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November 17, 2023

Cabin In The Woods ~ UFO #9 2023 from Podunk Pretties

These simple quilts are my favorite to make. They come together quickly and with a little added applique they really shine.

They also mix well with other more complicated quilts when displayed. The larger patchwork gives the eye a place to land. I feel like the quilting design can do the same. Had I quilted it to death, it would not have the same warm come cuddle with me vibe.

The little trees added a bit of whimsy but not too much. To me this quilt says "Let's cozy up on the couch with a good book and a ...

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November 9, 2023

Backing And Quilting ~ Cabin In The Woods from Podunk Pretties

As a quilt top is being made I start thinking about how it will be quilted. I tend to over think this process, hence the reason for over 20 quilt tops waiting to be quilted. This quilt was loaded to the frame with no ideas for how it would be quilted. I did the quilt stare for a bit before it hit me....Who cares?! Just quilt it! Keep it simple and quick. So here's the plan so far.

Oh! Remember yesterday when I was concerned about finding a backing and binding in my stash? I didn't find ...

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November 8, 2023

Cabin In The Woods Quilt Top from Podunk Pretties

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 ...

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