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
Oh my, what an awesome quilt!! Your work is amazing and keeps getting better...if that is at all possible. I wish you were here in the US, I would love the opportunity to take a class. Two thumbs up! Lisa in Texas
Posted by: Lisa LeBlanc | June 21, 2010 at 11:06 PM
This quilt and the pillows are simply awesome. I keep meaning to send you a picture of my finished puppet theater! The reaction has been overwhelming.
Posted by: Indiana Lori | June 21, 2010 at 11:08 PM
Those dollies are soooo cute, I have a little one who would love me to make her one.
Posted by: Chrysalis | June 21, 2010 at 11:20 PM
Of my goodness, what an awe-inspiring quilt! Thanks for the giveaway.
Posted by: Jen | June 21, 2010 at 11:24 PM
That is so fun! It must have taken a long time...
Posted by: Amy | June 21, 2010 at 11:30 PM
you are so amazing! I just got an email from Quilt Market and you were one of the featured hot new items/designers! And this quilt is adorable!
Posted by: auntie pami | June 21, 2010 at 11:36 PM
Your talent never ceases to amaze and inspire me!!! You (and this quilt) are incredible!
Posted by: Karen | June 21, 2010 at 11:40 PM
Stunning quilt Kellie, but like the other Linda said it looks like it would take a month of Sunday's to make.
Posted by: Linda | June 21, 2010 at 11:46 PM
You are one of the most talented quilters I follow. I love this quilt. Great job!
Posted by: Kathy | June 21, 2010 at 11:49 PM
This quilt is so gorgeous. I've just bought the pattern and I am thinking of making it up with a different doll to represent everyone in our extended family. I've got the idea now but when will I make the time. You just ooze talent!
Posted by: Katrina | June 21, 2010 at 11:56 PM
I have a worrier probably because I tend to be a worrier sometimes too. I love this quilt!
Melissa B.
mbabecka@gmail.com
Posted by: Melissa B. | June 22, 2010 at 12:27 AM
WOW! (A) You come up with the most wonderful creative ideas, and (B) How do you find the time to make these intricate quilts?! This is absolutely on my wish list, but WHEN?! :)
Posted by: Karen Martin | June 22, 2010 at 12:30 AM
I love the story behind your inspiration for this quilt. I may have to find that book for my 8 year old great nephew, Jake. He has sleeping issues too. Seems now he has to listen to one of the 24 hour news channels to get to sleep, hmmm...no comment would be best here,lol. I can see all kinds of projects spinning from this pattern, with the kids helping pick fabrics and maybe duplicating friends and family who would help the young recipient feel comforted...granny, grandpa, great aunt debbie, heehee. Thanks for your inspiration again!
BTW, does the alphabet quilt in yesterdays post have "hidden words and names" in it or is that just my over active immagination?
Posted by: debbie | June 22, 2010 at 12:36 AM
Kellie,
your talent just amazes me. That worry quilt is marvelous. how long did it take you to make it and did you make the girls separately and then applique the whole person to the background?
what ever you did, it's just wonderful. Wish I was a little girl.
Posted by: Robin C | June 22, 2010 at 12:44 AM
I saw this quilt in someone's photos from Market and I've been anxiously waiting to find out more about it. It's beautiful.
Posted by: Robyn Brown | June 22, 2010 at 12:45 AM
This is the one! Perfect for my 3 year old son who has nightmares a lot. I want to make it up with boys and girls who resemble his cousins and friends. Wouldn't that be wonderful if you wake in the middle of the night?!? I think I can even embroider their names on their shirts or something and then he can name them as well!
Posted by: Sarah B. | June 22, 2010 at 12:48 AM
I love that blanket. I think I need one because I'm such a worrier. The blanket is so cute and perfect. Oh I need one.
Posted by: Sally | June 22, 2010 at 12:54 AM
Those kids are amazing! Beautiful stuff!
Posted by: Kate L. | June 22, 2010 at 01:00 AM
Either of these pillows would look great on my new sofa. Kathie L in allentown
Posted by: kathie l | June 22, 2010 at 01:09 AM
I love In spring!!
Posted by: Kristen Perschon | June 22, 2010 at 01:15 AM
Love the new quilt!
Posted by: Monica | June 22, 2010 at 01:17 AM
Super cute!! Thanks
Posted by: Celine | June 22, 2010 at 01:28 AM
Ohhhh, that quilt is ssssso adorable, but so are the pillowcovers. I'ld really like To Be There, In Spring (or any other time of year LOL) and be able to join one of your workshops :-)).
But I'm afraid it's a bit far, from the Netherlands :-))
Posted by: Dya | June 22, 2010 at 01:31 AM
Incredible, it is wonderful. In Guatemala those little dolls are nightmare eaters. You buya little box with 10 or 12 dolls inside that eat your nightmares. Your quilt is fantastic I hope there will be a pattern for it someday.
Posted by: Marie Saborio | June 22, 2010 at 01:33 AM
This is an amazing quilt! The possibilities are endless!
Posted by: Mama Spark | June 22, 2010 at 01:53 AM
Wow, more gorgeous quilts and pillows. Stunning!
Posted by: Barb | June 22, 2010 at 02:00 AM
Wow! This one is amazing! So girly! It's perfect! I'm in awe!
Posted by: Patricia | June 22, 2010 at 02:11 AM
Those dolls remind me of paper dolls as a kid. How fun! I could see so many projects from this... It would make the cuties dust ruffle with the dolls around like a border! So much fun!
Your choice of colors and presentation are wonderful!
Hope your finger is doing better, too!
Paula ;)
Posted by: Paula | June 22, 2010 at 02:12 AM
What a good idea for kids who worry. I hope Jessica sleeps better now. *S*
Posted by: Sequana | June 22, 2010 at 02:15 AM
I love the little girls!
Posted by: sharon | June 22, 2010 at 02:15 AM
I love this quilt! What a wonderful idea!
Posted by: Catie Roche | June 22, 2010 at 02:51 AM
Hi Kellie
Another fabulous quilt which I'm sure will help Jessie overcome all her worries! Thanks for offering all these generous give aways :)
Posted by: Gisele | June 22, 2010 at 03:02 AM
This was such a great idea! After having heard that story, I'm sure your daughter was comforted by all these worry dolls! I could see plenty of other ways to use this pattern. For example, my great-niece and her best friend have American Girl dolls - quilts for them and for their dolls would be perfect! As always, your designs are wonderful!
Posted by: SuzK | June 22, 2010 at 03:20 AM
I absolutely adore this style of quilting. I'm busy learning the applique techniques. Thanks for a great blog.
Karen o.
Posted by: karen otto | June 22, 2010 at 03:24 AM
I love the worry dolls quilt. Are you selling them?
Posted by: leslie | June 22, 2010 at 03:33 AM
I love how their arms are open for hugs! And I'm impressed that every one is different -- I can't imagine how long this has taken you!
Posted by: Kristy | June 22, 2010 at 04:01 AM
Your dolls look so cute, especially their faces. You definitely have a knack for design!
Posted by: Dee | June 22, 2010 at 04:06 AM
Your quilt is amazing!
Posted by: Hannele | June 22, 2010 at 04:09 AM
I just LUV looking at your work!
Posted by: Mandy | June 22, 2010 at 04:18 AM
The quilt is amazing - I can't imagine quite how many hours it must have taken to complete.
We too have our own little worrier in the house - and so we all loved the Silly Billy book when we found it at the library.
We also found a really good workbook on Amazon for helping young children deal with worrying...It's called 'What to Do When You Worry Too Much' by Dawn Huebner.
Florence x
Posted by: Florence | June 22, 2010 at 05:22 AM
Wow, they are sooo cute. I am seeing these in colours to match my grandkids rooms. Wow. (oh, yeah, I said that already!)
Posted by: Heather | June 22, 2010 at 05:28 AM
What an absolutely charming quilt and a loving story behind it! Putting love in something I make for my children is one of my favourite points about crafting. Thank you for the give-away!
Have a nice day
Daniela from France
Posted by: Daniela | June 22, 2010 at 05:46 AM
This one was my fave in your booth, glad to see it's now available!!!!!
Doris
auntiedart(at)yahoo(dot)com
Posted by: Doris | June 22, 2010 at 05:50 AM
Once again, amazing. I don't know how you do it I mean come up with such beautifully cute yet complex patterns and the quilting is awesome. I have a 16 year old son who is a football player--he wants his whole team put on a quilt. I'm planning on getting the pattern from you (I'm not so computer literate I had to have my daughter help me figure out how to post a comment ah but I'm a quick learner!)and I promise to send a picture when it is done.
Posted by: Sheila Lesure | June 22, 2010 at 06:31 AM
I just love the new girly quilt! I really need to get started on the project from Quilters Companion....
Posted by: Anita | June 22, 2010 at 06:33 AM
I love the new quilt..maybe something I will tackle for my new granddaughter...so sweet.
Posted by: denniele | June 22, 2010 at 06:42 AM
That is amazing.. what a special quilt...
Posted by: Nancy | June 22, 2010 at 06:45 AM
Gorgeous work; so crisp and clear and colourful.
I would like to make one of your uilts but i am fearful that it would be too difficult for me.
Posted by: Anna Koziol | June 22, 2010 at 07:03 AM
Beautiful dolls
Posted by: Shauna Lynch | June 22, 2010 at 07:10 AM
Every child should have a worry doll. This looks like fun. Can't imagine how you can top this.
Posted by: Laurel | June 22, 2010 at 07:24 AM