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!!!!
Really love your patterns ! They are so fresh and fun. Thanks for the chance to win !
Posted by: Martina | April 19, 2010 at 10:17 PM
I love how bright and boyish this quilt is! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Kirsty | April 19, 2010 at 10:20 PM
Hi Kellie,
I love your work, it is amazing. I would love the chance to win one of your wonderful designs.
Posted by: Suzanne C | April 19, 2010 at 10:22 PM
Hi Kellie,
Monsters is definately on my list of completely necessary projects to do! I adore your work and am always in awe of your talent. I just saw your next workshop advertised at my local fabric shop so I hope to be there this time!
Cheers,
Kylie
Posted by: Kylie | April 19, 2010 at 10:25 PM
Hi Kellie,Love the Little Monsters quilt.What a great pattern! the Wish you were here pattern looks to be a great way to get started. Hope I'm lucky!
Posted by: Lydia Goode | April 19, 2010 at 10:26 PM
I had and inkling that your block would be another tree; and what a little beauty it is. Just have to have that magazine !!! Although my "little" boy isn't so little anymore that I could make him the monster quilt (he's at Uni ;) there's always the hope for a little grandson one day, right?
Posted by: vreni | April 19, 2010 at 10:41 PM
Wow that is so cute!
Posted by: Quoizel | April 19, 2010 at 10:52 PM
I actually went and back-ordered the magazine for that pattern. Now I want the real pattern too, so I can make the cushions. I'm coming to one of your workshops later in the year. I can't wait!
Posted by: Carmel | April 19, 2010 at 10:56 PM
What a cute quilt! Who what of thought monsters could be so darn cute.
Posted by: Anita | April 19, 2010 at 11:33 PM
I love your work!
Posted by: theresa | April 19, 2010 at 11:37 PM
what a georgeous bright colourful quilt! fantastic for the boys or even just a monster lover!
Posted by: libster | April 19, 2010 at 11:38 PM
What an adorable pattern! I think all of your patterns are stunning
Posted by: so we added chickens | April 19, 2010 at 11:56 PM
I am so excited about this pattern. What cute monsters. I hope to win the Wish You Were Here pattern since I live in the states and can't get to one of your workshops. Love that pattern!
Posted by: Deborah S. | April 20, 2010 at 12:10 AM
Wonderful! I haven't seen a single pattern of yours yet that doesn't make my fingers itch for some fabric and my sewing machine ... congratulations on yet another stunning, inspiring, jaw dropping pattern!
Posted by: Elizabeth | April 20, 2010 at 12:12 AM
So great to see the whole pattern come out, and the two bonus cushions are fabulous!
Posted by: Angela | April 20, 2010 at 12:51 AM
Wow! This is so unbelievably cute. I love the colors and all those little monsters :)
Just curious, is "Wish you were here" a pattern for sale somewhere as well? I just love it!
Posted by: Liz | April 20, 2010 at 12:58 AM
Very cute pattern, I will need to make 2 for my two little monster grand daughters! Please include me in the giveaway, thanks, Elaine
Posted by: Elaine | April 20, 2010 at 01:07 AM
I am loving your designs, complimented by your great choice of fabric/colors. Thanks for a great blog!
Posted by: Carol | April 20, 2010 at 01:26 AM
I love this pattern. You are one talented lady!! I have a couple of your patterns but have not had the chance to get to them yet. I may have to add in the Monster pattern now.
Posted by: Mama Spark | April 20, 2010 at 01:32 AM
Will Little Monsters be available in your store? Love the other pattern too - your work is great!
Posted by: Anna | April 20, 2010 at 01:38 AM
I have to e-mail details of your project to my guild as it is so cute. We have had a very quilty few days with visiting tutor Jan Krentz who may be forced to stay with us a few more days due to the volcano ash closing down most european airports.
Posted by: Sue Bone | April 20, 2010 at 01:47 AM
All of your work is so beautiful-I am green with envy!
Posted by: DianeY | April 20, 2010 at 01:54 AM
Another fantastic quilt! You are so talented and creative. Great job and look forward to seeing your new project. Greetings from Texas, Lisa
Posted by: Lisa LeBlanc | April 20, 2010 at 01:55 AM
Never get sick of giveaways.....don't be silly. *S*
Posted by: Sequana | April 20, 2010 at 02:24 AM
Love everything you do!!
Looking forward to get my hands on the next Homespun. It will take a few more days-weeks before it arrives here in Sweden.
Posted by: Carolina H | April 20, 2010 at 02:28 AM
WooHoo!!! Congrats on the pattern release -- I only wish you'd been around twenty years ago so I could have made this quilt for MY little monsters!!!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | April 20, 2010 at 02:31 AM
Another great pattern. So creative and bright.
Posted by: Pattie Crum | April 20, 2010 at 02:50 AM
Just got the puppet tent pattern in the mail, bought the fabric, and can't wait to get started on it. I'm donating it to my daughter's preschool as an End of the Schoolyear gift. Your work is AMAZING. Can I get this new pattern at your Etsy shop? I'll go and check. No need to write if it's there. It's AWESOME. The colors are brilliant. I'm in the US. Is your work carried by anyone over here?
Best,
Indiana Lori
Mommy to Sara & Kelly (both little adorable monsters)
Posted by: Indiana Lori | April 20, 2010 at 03:27 AM
Little monsters is amazing, been waiting for you to release this pattern....
Posted by: Tash | April 20, 2010 at 03:47 AM
Your little monsters quilt is fabulous Kellie, I know a few friends who would love this for their "little monsters". I'd love a chance of winning your giveaway as I adore all your patterns!
Posted by: Gisele | April 20, 2010 at 04:17 AM
Loving loving your patterns! You do such great work.
Posted by: Michelle | April 20, 2010 at 04:20 AM
Beautiful design, fun colors, and combined techniques - I can't wait to receive the back issue of Homespun I just ordered so I can make your "Little Monsters" quilt! Thanks for the chance to win the "Wish You Were Here" giveaway.
Posted by: Dee Dee | April 20, 2010 at 04:54 AM
Kellie,
I wish I had had this pattern when my son was younger! He would have gone crazy over it. I love your use of color! It is always enjoyable to see what you have created next! Keep up the good work!
Have a great day!
Paula :)
Posted by: Paula | April 20, 2010 at 05:24 AM
The little monsters quilt is stunning but what caught my eye was the monogram monsters! What a wonderful design for a kid's room.
Posted by: robin(rsislandcrafts) | April 20, 2010 at 05:42 AM
Another great pattern but this one I bet my son would love! Thank you!
Posted by: Lynn T | April 20, 2010 at 06:08 AM
Yay! So glad the pattern is available -- I had been looking for Homespun in vain just for that pattern!
Posted by: nanann | April 20, 2010 at 06:45 AM
Great pattern...congrats on its release.
Posted by: cardygirl | April 20, 2010 at 07:18 AM
Absolutely love your patterns, Little Monsters is on the sewing table and prgressing very nicely. Would love to go in the draw to try and win Wish you were here. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Leanne | April 20, 2010 at 07:33 AM
Love the monsters! Do you have any tutorials about the trapunto - I am intrigued by it and have never tried it. In fact, I don't even know much about it. But I love your quilt!
Posted by: beth | April 20, 2010 at 07:39 AM
This pattern is so delightful! You've outdone yourself!
Posted by: Dana | April 20, 2010 at 07:40 AM
Love your patterns. Little Monsters is just too cute to be believed!
Posted by: Robyn Brown | April 20, 2010 at 08:23 AM
Love the Wish You Were Here pattern Kellie! I'd be happy if you'd sent me one!
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | April 20, 2010 at 09:06 AM
Your work is awesome. I would be THRILLED to win!! Kristy in Ohio
Posted by: Kristy | April 20, 2010 at 09:18 AM
Oooh I love the monsters! I need to find a cute little boy to sew one for. I do have a cute little girl who would love a 'wish you were here' cushion though ;)
Posted by: Becci | April 20, 2010 at 09:55 AM
Oh Kellie I love that monster quilt, just fantastic and 2 cushions to match as well. I love the one with the name on it, might have to take a peek and see if anyone near me sells them! I saw the latest Homespun with your name on the cover, might have to get a copy very soon before they are all gone! How are the 2 kitties going?
Posted by: sue | April 20, 2010 at 10:09 AM
Your patterns continue to amaze me = they are so detailed and full of life!
Posted by: Karen | April 20, 2010 at 10:23 AM
Well Kellie, I went out and bought Homespun especially for your monster quilt. But now I LOVE the cushions, so am off to get your pattern for my boys. They both think the monsters are very cool!
I love your patterns. They are so wonderful and fresh. I'm about to start Meg's Garden for my sweet girl.
Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Michelle | April 20, 2010 at 10:40 AM
You are truly amazing! I would LOVE to win one of your patterns. I only wish you were published in the US quilting mags...Homespun is sooooo expensive to receive here in the states :( But thanks anyways for the special previews and treats!
Posted by: Sheryl | April 20, 2010 at 10:50 AM
Another gorgeous piece of work! I love your creations and really want to win this one.
Posted by: Tracy | April 20, 2010 at 11:07 AM
I am in awe of your appliqué skills! I would love to win this kit :)
Posted by: Meghan | April 20, 2010 at 11:14 AM