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
I'd love to be a winner.
Posted by: Vivian | June 27, 2010 at 10:58 PM
What a gorgeous quilt!
Gill
Posted by: Gill | June 28, 2010 at 01:07 AM
Love your blog and quilts!! Love the colors and designs - glad that Minneapolis went well for you!
Thanks for the opportunity to participate in your give-a-way!!
Laura T
Posted by: Laura Tawney | June 28, 2010 at 06:34 AM
Greetings from Ireland!
Your work is truly amazing. I Would love to try a wee pillow to see if I could make something as special as these
Thanks for all the inspiration
Posted by: Karen | June 28, 2010 at 07:52 PM
We holiday at the Sunshine Coast & my time is normally a couple of hours at the Patchwork Angel while hubby takes our four to the toy store. You'll love it! I also have an 11yr old daughter who often has troubles getting to sleep! Another beautiful quilt!
Posted by: Julie-Anne | June 28, 2010 at 09:47 PM
Oh my, oh my, oh my!!!! I looooove this! And must have it!
Posted by: Tracy | June 29, 2010 at 12:52 AM
My mind is already racing with the possibilities. I adore your work.
Posted by: Kristin Jenny | June 29, 2010 at 05:51 AM
Your quilts really do inspire me! You come up with such great ideas. Can't wait to see what's next
Posted by: Brandy | June 29, 2010 at 07:09 AM
I am absolutely love your designs. I really want to learn how you do the swirly's!!
Posted by: Heather Bailey | June 29, 2010 at 10:39 AM
I love the doll quilt, it is beautiful!
Hopefully your daughter will sleep better with her quilt, a great idea!
Posted by: Morgane @ Bear, Dolly and Moi | June 30, 2010 at 04:00 AM
Kelli - love your work and your website. Keep up the great work! I would
Posted by: Trish B | June 30, 2010 at 04:37 AM
I LOVE QUILTS, AND YOU ARE "THE SUPER QUILTER" CONGRATS..ANA
Posted by: ANA ANGÉLICA | June 30, 2010 at 06:52 AM
Love the look of this new pattern and can't wait to get my hands on one. Will have to visit my local quilt shop soon to get hold of it. Thanks for all the great patterns you have available and keep them coming.
Posted by: Ann-Maree, Highfields, Q | June 30, 2010 at 05:54 PM
I just love your designs - so colourful. It was great to hear that you come to Canberra to do the odd class - I can't make the next one at Addicted to Fabric, but am keeping my eyes open for the next one!
Posted by: Jo | June 30, 2010 at 08:06 PM
The dolls are so cute!
Posted by: nanann | July 01, 2010 at 11:08 PM
I just found your blog (via Sew Picture Perfect)...and I'm in awe! I absolutely LOVE your quilting and your applique! All of your patterns are amazing! I especially love this one, the Worry Dolls, my daughter would LOVE this quilt, what a wonderful quilt!! I've subscribed to your blog so that I can keep following all of the amazing quilts, patterns and projects you come out with! SO beautiful...and inspiring! Wonderful job! :)
~Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | October 11, 2010 at 12:10 PM
I love the worry dolls. So cute.
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i was wondering if i could purchase thisworry dolls quilt pattern.. i sent my email for you. if you could respond back to me it would be greatly appreciated.. thankyou.. i sent previous comment but don't know if it went through right... thankyou for your time.. beautiful work you do.. love your site.... happy valentines day..
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