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
Wow. Your designs are brilliant! I love the story behind this design and I hope it helps your girl with her worrrying.
Posted by: Katherine | June 24, 2010 at 04:34 AM
This quilt is unbelievable! I love it to bits, especially with the story behind it!
Posted by: Jantine Urban | June 24, 2010 at 05:08 AM
Oh my! this quilt is just adorable.
Posted by: Francy | June 24, 2010 at 05:15 AM
I love your work! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
Posted by: Shorty | June 24, 2010 at 05:21 AM
Todos sus trabajos son encantadores, me gusta trabajar el apliquee,y por eso visito su blog con frecuencia.
Cariños,
sayda
Posted by: sayda sanchez bonett | June 24, 2010 at 06:22 AM
My grandaughter would LOVE this doll quilt--maybe after I get teh two I working on done
Posted by: Indigopegasus | June 24, 2010 at 09:07 AM
Kellie, Love this Doll quilt, have already ordered my pattern.
Thanks. Mandy
Posted by: Mandy Foot | June 24, 2010 at 09:47 AM
This is fun, fun, fun. Makes me feel like going out to jump rope or hopscotch. Love the expressions on the girls. Your color selection is wonderful.
Posted by: Sallee | June 24, 2010 at 10:04 AM
I love this quilt, I really love that you could make the girls look like your kids friends, too cool!!
Posted by: SoozeM | June 24, 2010 at 10:54 AM
Perfect naming of this quilt! Love the vibrancy of it. (I'm having trouble posting...hope this isn't a repeat)
Posted by: Shelley C | June 24, 2010 at 10:58 AM
Worry Dolls is just adorable!! It must take forever to make!
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | June 24, 2010 at 12:08 PM
It's quilts like these that make me wish I had a little girl... It's beautiful, as are all of your quilts!
Posted by: kara | June 24, 2010 at 01:10 PM
Wow, very inspiring. Thank you for sharing with us!
Posted by: Lisa E. | June 24, 2010 at 01:21 PM
Oh, I love this one!
Posted by: alisha | June 24, 2010 at 01:59 PM
I love Jessie's quilt! Thank you, this is my 2nd entry!
Posted by: Elaine | June 24, 2010 at 03:53 PM
just to beautiful.
Posted by: marg | June 24, 2010 at 07:00 PM
Wow - sleeping under this would be like getting 32 cuddles every night! So sweet.
Nerys x
Posted by: Crafty Jemima | June 24, 2010 at 07:25 PM
Kellie what a lovely concept you have developed here. I am sure it will do the trick.
Beverley
Posted by: Beverley Lincoln | June 24, 2010 at 07:42 PM
This is just beautiful. I had to ask myself "How many quilts is too many for my daughter"? And seeing this, my answer is definitely "There's always room for another"
Congats, I am always thrilled with your designs and I love your blog.
Posted by: Michelle | June 24, 2010 at 08:21 PM
very thoughtful of you not to require people to change their children's names!!! ;) he he
Posted by: crafty pug | June 24, 2010 at 08:32 PM
What an amazing design. I love it and with the story of daughter it is even more special
Posted by: Mariëlle | June 24, 2010 at 09:26 PM
Your patterns are more beautiful than anything Ive seen before. I vow to myself to learn how you do it! Stunning.
Posted by: Elizabeth H | June 24, 2010 at 11:59 PM
How cute are those worry dolls????? They are adorable! What little girl (or big girl) wouldn't love this.
Posted by: Ruth B | June 25, 2010 at 12:33 AM
oMg so cute. I visited patchwork angel not so long ago when I was at my Mums'. Such a beautiful shop and such wonderful ladies
Love your patterns
Posted by: Geniene Barbour | June 25, 2010 at 01:27 AM
I LOVE the worry dolls! I just bought Meg's Garden and can't wait to finish it so I can begin this one!
Melanie MacDonald
Posted by: Melanie MacDonald | June 25, 2010 at 02:22 AM
You find the neatest ideas. Those little dolls are so cute.
Jeane
Posted by: Jeane | June 25, 2010 at 04:56 AM
Oh wow, that quilt is SO cute! How on earth do you do that quilting? I really struggle with that. Thanks for the chance to win :)
Posted by: Beck C | June 25, 2010 at 09:04 AM
The idea of a worry doll quilt for your daughter is so special. Please enter me in your giveaway. mlwright29 (at) hotmail (dot) com
Posted by: Marcia Wright | June 25, 2010 at 10:08 AM
Love that fabulous design!
Posted by: Val Laird | June 25, 2010 at 11:49 AM
Wow, this is just SO adorable!!
Posted by: Jessica M. | June 25, 2010 at 12:49 PM
This new pattern is so sweet Kellie. I just love it.
Posted by: Sherrie | June 25, 2010 at 02:31 PM
Those little girls are so fab....it's the kind of quilt my daughter would jut love in her bedroom. Your work is so lovely.
Posted by: Vicky | June 25, 2010 at 06:23 PM
What a sweet quilt! Not only are you talented at the sewing & applique - but your designs are are truly unique! You could illustrate a children's book with your designs.
Posted by: Leah Grace | June 25, 2010 at 06:34 PM
this is UNbelievable!!!
Posted by: elei | June 25, 2010 at 07:31 PM
LOVE the dollies will definately need to have a go at this! Tracey x
Posted by: tracey dawkins | June 25, 2010 at 09:16 PM
These little kids look like they about to give a big hug to one little girl.
Posted by: Indianna | June 26, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Another wonderful quilt!! Here's to hoping i am one of the random winners!
Posted by: Lori Jones | June 26, 2010 at 12:21 AM
Kellie! You just keep getting better and better! What an inspiration. I love these children, but they seem really difficult. I am thinking I could do a row of 3 or 4 of them.... Thanks again!
Posted by: Corky | June 26, 2010 at 03:44 AM
I really need to check that book out at the library. I have a little girl that may relate to that book. - Absolutely amazing quilt that you have made - WOW
Posted by: Krist Van Os | June 26, 2010 at 03:44 AM
So amazing! My head is spinning with all the possibilities for this quilt! I hope this pattern is already in stock at Addicted.
Posted by: Danielle | June 26, 2010 at 07:56 AM
PS We love Anthony Browne books too - especially My Mum and My Dad. His artwork is amazing.
Posted by: Danielle | June 26, 2010 at 07:57 AM
I absolutely love the quilt, I think I need one, I'm a bit of a worrier.
Posted by: Jacqueline | June 26, 2010 at 08:12 AM
The Worry Doll quilt is by far my favourite or your three latest posts!! I have a niece who is about to turn one, and I can't stop thinking of ways to make this quilt for her (of course not for her 1st birthday as that is in 1 week!!) Thank you so much for yet another great pattern to tease me with!!
Posted by: Sally de Wijn | June 26, 2010 at 04:47 PM
I can see where a little girl could sit for hours and try to figure out who all the little people remind them of.
Great idea for your daughter. I hope the worry dolls will make her feel better.
Judy
Posted by: Judy S | June 26, 2010 at 05:18 PM
Hi Kellie,
What a fantastic quilt...and I loved your alternate suggestions as well :)
Hugs, Sharon
Posted by: Sharon L F | June 26, 2010 at 06:32 PM
just love the quilt and cushions, fantastic... love Jo xx
Posted by: Jo from the farm | June 26, 2010 at 09:35 PM
so impressive!
Posted by: Sara | June 27, 2010 at 04:30 AM
Your pattern are great. I love them.
Greeting Guilitta from Germany
Posted by: Guilitta | June 27, 2010 at 09:01 PM
Another beautiful quilt Kellie and soooo much work. I'd love to know how you fit it all in....
Posted by: Fiona @ Dragonfly-Crafts | June 27, 2010 at 09:35 PM
Hi, Your quilts are an inspiration to me. I used to steer away from applique projects as it takes up so much time. I cant wait to try this method out and I am sure I will be totally hooked. Keep the designs coming!
Posted by: Zarita | June 27, 2010 at 10:35 PM