Those of you who know me well, know only too well that I am NOT a piecer .... in fact it makes me nauseous at the thought of a ruler, rotary cutter and a 1/4" seam allowance .... but I must say that when I was asked to participate in the Quiltmakers 100 Block Collectors Edition #4 I was only too happy to join in ... mainly because it involved absolutely NO piecing on my part!!!! Plus June Dudley (Editor-in-Chief) and Caroline Beam (Creative Editor) are too adorable, how could I ever say no .... and they even put my name on the cover, what more could a girl ask for?????
So what did I make for the magazine ... well you can be absolutely certain that it involves NO piecing ... just my signature raw edge applique with a little trapunto thrown in for good measure!
It's called Petite Garden and I think that it would be a perfect project for those of you who have been too scared to give my projects a bit of a spin in the past ... it's a small project, it could easily be thrown together with bits and pieces from your stash and the shapes are lovely and small which will make keeping your stitching straight and smooth a piece of cake!
If you do have a go at making up this project it would look lovely made up as a cushion ... a prefect Christmas gift perhaps ... did I say Christmas .... eeeekkkkkk!!!! Is it really Christmas in 47 days ......
Now we all know that we can't have a post like this one without a giveaway ... right??? So .... if you leave a comment on this post between now and the end of the 100 Blocks Blog Tour .... which is the 11th of November 2011 (midnight US EST - not Australian time this time because it is a US based Magazine) one lucky person will receive a copy of the magazine!!! And just to make it even more interesting I will also send the winner a copy of a diagram of a background quilting design that I would use to complete the project. But wait there's more ... I will also send the winner a copy of Robot Riot ... which was the new pattern that I released at Quilt Market ....
I hope you love it .... I certainly do, as do my boys!
Anyway ... more about market in my next post but for now I must leave you with my Halloween Horror ...
a kiss from the gorgeous Bandon Mably and his 'little pet' .....
Have a terrific week!!!!!
Kelliex
PS. If you look in the corner of my stand right there to my left you will see a version of my Meg's Garden (the one with the white background) that was made by Kathryn who I taught in a class at Blueberries in Wyong a little while ago. Kathryn kindly lent me her quilt to display at market and it was the highlight of my stand ... thank you so much Kathryn your generosity is second to none ... as is your quilting!!!!
Hi Kellie, Love your work, cant wait to be in one of your classes one day.
Posted by: Beth | November 08, 2011 at 05:09 PM
Your Petite Garden block is gorgeous! Congratulations on having it in the magazine.
Posted by: Christine M | November 08, 2011 at 05:42 PM
Petite garden looks so sweet Kellie! Congratulations on the publication and on another successful Quilt Market.
Posted by: Lisa | November 08, 2011 at 05:48 PM
Petite Garden is small enough to inspire me to have a go at it. Gorgeous design as usual, as is your robot quilt.
Posted by: Lauren | November 08, 2011 at 05:58 PM
Very nice design indeed Kellie, congratulations to a magazine publication!
Posted by: Arien | November 08, 2011 at 06:01 PM
Yay! I love these mags and to have one or your blocks in the next issue is so exciting! I can't wait to get a copy now!
Posted by: Jessica | November 08, 2011 at 06:05 PM
Oh, I'm loving that robot riot quilt!
Posted by: Carmel | November 08, 2011 at 06:21 PM
What a lovely block you have designed. Congratulations on being in such a special book.
Posted by: Sylvia | November 08, 2011 at 06:37 PM
Oh yay!! What a perfect way to try out your technique before tackling a bigger project.
Congratulations on being included in the book.
Posted by: Karen Wilson | November 08, 2011 at 06:45 PM
I quite understand your boys, the robots are simply great. My little one would be trilled too. And the block look so nice. It might have be the first of your desingns that I will try to make. Oh yes, it definitely have to be the first.. and than the robots. :-)
Posted by: Terezka | November 08, 2011 at 06:49 PM
Congratulations! I love the new block and you must be so proud to be named on the cover. [email protected]
Posted by: Lexi Lucas | November 08, 2011 at 06:58 PM
What fun, what fun! I know two little boys that would scream in delight with Robot Riot. Don't think I would have time to make it for this Christmas, but there is next year. Which reminds me of a third little boy that would be delighted.
Posted by: Claudia | November 08, 2011 at 07:00 PM
Congratulations. The block is spectacular. Thanks for a wonderful giveaway.
Posted by: Quiltjane | November 08, 2011 at 07:03 PM
Count me in for the giveaway please! My 2-year-old has just squealed 'Robots' in my ear!
Posted by: AJ | November 08, 2011 at 07:05 PM
Great block and I love that robert quilt!
Posted by: Manda | November 08, 2011 at 07:08 PM
I love your work Kellie. Congratulations on having your work included in the magazine. Love the robot riot quilt, looks fantastic. . Great work.
Posted by: Leone C | November 08, 2011 at 07:23 PM
Your Petite Garden is so charming! But I do love your robots!Glad Market went so well!
Posted by: Shari | November 08, 2011 at 07:59 PM
Me ha encantado el trabajo que has hecho para la revista. Entro muy a menudo en tu página y ya he comprado algún patrón. Eres fantástica.
Posted by: Mar Floria | November 08, 2011 at 08:00 PM
Thanks for the giveaway. Your robot design is so cool.
Posted by: Ashleigh | November 08, 2011 at 08:05 PM
I love your quilt patterns and have one ive been working on for a while. Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Kate | November 08, 2011 at 08:08 PM
I love your block very much and the robots are just so cute!
Posted by: Martina | November 08, 2011 at 08:10 PM
So easy, such a simple design NOT but I will try!!!!
Posted by: Cherie | November 08, 2011 at 08:17 PM
I just love your designs! I'm about to finish "A little birdie told me so", just waiting for the perfect fabric for the binding :)
Posted by: Camilla | November 08, 2011 at 08:20 PM
OH OH OH the robot quilt!!!! After seeing a tease at the class - now in real life. AWSOME!
Block is sooo you.
Tackling the Oh Christmas Tree quilt as I type.
Posted by: Sarah | November 08, 2011 at 08:22 PM
Such a fun and bright boy's quilt and I LOVE the Petit Garden block. Have to have that book!
Posted by: Vreni | November 08, 2011 at 08:24 PM
Love your block, the colours are so fresh and NO PIECING, YIIIPPPPEEEEE.
Posted by: Linda | November 08, 2011 at 08:26 PM
Love the robots!!!!!
We are a bit robot obsessed in our house, both my children love them.
Congratulations on the inclusion into the magazine, I love your block.
Posted by: Mhairi | November 08, 2011 at 08:27 PM
Remember when my son and I came to visit? He walked through the room as I was looking at your post and I said, "Remember when we visited the woman with the amazing quilts?"
He did, asked about the health of everyone and when I showed him the newest quilt he nodded approvingly and said, "That one's fantastic!"
So it has university aged boy approval as well.
Posted by: Frogdancer | November 08, 2011 at 08:54 PM
Petit Garden is such a sweet block. How lucky you are to be part of this magazine. Love your robot quilt. It's perfect for a little boy!
Posted by: kaholly | November 08, 2011 at 09:05 PM
Petite garden looks great Love your Robot quilt too. It will make one little boy happy. Hugs Jofrid
Posted by: JOFRID S. SÆVERÅS | November 08, 2011 at 09:18 PM
I love the robot quilt and I think my munchkin man would love it all the more!
Thanks for the chance with your giveaway - the mag looks great.
Abbe
Posted by: Abbe | November 08, 2011 at 09:36 PM
I love your art and your style. Every time your new creations surprise me and make me say
" FAVOLOSO". Congratulations from Italy!
Posted by: Barbara M. | November 08, 2011 at 10:14 PM
Love robot riot. You are inspirational :)
Posted by: Laura | November 08, 2011 at 10:22 PM
Hey Kellie.... LOVE both of your new designs...
Sandyn
Posted by: SandyN | November 08, 2011 at 10:26 PM
Your block is beautiful! I have admired your designs for a long while now and I want to make so many of them -- this block could be just the thing to get me started.
Posted by: Lisa Marie | November 08, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Absolutely love love love the block. And OMG the robot quilt so bright and vibrant. Lovely work as always XXX :)
Posted by: Caroline | November 08, 2011 at 10:31 PM
What a pretty block and my little boy would love those robots too.
Posted by: Camilla | November 08, 2011 at 10:37 PM
Thank you for your wonderful designs that regularly include ideas for boys. Love those robots!
Posted by: Sharon | November 08, 2011 at 10:48 PM
Lovely garden block. My nephews would love the robots. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Joyce Mitchell | November 08, 2011 at 10:51 PM
Beautiful block. Love it, and your new quilt pattern.
Posted by: michele | November 08, 2011 at 10:56 PM
Kellie I love your style! I'm with you on piecing - 1/4" intimidates me! Thanks for the chance to win this giveaway, especially the background quilting design. That always stumps me.
Posted by: Char | November 08, 2011 at 11:14 PM
What a great opportunity for you with this magazine! Your petite garden is adorable too. Funny little robots - I can see why your boys enjoy them.
Posted by: Kim / SeeingStars | November 08, 2011 at 11:15 PM
Your block is beautiful, Kellie, just like the rest of your applique patterns. And, those robots are sooooo cute!
Posted by: Debbie M | November 08, 2011 at 11:21 PM
I so love Petite Garden. You are such a talented girl. Keep up your gorgoeus work
Posted by: Lynne | November 08, 2011 at 11:23 PM
Congrats Kellie on being part of this issue. I love your patterns but have been a bit nervous about trying this technique so this will be a great way to dive in! Your Robot quilt is amazing!
Posted by: SuzK | November 08, 2011 at 11:24 PM
ciao Kellie
amo il tuo blog, sei tra i preferiti nel mio blog,adoro i tuoi colori e i giardini.
spero di vincere!!!
Posted by: FLAVIA | November 08, 2011 at 11:25 PM
Really like your block!! I have wanted to try raw edge applique and trapunto this block will definitely be one I will try!! My grandson would just love the robots! Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Tammy Hempel | November 08, 2011 at 11:34 PM
I love the block! And the Robot Riot is great! I bet your boys like it.
Posted by: Janet P. | November 08, 2011 at 11:38 PM
Beautiful block--reminds me of the crewel work my mom used to do. Both my sons are into robots, so need to make your robot quilt. Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: KT | November 08, 2011 at 11:41 PM
Love your block! I'd love to have a go at making it. Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Rafael's mum | November 08, 2011 at 11:47 PM