

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  35. Love your colors! Great job on the quilt - I see why you stalked her!!!

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  36. Your version is lovely! I really like this pattern! Thanks for a chance to win:)

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  37. love the quilt. thanks for the chance to win

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  38. I love Rene's Peace quilt and your gorgeous version too. Thanks for the chance.

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  39. Great quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  40. Hello,

    I love your take on Rene's Peace quilt. It is fantastic, good luck with the quilting of it.

    Happy days.
    Bev.xoxo

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  41. This is a lovely quilt pattern and I adore your versions.

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