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Wednesday, 19 March 2014

Millefiori! Or the duckling that turned into a swan!



Let me tell you a story if you are sitting comfortably!

Once upon a time a long long time ago this quilt started life in Lynne and Gayle's Hexalong.   But then I decided I didn't like it after just a few hexagons.




Then I took it out again and tried some more interesting blocks inspired by the hexalong posts and by Helen's much more peaceful quilt top.





I actually began to like it but didn't know how to set it 

I thought of this




But Alison said I should try something less safe - you know what ?  She was right.

So in true Oscar night style I would like to thank Lynne and Gayle for inspiration, Helen for inspiration and endless encouragement and Alison for the spur to be daring!  This quilt wouldn't have been the same without you - now I have to go and dry my eyes - want a tissue?

Edit:  Adding link to the tutorial I used on binding an inside edge for that crisp zigzag finish !
Linking up to Katy
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34 comments:

  1. Canadian Abroad19 March 2014 at 21:59

    So very stunningly beautiful. Great rinds with great advice, but ultimately made unique by you.

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  2. Judith, Belfast19 March 2014 at 23:02

    A worthy winner indeed! Well done on another finish! Jxo

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  3. Chantal19 March 2014 at 23:23

    ... and the winner for playing outside the comfort zone is .... Nicky aka Mrs Sew and Sow!
    Great job! I love it. I am glad you got it out of its hiding place.

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  4. Sarah19 March 2014 at 23:29

    Just beautiful!

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  5. Karen - Quilts...etc.19 March 2014 at 23:36

    what a lovely quilt and you can see how much work went into making it!

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  6. Lucy | Charm About You19 March 2014 at 23:51

    Wow!!!! This is incredible!! It so reminds me of millefiori and the colours are just amazing. Truly spectacular!

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  7. Quilting Dee20 March 2014 at 03:14

    Stunning and awesome! Amazing work!

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  8. Newbie Jen20 March 2014 at 04:26

    gorgeous! One of my favorites that you've made.

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  9. Fran20 March 2014 at 06:17

    Fabulous! A really stunning top!

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  10. Ada Plouvier-Kopitopoulou20 March 2014 at 06:18

    Beautiful pattern and colours!!!!!!

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  11. the running hare20 March 2014 at 06:21

    It's wonderful Nicky! Millefiori describes it well, love the jumble of colours and patterns

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  12. marina20 March 2014 at 06:27

    breathtaking! so glad you decided to live dangerously.
    You talented risk taker you.. lol
    so beautiful.

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  13. Floh20 March 2014 at 07:11

    This really looks fantastic! Love it!!

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  14. mumasu20 March 2014 at 07:57

    Exhibiting exuberant exellence! 's a very cool quilt Nicky :)

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  15. Charlotte20 March 2014 at 08:04

    that is seriously gorgeous!!!!!!!!

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  16. Sheila20 March 2014 at 08:17

    A++++...............totally gorgeous.

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  17. Béa20 March 2014 at 08:21

    I really like it, gorgeous !

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  18. Cindy20 March 2014 at 08:40

    IT IS BEAUTIFUL! Your post is cracking me up and the quilt is a stunner. Stars all around, Nicky. I love the color, the randomness, the piecing, the funky zig-zag edges. Super.

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  19. Diane-crewe20 March 2014 at 08:51

    beautiful x putting things away and then "re-looking" at them works for me too x

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  20. Sonia20 March 2014 at 09:36

    It's gorgeous and I love the edge of the quilt. Another beauty!!!

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  21. Kay20 March 2014 at 10:18

    Wow!!! This is stunning, you should be really pleased with your fabulous quilt.

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  22. Quilting Dee20 March 2014 at 12:27

    I keep going back to your quilt for another look. What size are your hexies? Mr quilting loves your quilt too!

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  23. Little Island Quilting20 March 2014 at 13:49

    Completely Ab. Fab. Honesty is always the best policy - results in faaaaar more interesting outcomes :-)
    Well done.

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  24. pennydog20 March 2014 at 13:54

    Brilliant, and how lovely you have people with great taste to bounce ideas off.

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  25. Celtic Thistle20 March 2014 at 16:00

    It's fabulous Nicky, a real credit to you and the bloggers who inspired you!

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  26. Katy Cameron20 March 2014 at 18:59

    It does look great in the end, glad you finally decided to rescue it!

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  27. pandchintz20 March 2014 at 21:38

    Nicky, it's gorgeous! And my favourite green! I bet you're so pleased you picked it up again.

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  28. Catherine21 March 2014 at 14:46

    Its absolutely stunning Nicky, well worth persevering

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  29. Janine @ Rainbow Hare22 March 2014 at 19:22

    This is stunning! A fantastic finish!

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  30. Benta AtSLIKstitches22 March 2014 at 19:47

    Absolutely stunning!

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  31. DeborahGun23 March 2014 at 07:15

    an amazing quilt - just love it :-)

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  32. jednoiglec23 March 2014 at 15:07

    I love how it turned out! It's so lovely and bright!

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  33. Plum Cox25 March 2014 at 09:42

    Wow! What a fabulous quilt! Well done to you (and your backing 'team' for encouraging you!)

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  34. Archie The Wonder Dog7 April 2014 at 20:17

    It's stunning and I can't quite believe how different it is from those first few hexies! Bravo!

    P.S. I wish mine was finished ;o)

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