I felt like I rushed this one a bit, but here it is, delivered on time for a Friday Finish. Between getting distracted with another quilt project and Ozzie plaguing the life out of me, it was a bit of a crunch to get this one completed! I am pleased with the way it turned out and think it will be a fun decoration on the back of the couch or a chair during the holidays. The colors are holidayish, without being too Jingle Bells-HoHoHo if you know what I mean.
The fabric is Roman Holiday by 3 Sisters for Moda. The pattern is Opening Day by Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company. Let me just say that Miss Rosie patterns are accurate, extremely clear in their directions, never deliver any unwelcome surprises, can be used with any fabric collection at all, and never ever fail to thrill me completely when I finish one.
Lisa and I were supposed to work on this pattern together, but I dilly dallied too long and she finished hers before me. I am so happy that I got on the ball and got mine done! Go to her website, Stashmaster and compare hers to mine. She is much bolder than I am about the use of her lights and darks and isn't afraid to take a risk when it comes to being interesting. We are the same, but slightly different in an intriguing way.
Flying Geese units were an integral part of this pattern. I made so many flying geese I lost count. There are flying geese in the star points and flying geese in the border. Happy geese, flying every which way. And I am not kidding you, with this pattern, the instructions are so accurate that you can't go wrong. Cut carefully, make sure you have your 1/4 inch seem allowance, and you'll be happy as Larry.
As to my canine helper, let me just say he was a total pest while I was trying to finish this. If I went too long without petting him, tossing the ball, or playing tug, he would snatch some small article up from my sewing room and dash madly out the door, where he KNEW I would follow in hot pursuit. Here he is with a baggie of border triangles for Meadowbrook Farm.
Nanner nanner nanner, can't catch me. Very funny. After awhile he got bored with this game and decided to hang out with me in the sewing room next to me. He easily found a pile of fabric to rest on and was content for about ten minutes.
That stack of blues is the fabric that distracted me today. Remember way back in December when some of us were making a Blended Quilt Challenge? This is one I began and dropped the ball on. Maybe next week's Friday Finish?
1)"I felt like I rushed this one a bit,"
Do tell! I feel like you rush all of them. You're the second faster quiltmaker I know. BTW, that quilt is gorgeous.
2)"Ozzie plaguing the life out of me,"
I guess we know now why quilters prefer cats (or at least that the myth). BTW, that dog is precious.
Hope y'all have a happy 4th. --Susan
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | July 04, 2008 at 06:58 AM
Wowzer another Friday Finish - way to go - it's a real beauty.
Posted by: Darlene | July 04, 2008 at 07:22 AM
That's pretty! How big is it?
Posted by: Rachel | July 04, 2008 at 07:34 AM
It's SO PRETTY Nicole. I just love how Miss Rosie's patterns go together. Such a huge switch from the Web Sampler. You are fast like ze lightning!
Posted by: Lisa D. | July 04, 2008 at 07:57 AM
Just beautiful! I'm amazed that you can make so many beautiful quilts! They ALL look great.
Posted by: MichelleB | July 04, 2008 at 08:01 AM
That's an absolutely gorgeous finish! Ozzie's antics are too funny! Cats can be just as insistent about attention -- our big golden cat will happily knock things off the sewing table until he gets the attention he wants!
Posted by: Cathi | July 04, 2008 at 08:20 AM
Just beautiful!!!
Posted by: amy | July 04, 2008 at 08:23 AM
What a fantastic finish...you are amazing.
Ozzie looks so thrilled with his baggie of fabric...too cute! Have a great 4th!
Posted by: Carol | July 04, 2008 at 08:29 AM
I love Miss Rosie's patterns, too. Your Opening Day is gorgeous. Great finish! Ozzie is his helpful self, as usual. He just makes me smile every time you post his photo!
Posted by: Jeanne | July 04, 2008 at 09:00 AM
LOVE the blue and white blocks and the Friday Finish is Fabulous! :o)
I've finished my 2 colour quilt top this afternoon...just need to baste it now.
Posted by: Jane Weston | July 04, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Oh yes indeed I do love Roman Holiday with Opening Day, indeed I do. Especially since I own it unmade. If I made it, used the saved bundle, how funny it would be...
Give Ozzie a kiss for me for being a good boy!
Ummm, excuse me, I hate to stand up and SHOUT but oh dear, dear dear I do so ever remember these blocks and what a great treat that would be for the end of next week. Oh that would indeed make me a happy camper.
No pressure. I mean, I'm just sayin'...
Posted by: Karen Lee | July 04, 2008 at 09:25 AM
I love the Roman Holiday quilt! Great colors. I would have to be committed after making so many flying geese!
I can't wait to see the blue and white quilt finished.
How do you get so much done with Ozzie around? Must be almost as bad as having a nine year old and a seven year old pestering you!
Have a great 4th!
Posted by: Sarah N | July 04, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Absolutely beautiful!!!!! I have this pattern, but haven't made it up yet. In fact I have several of her patterns and a book. I really need to get busy. I can't believe how much you are getting done. A new one every Friday is amazing! Now, just to get them all quilted and bound.
You are an inspiration! Happy 4th!!! don't get those elephant eyes again! lol
Posted by: Julia | July 04, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Ozzy cracks me up lol!
this is gorgeous. i love this line of fabric! i would have gone insane doing all those flying geese-not my favorite quilt block!
can't wait to see your blue on finished-those blocks are lovely!
Posted by: Rhonda | July 04, 2008 at 10:42 AM
Hi Nicole
You are one prolific quiltmaker and all your quilts are so beautiful. I love the look of the flying geese but find making them a bit tedious.
I look forward to seeing the blue one finished- that is, if Ozzie doesn't try and hide the pieces on you:0)
Ozzie loves to keep you entertained-life is never boring with pets.
I hope you are having a wonderful fourth of July!
Regards,
Anna
Posted by: quiltmom ( Anna) | July 04, 2008 at 11:18 AM
That's a beautiful quilt! There's never a dull moment at your house with ozzie around. I don't know if I've every seen a dog with more personality.
Posted by: Vicki W | July 04, 2008 at 11:46 AM
Just wonderful! I love Carrie's patterns. They are great.
Your blue quilt for maybe-next-Friday finish is really pretty and I'm not a blue person!
Happy Fourth of July to all!!
Posted by: Marianne | July 04, 2008 at 02:20 PM
Nice Quilt Poor Ozzie just wants to learn how to quilt LOL I love the blue and white blue being my favourite colour.
Hugs Mary.
Posted by: Mary Wood | July 04, 2008 at 03:38 PM
Just beautiful! Lisa's too!
Great pattern - I'd like to try it with my scraps!
Posted by: Kathy Wagner | July 04, 2008 at 04:05 PM
You are amazing me with all of these Friday finishes! You are just cleaning house left and right! I just think this quilt turned out fabulous...might have to write this pattern down. Looks great. As I said before, I was a fan of this material last season. The Oz man is such a stinker! I love hearing of his clever antics. Can't wait to see the blue and white challenge.
Posted by: Dandelion Quilts | July 04, 2008 at 04:45 PM
Hello Nicole....I came accross your blog over her in Australia so thought I'd lurke a bit & WOW you put out some Great Quilts...You are so Productive, Good to see...You should check out some Aussie blogs as well,Love Ozzie too cute....will pop back again.
cheers
maree
On My Verandah.
Posted by: maree watt | July 04, 2008 at 05:06 PM
That blue and white project would MOST CERTAINLY distract me!
And that photo of Ozzie with the baggie is TOO funny.
I am SO amazed at how much you get done...
Posted by: quiltdivajulie | July 04, 2008 at 05:45 PM
Love your quilt - and Ozzie too. He cracks me up. Reminds me of my son when he was a 2 year old. Mind you, I didn't always see the funny side of my boy's behaviour.
Posted by: Lauren | July 04, 2008 at 10:28 PM
Beautiful quilt!!! I love Miss Rosie's patterns as well. Can't wait to see the blue and white finished!
Posted by: Ranette | July 05, 2008 at 05:15 AM
Oh, I know...let's get Ozzie a brother...that way he can play with Oswald or whoever and will be content to let you produce such masterpieces as the one you show today...so beautiful. Pippin and Vash are voting for Oz to get a brother.
Posted by: Kayte | July 05, 2008 at 05:33 AM