A few months ago Joshua brought home a library book called Silly Billy by Anthony Browne .... all of the kids just loved this book! The pictures were delightful and the storyline really appealed to us all ... particularly our Jessica. In the story Billy worried about everything ... and I mean everything!!!! This all stopped when he slept over at his Grandmother's house - she gave him some worry dolls to help take care of his worries ... there is a whole lot more to this story than this but I'm not going to spoil it for you ...
Our Jessica is a worrier .... she worries about everything! I can't tell you the trouble this poor little girl has sleeping. When she is in a really bad state her room literally glows from the number of lights she has on. After we read this story I knew I wanted to make a quilt using Worry Dolls to help my sweet little girl feel safe ... and this is what I came up with ...
Finished Quilt Size: 52” x 52” (132cm x 132cm)
I really love this quilt ... as does Jessie!
The quilt is intended as a cuddle quilt being a lap quilt size. You could easily change this pattern around a million different ways to make it yours ... I'd like to see it made up with a simple pieced center and then run a border of little worry dolls around the edge. All of the dolls, hair & clothing are interchangeable so that you can make them look like who ever you want them to which is a lot of fun!
Although this is a more girlie project .. my boys are waiting 'patiently' for me to make up a cushion for them with a boy doll dressed in their football teams colours ... and because there are some boys included in the pattern wouldn't a quilt made up entirely of football players be terrific for a football fanatic!
The pattern includes instructions to make up two different cushions .. you can make the doll to suit the little person you're making the cushion for ... it also includes the entire alphabet ... so you don't have to change your children's names!
If you happen to be spending the June / July school holidays on or near the Sunshine Coast you may like visit Patchwork Angel and take a peek at this quilt in the 'flesh' one of the cushions is also visiting with A2F.
I am going to be teaching again at Patchwork Angel on the 2nd & 3rd of October - unfortunately this class is already booked out ... it just happens to be in the last weekend of the Victorian school holidays so my entire crew will be coming along with me before the class so that we can take in some of that beautiful sunshine and all of the theme parks too of course ... I can't wait!!!!!!
As I mentioned in my last post there is a giveaway involved here!
Leave a comment on this post , my last post or the next post - before the 1st of July & one random commenter from each of these posts will receive a copy of;
Wish you were here or
In Spring - which ever takes your fancy.
If you leave a comment on all three of these posts before the 1st of July one commenter will have the chance to win a kit to make up either Wish you were here or In Spring - which ever takes your fancy.
If you purchased a copy of either of the two new projects from one of my retailers or from myself before the 1st of July then email me telling me where & when you bought the pattern and you will have a chance to win a kit to make up either Wish you were here or In Spring - which ever takes your fancy. Please remember you will need proof of purchase.
Good luck guys!
Kellie
What a cute doll quilt! Your background quilting is absolutely amazing...
Posted by: Darlene B | June 21, 2010 at 12:48 PM
OMG, Kellie! Those kids look like so much work! I mean it's an absolutely, fantastically adorable quilt, but it looks like it takes eons to make. Your pillow patterns are more "my size." Thanks for these chances to win.
Posted by: Linda | June 21, 2010 at 01:10 PM
Your work is so beautiful! I would love to win the kit to make your lovely pillows.
Posted by: Sharon Coleman | June 21, 2010 at 01:21 PM
Love your work - so colorful and inspiring.
Posted by: Rick | June 21, 2010 at 01:35 PM
Your quilt is amazing! Love it!
Posted by: Janelle | June 21, 2010 at 01:49 PM
Ohmygosh, those little dollies are so cute, Kellie! You've outdone yourself. Yes, most of your stuff is girlie, so it is time for something for the boys.
Posted by: Debbie | June 21, 2010 at 01:50 PM
WOW your designs are fantastic. Love the new quilt.
Posted by: Carol Lee | June 21, 2010 at 01:50 PM
Absolutely love your worry doll quilt. Just too cute!
Posted by: DianeY | June 21, 2010 at 01:50 PM
oh! I love the quiltie with the kiddos!! I would add some glasses to these for my daughter, too cute!
Posted by: kristine hanson | June 21, 2010 at 01:53 PM
OMG I love this one. Resist temptation and finish Rush hour first - I will I will I will :)
Posted by: Shirley Taylor | June 21, 2010 at 01:53 PM
We have borrowed that book from the library too. What a great inspiration for a quilt!
Posted by: Carmel | June 21, 2010 at 01:56 PM
Simply beautiful Kellie......a special quilt for a special little girl...
Cheers Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | June 21, 2010 at 01:56 PM
Now you are just adding to my list of things to do. I love this quilt. So very creative.
Posted by: Gigi | June 21, 2010 at 02:03 PM
Kellie, I absolutely love this quilt and you will see my order come through very soon, Think I will have to make this for Stella! Just gorgeous!
Posted by: Megan Kay | June 21, 2010 at 02:07 PM
The worry dolls are simply fantastic, let alone the background quilting. Your children are so lucky to have such a talented and creative mother. Youve been very busy. Cant wait to see No.3
Posted by: Briony | June 21, 2010 at 02:20 PM
the quilt is amazing. looks so hard to make >.< love all the happy little person :D
Posted by: sy | June 21, 2010 at 02:20 PM
Congratulations Kellie, on another beautiful quilt.
I am sure all your kids will enjoy ordering versions of the people in fabrics of their choice.
My son would be straight onto the Brown and Gold (he is a little Hawks supporter), but the girls would obsess for ages over each outfit.
Looking forward to seeing you in September for our symposium, unless I see you before then.
Posted by: Claire - Matching Pegs | June 21, 2010 at 02:21 PM
Hi I was trying to find the pattern for the kids. I would love to see how its done. The pillows are more my size but I would love to see one like you did. So very beautiful
Posted by: Sherry Bedard | June 21, 2010 at 02:23 PM
Love it:) And I know my Lizzy would too.
Posted by: MandMStudio | June 21, 2010 at 02:30 PM
This is such a wonderful quilt! I sure hope it helps your daughter feel comforted and not so worried. It breaks our hearts to know our little ones have such stresses.
Posted by: Leslie Schmidt | June 21, 2010 at 02:32 PM
HI I just found how to get the pattern its on you web site. I will be putting my order in soon. Thanks Just love them.
Posted by: Sherry Bedard | June 21, 2010 at 02:34 PM
My daughter loved Silly Billy too - especially the page with all the dolls and their names!! And that is a spectacular quilt as well - very clever (as usual)!
Posted by: Ange Moore | June 21, 2010 at 02:34 PM
Love, love LOVE!
Posted by: Carolyn | June 21, 2010 at 02:38 PM
Very cute quilt. I hope it takes Jessica's worries away.
Posted by: Carol | June 21, 2010 at 02:39 PM
What a wonderful gift to a child with worries - so perfect!
Posted by: jill matyastik | June 21, 2010 at 02:42 PM
Kellie, you are amazing. Your quilts and pillows are gorgeous. You are a very talented lady! I love reading your blog and catching up on what you have been up to! Can't wait for the pattern!
Posted by: Megan | June 21, 2010 at 02:43 PM
My son is a worrier, the nights we have had him in tears over nothing... what ifs.... but I can't stop thinking about it. He can't help it he comes from a long inherited list of worriers. At least my daughter seems to be a little more care free. Love the dollies.
Posted by: Amanda | June 21, 2010 at 02:59 PM
Another Gem!!! I love your amazing style, it is just fantastic to see a new style of design that would actually make kids excited about something that is handmade!! Thank you for giving us such inspiration.
Posted by: Karen | June 21, 2010 at 02:59 PM
Hi Kellie, The quilt is fantastic! Regards, Christine
Posted by: Christine M | June 21, 2010 at 02:59 PM
Kellie,
The worry doll quilt is just beautiful and what a great idea. I wish I had a worry doll quilt when I was a child. Actually I could do with my own quilt now!!
Sandy N
Posted by: SandyN | June 21, 2010 at 03:00 PM
Hi Kellie. I just had to stop and look and look at the detail in this quilt. Just beautiful
Posted by: rachelmp | June 21, 2010 at 03:15 PM
Oh my goodness how amazing are all those little dolls, you rock!!!
Posted by: Bec Clarke | June 21, 2010 at 03:19 PM
That is so adorable!! It looks like so much work though!
Posted by: Freda | June 21, 2010 at 03:30 PM
I have a little Jessie, who is a worrier, too! I loved this pattern already, but now that I know the sweet story behind it, I know I'm going to have to get it and put it at the top of my list of things to make. So great. Thanks for sharing your talent with us!
Posted by: greetingarts | June 21, 2010 at 03:40 PM
Super cute, I've been away in Europe for the past 3 months and it is so nice to come home and catch up on all the wonderful new creations on the blogs that I haunt. Love the story behind this one as well. I'm off to a quilting day this weekend with Rosalie Quinlan and Leanne Beasley, can't wait...
Posted by: Larissa Storm | June 21, 2010 at 04:02 PM
LOVE LOVE LOVE all your work ! hugs from France.
Posted by: Beatrice | June 21, 2010 at 04:03 PM
These little dolls are absolutely adorable! I love that you can mix and match the clothing - reminds me of those paper dolls we had as kids where the "clothes" were held on by little tags that folded over the shoulders and around the waist or legs. I am sooo making this for my little one, just have to conquer my fear of free motion quilting - I have visions of quilting my fingers into the work too!!
Posted by: Mary-Anne | June 21, 2010 at 04:28 PM
Ohhhhh!!!!
This quilt is....very, very..beatifull!!!! Ohhh...I love this quilt!!!! I follow you some weeks ago.... I love your blog!!!! Congratulations!!!!
A kiss from Spain!!!!
Martina.
Posted by: Martina | June 21, 2010 at 04:36 PM
That quilt is possibly the most awesome I have seen. I am a bit of a worrier at times so maybe I should try to do something similar.
Posted by: Joy | June 21, 2010 at 04:39 PM
Just so gorgeous Kelly.... Love it... and I might make myself one... cos I am the worrier and my Dad.... but I don't think he'd like one just yet... maybe if he had alzheimers and goes like a little kid again i could make him one......Lol...I'll just make the girls ones first.
Hugs Dawn x x x
Posted by: Dawn H | June 21, 2010 at 04:43 PM
I LOVE the quilt for your daughter! We too enjoy Anthony Browne books here, but I haven't come across that one. But your quilt is a beautiful idea to help her worry less. How lucky to have such a clever mummy!
Do you mind if I feature your quilt in one of my blog posts? With a link over of course!
Posted by: Crafty Mummy | June 21, 2010 at 04:45 PM
Kellie this quilt is simply a stunner - yet again you've made something fun and differient - I love it and the cushions.
Posted by: Ethne | June 21, 2010 at 04:55 PM
Beautiful, just beautiful, my daughter would love that quilt. Do you sell your quilts at all, I would definitely buy one, I just dont have your talent!
Posted by: Dana St John | June 21, 2010 at 05:03 PM
Another wonderful quilt. You are so clever.
Posted by: Sylvia | June 21, 2010 at 05:17 PM
I think I might run out of adjectives to describe how wonderful your patterns are. I like the story behind the worry dolls. It's adorable.
Posted by: Janet | June 21, 2010 at 05:18 PM
your cushions are so beautiful.
Posted by: Susan L | June 21, 2010 at 05:28 PM
I guess as your employee I can't win :( Love the quilt Kelly, unfortunately I don't have anyone to make it for. I love the story behind the quilt and hopefully I can give you some extra time to make pillows for the boys!
Posted by: Brianna | June 21, 2010 at 05:45 PM
Poor little Jessie! I'm sure the quilt will help her sleep much better.
Posted by: Vreni | June 21, 2010 at 05:47 PM
Love the quilt. I have two daughters who sometimes struggle with fears of monsters and ghosts in their rooms. So, it's a great idea, too.
Posted by: Zsuzsa | June 21, 2010 at 05:56 PM
I don't know how you come up with all these ideas - and I haven't the faintest how to sew them!!! Absolutely stunning.
Posted by: Fabraholic | June 21, 2010 at 05:59 PM