Little Monsters are on the loose!

OK ... I know a lot of you have been waiting for this ... Little Monsters is finally ready for release under the Don't Look Now lable!!!!

 

This quilt uses turned edge applique, raw edge applique & my simplified method of trapunto - the pattern provides instructions for all of these techniques.

There are also two bonus cushion designs included in the pattern!

and no ... you won't need to apply to change your son's name in order to make the cushion on the left ... which is called Monogram Monsters! I have included instructions so that you can adapt this project to suit any name! The cushion on the right is called Peek-A-Boo!

You can access this pattern from any of the retailers who stock my patterns ... if your local shop doesn't have it in stock yet then please just ask and they will be able to get it in for you.

Several people have asked for fabric packs for this quilt Ballarat Patchwork, Patchwork Angel, Addicted to Fabric & Blueberries ... just to name a few are all able to put together packs for this quilt.

Are you sick to death of giveaways yet ... you may well be ... but you can't release a new pattern with out giving something away!!!! Soooo if you leave a comment on this post between now and 12MN (Australian EST) on the 23rd of April I will select 1 random commenter and send them a copy of Wish you were here together with a little pack of fabric & supplies suitable to make up this project.

Good luck guys!!!

The lead up to the beginning of April really has been outrageously busy - which has meant that I have missed out on sharing many things with you ... I will get to these things I promise ... including classes at Patchwork Angel, Patchwork on Central Park, Ballarat Patchwork & Blueberries - I haven't forgotten you! I'm sorry guys there just isn't enough time in the day at the moment!!!

It is Quilting Month at Sew Mama Sew this month and I am one of their guest editors ... which is pretty exciting to say the least. There are lots of things happening over there so make sure you drop over and take a peek ... I will be writing a post later in the month regarding Domestic Machine Quilting ... so stay tuned!

Before I go ... another little look at something else I have been working on ...

 
 .... I love this project! Just another couple of weeks should do this one and I'll be able to manage a 'full frontal'!!!

Enjoy your week!!!!

Kellie

PS. This months Homespun Magazine features a block that I designed for this year's Charity Block of the Month - Life is a Celebration

This is a great project that has some pretty terrific other designers who have also put blocks together for the project.

 
Unfortunately, the dimensions of the centre white on white block are incorrect... the correct dimensions for this panel are .... 17 1/2" x 13 1/2". If you have already cut this block incorrectly ... set the fabric aside and you will be able to selvage this fabric to use elsewhere in the project.  

 
I thought you might also like to see this ad from Patchwork Angel which was also featured in the magazine!!!! I seem to recognize many of these quilts & cushions!!!!

Comments

[Karen]

Hi Kellie,
The new quilt is awesome. I have been so inspired by your blog. I featured my first attempt at a tree based on your Lilly Pilly quilt on my blog a few weeks ago. I have already started planning a second one in a different colorway. I would love to win a pattern from you. Your work is amazing. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[PeachRainbow]

i came here from 'a time for stitching' blog.
your projects are very beautiful, i am gonna subscribe via google reader now!
your 'wish you were here' quilt looks so cute!

[Susan]

I was looking at a closeup of your quilting and I just have to ask, does your sewing machine have a stitch regulator? Your stitches are so even!

Thanks,
Susan

PS LOVE LOVE LOVE the little monsters!

[Lisa]

I just ordered those lil 'ol monsters from Twiddletails even though I haven't made the last patterns of yours that I got. I did make a friend of mine a cute cute cute pillow using bits and pieces from your patterns. I love using your little birdies every chance I get. I love your style! Sadly, I have fallen far behind with my Joseph's Coat, but I made it one of my quilty New Year's resolutions so I haven't given up yet. Your little sneak peeks are very intriguing, I can't wait to see what you are up to. You HAVE been busy!

[Jane]

just gorgeous!

looking forward to tackling this one when I have a little more quilting under my belt!

[Mary]

Hi I love your work and hope to get to a sewing class if you ever come near Gippsland... and I will be going out to buy the homespun magazine, thanks

[Lexi Lucas]

Your work is absolutely gorgeous. I can't wait to take the plunge and make a full size quilt from your designs. Awesome.

[Cabille]

I love the little monsters. Can't wait to make one for my nephew.

[Viv]

Awseome pattern Kellie!!! I bought the copy of the magazine that had this pattern in it, just for that pattern. I am almost ready to start making Rainbow Lollipops.

[Freydis]

I love this pattern and the fabrics you have used are stunning. I´ve ordered the pattern and a fabric pack for it as well from Ballarat patchwork. Can´t wait for it to arrive but it will most likely take weeks as I live in Iceland. Thanks for brighten the days with your colorful work. Best regards from Iceland.

[Pam Capstick]

Hi Kellie,
Little Monsters is my favourite pattern of yours, I really love it. There are so many nice things to do for girls, but it can often be hard to find something that is bright and funky for boys. This pattern is perfect.
Cheers Pam in Horsham

[Helen Finch]

I love it - the monster cushion can easily adapted for girls on a different colour way. I love bright things - a mile away from "old fasioned quilt projects" - just what I enjoy sewing

[Jessica C.]

Oh, I'm so excited! I have been wanting to make this quilt! Thank you, thank you!

[simone mayze]

Congratulations on a great pattern. I always love the quilts and cushions you make.

mayzesimone@hotmail.com

[Karen Martin]

Your work is awesome - I'm a-wishin and a-hopin I'm a-winin!
:)

[Karen Martin]

Very pretty! :)

[Maree]

I Love this Quilt and the Cushions go Beautifully with it..
cheers

[Marie]

I love the little monster quilt! The cushions are great.

[Carolyn]

Great Pattern! I love the colours you use.

[Christine M]

Hi Kellie, Your Little Monsters quilt is lovely. So is the Wish You Were Here cushion.

[Anamaria Cortes]

I love all your designs, I´m working in Josephs Coat, and I hope to win your pattern

[Sherrie Letzter]

Hi Kellie, Your new quilt monsters is so adorable! Love your techniques you have incorporated into it too. Your talent never ceases to amaze me.

[Staci Payne]

What a creative mind you have!! Love the monogram pillow to go with that fantastic quilt!

[Trish]

Kellie your work is so inspirational! I love your use of color and your free spirited sense of design! Keep up the great work!

[Vickie]

You make me want to learn to do this...especially for my little grandson!!!!!

[Megan M.]

Those monsters are just so so adorable! Any of my 5 nephews would love that quilt!!

[Robin C]

What a cute monster pattern. Makes me wish my son was a little boy again. he would have loved it.

The giveaway pattern is wonderful. Everything i like, trees and birds!

Your designs are fantastic!

[jane]

All your work is so beautiful! Please enter me in. Thanks!

[Sherry Murray]

Hi Kellie, I love your work. And I love your monsters!

[Linda T]

Wow! That is just too cute! I asked my 5 year old if he liked it and he had a huge grin on his face! I've never done applique, so I think this would be too much to take on as a beginner! I'd love to start with your pillow - count me in!

[Abbe]

I absolutely love this quilt! Your monsters are fabulous. Well done.

[Jeannie]

Totally adorable, love the bright and cheeryness of it!

[Jane]

Love those Little Monsters.

[Denice]

Oh, my gosh, Little Monsters on the Loose is just about the cutest thing I ever saw and my grandson Charlie JUST ASKED for a polka dot quilt the other day!!!!!! My mouth dropped when I saw this! It's wonderful!!!

[KT]

Oh my. This has just become my new favourite pattern! Awesome!

[Rose]

Little Monsters is just divine, so bright and colourful, this has to be my first of your patterns to try!!!

[Beth]

your work is just amazing I love everything
hugs Beth

[kristin]

I must make this pattern. I don't even have kids - I want it for myself!

[Chriss Jasper]

Hi Kellie, you continue to amaze me with your exuberance and dedication to your family and all of us who wait with baited breath for the next delightful addition to your design and quilting accumulation. Just love it. I have a newphew who would just simply be estatic to recieve a monsters quilt, so please add me to the draw for the pattern.Thanks heaps for being so creative.

[Debbie in Chico/Sacto]

Love your designs and patterns. Congrats on your new addition.

[Dawn]

I love your work! And congrats on your new pattern. I am keeping my fingers crossed for the wish you were here pattern...

[Nicki C K]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this pattern! I can't wait to get my hands on it! I thought it was absolutely adorable when you first posted pics and I love it even more now! I am absolutely LOVIN those pillows too! I need to start picking my fabrics for this one pronto! I'm also thinking pinks & greens for my lil girl! Thanks for the chance to win!

[Cath Roberts]

Kellie, Congratulations on your success - you are truly an inspiration - we are so lucky to have you share your talent with us. Can't wait till your workshop in Sydney in July. Thanks, Cath

[Ginny]

I'm drooling on my keyboard! You are beyond talented!

[Amy]

I am so in love with the monster quilt. I have had my eye on it for a while and look forward to starting the challenge soon.

[shelley]

What a wonderful pattern, my little boy would LOVE this!!!

[Marjorie]

I just ordered my copy from Twiddletails...I'm so glad this is now easily available in the US.

[Karen]

I would love to win one of your patterns. Little Monsters quilt is gorgeous and I hope to have time to make it soon.!

[Dawn]

I absolutely adore the Monogram Monsters. Love the color and creativity.

[janalee]

love your stuff!!!