If I were to tell you I was making a red and green quilt would you automatically think "She's making a Christmas quilt? Second question...Do you think this looks like a Christmas quilt?
I'm hoping the answer is NO. My original plan for this quilt was a Christmas theme. I spent many hours trying to come up with an applique plan. Christmas Trees, Snowmen, Snowflakes, Gnomes and Santa's Sleigh with reindeer were all ideas that just didn't feel/look right. Why does it need to be a Christmas themed quilt? Shifting the way I think about red and green wasn't easy. So it took a bit for me to get my brain to understand, I want this quilt to be a cozy quilt that can be used all year long.
As I planted the final tree in place, it crossed my mind to add some ricrac garland and some tiny circle applique for lights or ornaments. And my little plain Jane cabin could easily be decorated to resemble a gingerbread house. Thank goodness Lazy Lea Anne spoke up and reminded me to keep it simple and not Christmassy.
All of the applique was made from my scrap bins. The two small trees were made from the same fabric in the body of the quilt.
Today's plan, dig through the stash to find backing and binding fabrics. Wish me luck, I really don't want to go fabric shopping. Yep I said that!
Until next time...
I hope you find time to stitch up something sweet!
