Friday, October 9, 2015

Old McDonald had a farm...












Don't you love it when inspiration just grabs hold of you and urges you to create something?  A box arrived for Liam a few weeks ago and inside it was this beautiful hand crafted stable and animals.  It was a present from my dad for Liam's birthday.  A belated present, but oh so wonderful and beautiful and inspiring.  The craftsmanship in these toys are so beautiful to behold that a picture really doesn't do it justice.  The feel of them is wonderful.  Smooth and with a weight to them that feels like quality. Well, I put it in the living room area where Liam's main toys are and this nagging feeling kept pulling at me.  It was missing something.  Something to welcome and inspire play.  Alicia Paulson's book had been on my desk for a while and I knew the perfect project.  Isn't that Country Time Quilt in the book the cutest?  Well, we weren't in need of another small quilt but I did come up with a way to still use the designs.  Five out of the six animals were embroidered and set in a nine patch block and hand quilted to make a little wall hanging.  I used some of my favorite prints that I have been hoarding.  Some repro 1930s prints and a bit of Ayumi's Lighthearted for the border and lining.  I am so pleased with this project.  I can see why people make doll quilts and minis for it is so satisfying to finish this project so quickly! It perhaps took a week of naps.  It is going up in Liam's corner today and I am so excited to see how he will notice it.  

Happy Friday everybody.  I wish you a wonderful weekend! 

Linking up to Five on Friday with Amy and Finish it Friday at CrazyMomQuilts.  

Aloha. 



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  1. Quilts and SuchOctober 9, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    What a great idea! This turned out fantastic!

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  2. SandraOctober 9, 2015 at 9:57 AM

    I love Alicia Paulson :) Your quilt is gorgeous. Have a wonderful weekend :)

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:09 AM

      Thank you Sandra! I agree, everything Alicia Paulson does is so inspirational!

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  3. mamasmercantileOctober 9, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    What a great gift, the wooden animals are adorable I can see why they inspired such a beautiful quilt. The embroidery animals are a real delight, stunning. Have a wonderful weekend.

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:10 AM

      Thank you! =) I have so much fun with Liam's new toys. He has learned how to make a sound like a horse. A very high pitched neeeee. =)

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  4. Judy @ Sew Some SunshineOctober 9, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    So cute, love the embroidery. The carved animals are wonderful also. Nice handmade work!

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  5. RosieOctober 9, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    How beautiful, I love the quilt and all the wooden animals, such a lovely thing to do:)

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  6. Crimson KettleOctober 9, 2015 at 11:36 AM

    How lovely, such a good idea. :-)

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  7. Amy at love made my homeOctober 9, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Both the farm set and the quilt are beautiful!!!! I am sure that Liam will grow up enjoying them both and playing with them both together! I love the sheep, he is my favourite! Thank you for joining Five On Friday. I hope that you have a great weekend! xx

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:10 AM

      Thank you Amy! Thank you for hosting Five on Friday as well!

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  8. Kimberley October 9, 2015 at 1:03 PM

    wow - the quilt is gorgeous and the animals are stunning. I love wooden toys!

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:11 AM

      Wooden toys are so wonderful to play with. They just feel good to the touch!

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  9. Lisa from @intothegladeOctober 9, 2015 at 1:35 PM

    What a lovely idea. The quilt is lovely and the farm looks fabulous. Liam is a lucky little boy. Have a lovely weekend xx

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  10. JennyOctober 9, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    Such a lovely little play quilt to go with the precious wooden animals from your Dad. Your little boy is doubly blessed with two creative family members!

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  11. Pom PomOctober 9, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    How cute! It reminds me of Alicia's recent masterpiece! You did a beautiful job! What a kind mommy you must be.

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  12. KROctober 9, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    Oh Karisma, this is just beautiful! What a special and fun treasure your mini quilt and the wooden animal set will be for Liam for years to come. You could even use them to play a matching game! Have a lovely weekend too :)

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:12 AM

      Kelly! =) I didn't think about a matching game! He has been having fun pointing to the animals on the wall hanging and yes, taking it down several times a day. =) But it is a lot of fun to watch him play. He likes to kiss the cow and the horse. Super cute!

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  13. September VioletsOctober 9, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    This is a wonderful set of carved farm animals. I love how you were inspired and turned it into a matching wall hanging. I would hang it right above the farm set :)
    Wendy

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:13 AM

      Thank you Wendy! It actually does hang right above his little stable. =)

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  14. Lilly's MomOctober 9, 2015 at 7:45 PM

    These are such special items you shared with us today. I agree that the farm animals are beautifully made. And I like the way you have incorporated the memories and design in the quilted piece. Really lovely. Have a great weekend :)

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  15. betty-NZOctober 10, 2015 at 1:55 AM

    What a wonderful project. I love your little animals in the quilt.

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  16. A Colorful WorldOctober 10, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    The hand-crafted farm animals and the matching quilt are just wonderful! What a special treasure!

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  17. gracefulfigOctober 11, 2015 at 5:39 AM

    Love those Ostheimer wooden animals! Grandpa truly loves little Liam :)

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:15 AM

      Aren't they lovely Ann! I think my dad is a bit over the moon about him! =)

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  18. LindaOctober 12, 2015 at 7:30 AM

    The little wall hanging is so cute! Love the embroidered animals and the fabrics! I've used some of those 1930s retro fabrics - I love the little tiny designs! The wooden animals look really nice to play with! Popping in from Crazy Mom Quilts as part of my blog comment challenge 300 comments in 30 days!

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    1. Karisma October 13, 2015 at 9:15 AM

      Thank you so much Linda. That fabric is very fun to play with! Wow, 300 comments in 30 days? Amazing!

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