It has taken longer than I expected to try and slot back into everyday life and I still feel a little like a fish out of water. The flight home was long and arduous and even before the midway point I was promising myself that I would never leave Australia again ... although I am sure that these emotions will pass with time! Besides ... once we win the lottery we will be able to fly first class ... and it will be me that the flight attendant is talking to when they announce that "those in Premiere Class may choose their own seat back position, however, they will need to store their ottoman for decent" (what an inconvenience!!!!)
It has also taken me longer to post as I have not had anything show until now. I have been flat out working on a project that I insanely agreed to while we were away which needs to be finished by the end of the month ...
How many days are there again until December?
This is my little quilt for the DQS. This also needs to be finished by the end of the month ... as you can see it will be a little late I hope that the recipient will forgive me.
My swap partner noted a dislike of a specific colour in her profile. I never realised how much I use this colour ... it has been difficult.
I never got to do very much sewing on our trip. I had imagined that I would have gotten a lot of hand piecing done while we were driving ... however, I never realised that my role during the driving phases would involve quite so many panic attacks! It is quite hard to hold a needle and sew a straight line when you are breathing into a paper bag ;).
I did however manage to draw up plans for 6 new quilts and many more ideas for others ... so it would seem that 2009 is going to be a busy year!!!
I hope you all have a great weekend!
Kellie
PS. When I collected the mail yesterday I was very pleased to see my new copy of Quilters Companion waiting for me ... and look what I found on the last page ....
Thats me listed beside my very cool and tallented friend Tracey!!!!! I was so excited I almost wet myself! ... as you can see there is not a lot of excitement in my life! :)
Welcome back!! love the little quilt! very cute! ....I found that when I was making a swap quilt .....my partner had very specific likes/dislikes and I put some of he diliked fabric in without realising it....because I use it so much I didn't even notice it....she still liked it tho!
Posted by: Lorraine | November 28, 2008 at 04:06 PM
1. Welcome home!
2. wow!
3. wow!
4. Wow!
5. Congratulations.
Posted by: kathryn | November 28, 2008 at 04:07 PM
Welcome home!! Kellie, that heart quilt is beautiful!!! I haven't finished my doll quilt either so don't stress too much!! Neither have I received one and am in no hurry. Congrats on seeing your name in print - it's quite a buzz isn't it. And you so deserve to be seen in as many magazines as possible. I will have to get you to autograph a few like Amy Butler did!!! Hope we can catch up for a coffee soon. xx
Posted by: Louise | November 28, 2008 at 04:58 PM
The quilt is an absolute stunner. I can only imagine the six that you drew up after the inspiration of the US quilt market.
AND... that's me, listed beside MY very cool and talented friend Kellie!
Posted by: tracey petersen | November 28, 2008 at 05:45 PM
welcome back! the dolly quilt is just gorgeous....I don't think anyone will mind waiting for this to arrive!!!
Posted by: soo | November 28, 2008 at 06:20 PM
Welcome back - you've been missed! That doll quilt is superb - I am constantly amazed at your imagination and the quality of your work. Looking forward to seeing that issue of Quilter's Companion in January!
Posted by: Lara | November 28, 2008 at 06:33 PM
Glad to see you back my friend - I love the little bird and how could your partner not mind waiting for that quilt - it's gorgeous. You are going to be jumping on hot bricks no waiting for the magazine aren't you and you know what - I don't blame you :-)
Lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | November 28, 2008 at 07:15 PM
Welcome home. It's so nice to have you back.
I absolutely love that quilt. Even if you are a little late, I'm sure the recipient will admit that it was worth the wait.
Andi :-)
Posted by: Andi | November 28, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Welcome home Kellie! I'm pleased to see you home and gradually getting accustomed to Oz life again. You've obviously lost none of your talent whilst you were away - the latest makes are as gorgeous as ever. (Please don't tell me your swap partner doesn't like green? :-O It's one of my favourite colours!)
x
Posted by: Kitty | November 28, 2008 at 08:13 PM
I came here for your art smock tutorial. I just love your blog. your work is so inspiring. I would love to learn how to applique so well.
Posted by: caz | November 28, 2008 at 08:19 PM
Welcome back! after flying back from visiting Minneapolis alone with an eight year old son a few years ago, I was almost hoping for a plane crash just to relieve the tedium of that endless 15 hour flight...it just seemed to go on forever!
I am jealous of your swap partner, that miniature looks exquisite.
Posted by: susan | November 28, 2008 at 08:43 PM
Oh that is just gorgeous! I really love the colours - I need some colour, everything is very grey here in the UK atm.
Posted by: Nicki | November 28, 2008 at 10:55 PM
Love what your working on the colours are Gorgeous...Congratulations for being in the Mag...looking forward to seeing that one.
Welcome Home.
cheers
Posted by: maree | November 28, 2008 at 11:09 PM
Welcome back Kellie, have missed yr posts and seeing beautiful quilts. seems like you will have yr head down for the next few days
Posted by: Handmaiden | November 28, 2008 at 11:44 PM
Such a loooong flight, I'm sure you must have breathed a sigh of relief when your feet touched Oz soil and you could throw away your paper bag. I understand completely, there are still many times when I'll just shut my eyes while dh is driving...lol... I do hope you'll share with us what's in that issue of the magazine, so we know what to look for in the stores here. Your swap quilt is adorable as per usual, and I'm sure your new creations for the next year will be just as stunning as your previous ones.
Posted by: Linda | November 29, 2008 at 04:19 AM
Beautiful, yummy things to look at, congratulations on being published, will look forward to seeing you in print many times, I'm sure.
Posted by: Janet | November 29, 2008 at 07:54 AM
Your heart mini is awesome!! It makes me sad when I read that you missed the signup on the Four Seasons Swap...I'd have loved to have had your talent there :-)
Margaret
Posted by: margaret | November 29, 2008 at 08:28 AM
I'm sure i saw one of your quilts as part of a display at the AQM??? yes??? I wanted to pek a bit closer but the booth was busy! November is a disaster!!!
Posted by: Jodie | November 29, 2008 at 09:35 AM
I will be eagerly awaiting Issue #35 of Quilters Companion!! Love your latest projects - the Doll Quilt is spectacular and so very pretty. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us in 2009!
Posted by: Lisa | November 29, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Holy guacamole!!!!!! That is the most beautiful quilt I think I've ever seen! I LOVE IT.
Posted by: kirsty | November 29, 2008 at 12:11 PM
I am in that swap, I mentioned a specific color I don't like.... Maybe it's me???
If so WOOOOHOOOO because this quilt is DARLING. :)
Posted by: Erin K | November 29, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Wow, your doll quilt is amazing. What a lucky partner! I love the design and the colors, you are very talented.
Posted by: Tina | November 29, 2008 at 12:49 PM
Just found youe blog! OMG! that quilt is so cute, I love it!
Nadine
the material girls quilts
Posted by: Nadine Woodraska | November 29, 2008 at 03:46 PM
Welcome home!!
More gorgeousness!
Your lucky swap partner!
Cant wait to see the magaZine.
You are brilliant.
Posted by: meggie | November 30, 2008 at 03:05 PM
Welcome home. What I can see here is stunning! Looking forward to seeing your creative work again!
Posted by: Sarah | November 30, 2008 at 05:33 PM
Welcome back! Another stunning creation! Cant wait to see all these projects finished.
Posted by: Hayley | November 30, 2008 at 10:37 PM
You are amazing!!! Your work is stunning!!
Posted by: Kriszta | December 01, 2008 at 12:56 AM
Welcome home! I am sure you are still re-living the highlights of your trip! That is one gorgeous quilt! Wow! I love the little bird on it. You never fail to amaze us, heh?
Posted by: Lisa Isaacs | December 01, 2008 at 04:47 AM
Oh that doll quilt is so sweet! I need one (or three) for my girls! I am glad you had such a great time away. And i look forward to the mag.
Posted by: Amelia | December 01, 2008 at 08:40 AM
Hi Kellie.....you left a comment on my blog re the striped fabric in my little quilt....sorry I couldn't reply as you have a "no-reply" setting...if you want to email me I can give you details of where I bought the fabric...and I still have small piece if you need some.
Posted by: Lorraine | December 01, 2008 at 08:53 AM
I don't think your swap partner is going to mind it being a little late when they recieve that gorgeous quilt! It is amazing!
Posted by: Renee | December 02, 2008 at 07:14 AM
your name in print...woohoo! when is your pattern going to be published?! I am waiting!!!!
Posted by: upstatelisa | December 03, 2008 at 12:05 AM
Welcome home! I have read my new quilters companion and I did notice that little bit on the last page!! the worst thing now is waiting for the next issue to come out! I LOVE your heart quilt!
Posted by: The Chocolate Cat | December 03, 2008 at 12:50 PM
This is the most delicious creation i have seen in a very long time. Congratulations Kellie. I can't wait to see what you share in 2009.
Posted by: Kim | December 03, 2008 at 02:29 PM
Hi Kellie.
Thanks so much for all the lovely comments over at my blog. I seem to have misplaced your email address so this is the best way I have of getting in touch.
It's so lovely of you to be so supportive. I do appreciate it.
Also, I love the new header.
And .... I got my copy of Homespun today. Megan's quilt looks amazing. Congratulations to her creative little self. I hope she wins her category. She deserves it!!!
Andi :-)
Posted by: Andi | December 04, 2008 at 07:23 PM