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
How cute! Love it!
Quilthugs, Carolina
Posted by: Carolina H | June 22, 2010 at 07:27 AM
Wow, the quilt is beautiful!
Posted by: Jenny | June 22, 2010 at 07:39 AM
I fell in love with the "Worry Doll" quilt. My daughter beg me to make one for her to hang in her room. I love all your creativity!!!
Posted by: Heather Kordsmeier | June 22, 2010 at 08:16 AM
What a fabulous quilt Kellie, one of my favourites I think. It would be perfect for Isabelle who like your Jessica worries about everytying too and always has trouble sleeping. I think she spends more time sleeping in our bed than her own to tell you the truth. I hope you have a wonderful time with your family over the holidays too and soak up sunshine!
Posted by: sue | June 22, 2010 at 08:52 AM
Hi, i am so thankful you included boys!! 3 of my grandchildren are boys and they love it when I make them something.
Posted by: Madeline | June 22, 2010 at 10:17 AM
So beautiful! Love the colours, combinations and the motivation behind your quilt.
Posted by: KarenM | June 22, 2010 at 10:23 AM
Your designs are sooo wonderful!
Posted by: Pat | June 22, 2010 at 10:48 AM
Kellie thanks for letting us borrow Worry Dolls we at the Patchwork Angel just love it.Looking forward to seeing you again in October. Penny
Posted by: Penny the Patchwork Angel | June 22, 2010 at 10:58 AM
Oh my gosh Kelly!! You never disappoint. This is completely adorable, I must have it.
Posted by: Lisa | June 22, 2010 at 11:50 AM
I think it is absolutely perfect! What a fantastic idea you have once again come up with. Beautiful!
Posted by: Lynn Taylor | June 22, 2010 at 11:58 AM
Your designs inspire me to want to play with more whimsical colours and fabrics. I enjoy reading your blog and seeing your beautiful quilts!
Posted by: Tanja | June 22, 2010 at 12:25 PM
Wow! What a truly wonderful, beautiful quilt! I'm sure your daughter must love it. :)
Posted by: Frankie | June 22, 2010 at 01:02 PM
I love this idea. I also have a grandchild who is a worrier and I think this quilt would be so comforting to him. How nice to bring a bunch of other kids with you to bed each night for company! Thank you for sharing your ideas and talents.
Posted by: Deborah S. | June 22, 2010 at 01:24 PM
I totally love the whole concept of your worry doll quilt - it is adorable and will be perfect to snuggle up under! Your designs are always an inspiration. Karen
Posted by: Karen | June 22, 2010 at 01:30 PM
I think the Worry Dolls is such a great idea for those little worriers' and I am sure any little one will find comfort in have a quilt filled with worry dolls who will take their worries away. Even the pillow to rest their little worried head on. Well done!!
Posted by: Andrea Bakewell | June 22, 2010 at 02:34 PM
Love all of your work Kellie. I would love to make the IN SPRING cushion for xmas for my niece
Posted by: Beth | June 22, 2010 at 02:47 PM
I love your dollies and am always amazed at your beautiful designs. Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!!
Posted by: Vicki | June 22, 2010 at 03:06 PM
This pattern has so many possibilities! Thank you so much for designing it.
Posted by: Lauren | June 22, 2010 at 04:22 PM
Amazing, simply amazing! I thought this would be one of the three when I saw a glimpse of it in one of you pictures. (But I must admit, I am waiting for number three and hoping it is the quilt I am guessing it might be...)
Take care!
Oh, I wanted to mention, that before our newest addition to the family was born in May, I did finally finish the quilt I was working on for our eldest child. During the same time you have finished several projects... boy, am I slow! However, I wanted to thank you for being an inspiration. I would never have dared to try free hand quilting were it not for you! Thank you Kellie!
Posted by: Irene | June 22, 2010 at 05:02 PM
The Worry Dolls quilt has so much potential for people to put their own mark on it. Lovely clear colours! Thanks for showing us.
Karen
Posted by: Karen Mundt | June 22, 2010 at 05:10 PM
My husband is a psychologist he works with kids and talks about worry dolls. I have always loved the concept and this quilt is truly beautiful! We have 6 children ourselves and I'm going to make them one each. This pattern has really touched my heart. Thank-you
Posted by: Stephanie | June 22, 2010 at 06:35 PM
Wow Kelly, the worry dolls are amazing! I have a 7 year old 'worry wart' at home too! I'll tackle this one after I finish 'lilly pilly'
Posted by: Michelle@Ballarat | June 22, 2010 at 07:20 PM
oh, I understand mum, your daughter my son! I really need the boy version of this for the same reason. It is stunningly beautiful, I have not a clue how to do what you do with the trapunto though? Do you have a tut on the site somewhere that explains the process? thanks so much for sharing your work, it always spurs me on to try harder, experiment more.
Posted by: jojo's circus | June 22, 2010 at 07:32 PM
Stunning! Any girl, any age would be delighted to own it.
Posted by: Daneen | June 22, 2010 at 08:32 PM
Oh Kellie! I think you are the most gorgeous person on the Internet!!
HugsXXX
Posted by: meggie | June 22, 2010 at 08:51 PM
Im in love with this quilt. I dont quilt yet so Im guessing I should start somewhere easier first. I just love ALL your patterns!
Posted by: Leisa Zoeller | June 22, 2010 at 08:57 PM
I have a grandson who is such a "worry wort." I'll have to read the book and perhaps a quilt (or it will be a pillow) with mostly boys and some girls will be in his future. Recently discovered your patterns and blog. Love your creativity and "look."
Posted by: Linda J | June 22, 2010 at 09:19 PM
The finished quilt looks amazing. I saw the quilt almost finished in Mooroopna(in a course I did with you) This one is on my to-do list
Posted by: JKelly | June 22, 2010 at 09:42 PM
OMG I love the worry doll quilt. Where did you get the little people?
Posted by: Diana | June 22, 2010 at 11:49 PM
Wow, Wow, Wow!! That quilt is amazing! So adorable, and yes, one with football players would be perfect for little boys. You never cease to amaze me!
Posted by: Melissa Corry | June 23, 2010 at 12:55 AM
I love this pattern! I am such a worrier (even as an adult) and I remember having worry dolls as a kid. I also love the idea of letting your little one pick out the looks of the kids. I always dream of having my little daughter involved in a quilt with me. :)
Posted by: Daria | June 23, 2010 at 01:32 AM
What a wonderful idea to help your daughter manage her worries!! I love how all the little dolls have their own personality :)
SheilaC
Posted by: SheilaC | June 23, 2010 at 04:14 AM
What a fantastic quilt - "wish it was here, wish it was mine" ;-)
Posted by: Blogless me | June 23, 2010 at 07:21 AM
They just keep getting better....what will be next?
Posted by: Sandra | June 23, 2010 at 07:45 AM
Oh, my goodness, this is really amazing!
Posted by: Charity | June 23, 2010 at 07:48 AM
Oh Kellie, You just keep on making the most amazing designs! There is no end to your creative spirit! Just so glad that you have a generous spirit too and love to share it all with us! Thanks.
Posted by: Cath Roberts | June 23, 2010 at 10:32 AM
Wow, this is amazing; the perfect thing for the little worriers among us.
Posted by: Kym | June 23, 2010 at 11:16 AM
They've both photographed well......was this with the new camera? And believe me everyone they are EVEN MORE AMAZING in real life!
Posted by: Jan | June 23, 2010 at 11:28 AM
I love the quilt - HAVE to make it! :)
Posted by: Kelly | June 23, 2010 at 11:57 AM
This quilt is amazing. How I wish I lived close enough to take a class from you, if only to convince myself that these incredible quilts are humanly possible.
Posted by: Beth T. | June 23, 2010 at 02:23 PM
oh that is just adorable - i have a little worrier too, thanks for the idea!
Posted by: Roseanne | June 23, 2010 at 02:41 PM
Hi! Your work with the Worry Dolls is amazing. It reminds my daughter of friendship and togetherness. Keep up the great work.
Posted by: Jennie | June 23, 2010 at 03:20 PM
The worry dolls are just beautiful - love the cushion. I'm sure my little girl would just love one!
Posted by: Jody Herbert | June 23, 2010 at 04:24 PM
Super uba cute quilt XD
Posted by: Cath.Ford | June 23, 2010 at 08:07 PM
Anthony Browne is great, isn't he! Your worry dolls are so sweet. The bright colours against the white are so yummy.
Posted by: Marina | June 23, 2010 at 08:30 PM
Kellie, this quilt is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!!!
The kind of quilt my Sweetie would love:)
If you inted to plan another Quilt-along, why not chose these dollies with -as you suggest- a simple pieced center and then a border of little worry dolls around the edge?!
I would run for it, that's for sure (and would have my Sweetie to motivate me;)))
Posted by: Sonja | June 23, 2010 at 09:31 PM
I agree with Fabraholic - where do you come up with these adorable quilts?? I love your work. It's so refreshing and lovely!
Posted by: Lisa | June 23, 2010 at 11:51 PM
so cute!! makes me wish I had a kiddo to make one for!
Posted by: janet waack | June 24, 2010 at 02:15 AM
Each kid had such imagination, I really like this quilt. You are inspiring.
Posted by: Michelle | June 24, 2010 at 02:21 AM
Oh my goodness, I love all your patterns, and how generous of you to give away a kit to 3 lucky winners. I hope I'm one of them.
Lynn D in NC
Posted by: Lynn D | June 24, 2010 at 03:40 AM