So, about three years back, when I was first starting to get into quilting again, I took a big leap and signed up for a Kimberly Einmo class where she was teaching this pattern. I got all my supplies, poured over the pattern, and delved in. Completing the quilt was a real stretch for me at the time, as this pattern is all about accuracy and technical prowess with multiple 1/2 Square Triangles, Flying Geese Units, two block patterns, and pieced borders.
Thank goodness, Kimberly was the best teacher and I was able to finish with pretty good results all thing considered. I gifted this quilt to an aunt, and since the first one was so much fun, I decided to make another! I immediately bought more material, cut it all up...and then stuffed it all in a bag and moved onto something else. Like I said, that was three years ago.
When I was packing up to move I discovered the bag of pieces and decided it was time to finish this baby up. I've completed the blocks, and now am working on sewing the rows together.
It's weird making the same quilt twice. First of all, my tastes have changed quite a bit in that gold adorned paisley prints are no longer my thing - actually, I don't know that they were ever my thing, but I know for sure I wouldn't buy them now. But mostly, it's fun to know that I've improved. Half square triangles and flying geese are not so tricky now, and that makes me feel good.
Isn't it great when you can see the improvements you have made over the years?! I have really noticed the "differences" in my card making!! I feel I have "come a long way, baby" over the first cards that I made about 10 yrs ago. That's a good thing, right?? Aunt Karen
ReplyDeleteIt's very gratifying to notice and appreciate your own improvement! Thanks for ready Aunt Karen
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DeleteHi! I have the quilt kit for Radiant Jewel by Kimberly Einmo. But when I opened it recently I discovered that there was no pattern. I located a bare bones pattern through Craftsy but I don't have a picture and any visual info as to layout. I've exhausted Craftsy's help. Can you help?
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Thanks, Carol Lehr
You can fin it on pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/pin/79024168442144753/ I just cut mine out and discovered that the background fabric is about 2" too short. Does anyone know what solids these are?
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