Saturday, November 13, 2021

Mermaid Rides the Elephant

I have a new finish to share but would you, could you wait till I share some news? Pretty, please.


I am in a magazine...well, my work is.

A couple of weeks ago I received an email from Diptee Raut of Quilt Stories, asking if I'd consider contributing to India's first quilting magazine.  I was so slammed at that time that I told Diptee - Take a look at my blog and use whatever you like. Diptee chose the tutorial for the Picket Star Quilt Block and here is the link to the magazine


Courage uses the Picket Star Quilt Block, quilted by Rebecca Grace Quilting


Quilt Stories is a digital magazine. It is completely free and has no advertisements or promotions. It is 100% quilting with loads of inspiration and amazing quilts from a wide range of quilters/artists.  I am completely floored by the extraordinary talent showcased in the magazine.


With Vasudha at Quiltcon 2020

What tickles me most is that Vasudha's Quilt was featured in Quilt Stories Issue 4. Like I am Vasudha's younger sister, following in her footsteps. Because little sisters try to imitate their big sisters :-)

Vasudha encouraged me to apply for the Island Batik Ambassadorship program and that has been a fantastic experience.  

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Speaking of Island Batik, do you remember the quilted tree skirt I made for the Island Batik July Challenge? It has buttons and loops. No finicky strings or messy ties. No miles of bias binding; actually no binding at all. It was simple and easy and looked so chic and modern. 



And some of you asked "how you did that" and many said "buttons and loops are so clever".  Buoyed by all your positive feedback, I wrote a pattern for the Tree Skirt with Buttons & Loops and it is now listed  in my Etsy Shop for a mere $8.00. 

To all those who have supported my foray into pattern writing, I am very grateful!!!  It means so much to me.

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Speaking of so much (scrappiness), here is my newest finish - Mermaid Rides the Elephant. 


Paul, the model

Pieced Backing


Labelled




Bob - Always Happy to see me :-)



On location



Fox + Fish = Fun Fabrics


Black Binding

Mermaid Rides the Elephant finished at 40" by 48".  Are you wondering about the name?
Let me explain.

See the mermaid with pink hair, orange bodice and a star in her headband?  She is the star of this quilt.

Hello Mermaid!!!

And here are the elephants on the backing.

Elephants on the Back
 
Hence the name - Mermaid Rides the Elephant.

Paul: So there IS a method to your madness?
Me: Mostly madness, sprinkled with a little method.
Paul: How many quilts have you made this year?
Me: This is #35 but that number does not include two table runners and the backpack.
Paul: In any case, you will exceed 40 by the end of the year.
Me: I have three more, at least.
Paul: So complete madness!!!

It is this madness (of sewing two random pieces of fabric together) that has kept me sane. I am sure I am in good company, though. 

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Speaking of company, it is time to party. Rainbow Scrap Challenge Linky Party to be exact.  I am ready to piece my Sisters Choice Quilt Blocks into a flimsy.  There are 30 blocks and my design wall can barely hold 20. 

Design Wall overflows...


All walls should be design walls, just like every floor tile pattern is a quilt inspiration. But that is a separate discussion.

And the rest of them...


I will have to piece in two halves - top 15 and bottom 15, each arranged into 5 across by 3 down. And then piece the two halves together. 

Speaking of piecing, Island Batik's December Challenge is English Paper Piecing. Here is a glimpse. 

Island Batik Hexies :-)


In summary, I got published in a magazine, wrote/published a pattern, finished a scrap vortex quilt, and working on a couple of other projects.  I know, I know that this is such a long newsy blogpost, but you are ok with that. Aren't you?  Do let me know in the comments :-)













44 comments:

  1. congrats on your being in India's first quilt magazine-that is terrific. I love looking at all your inspiration and the method to your madness!

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  2. Congratulations on the magazine article, so cool! Love your scrap vortex quilt. I should do that too sometime. Happy stitching!

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  3. Newsy is okay ! You are up to exciting things! Congratulations! Scrap on. Stay safe and sew on !

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  4. All around great report, Preeti!!! Love your scrappy finish. Actually, I love all of your quilt projects here!!! Congrats on being in India's premiere quilt mag!!!

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  5. Congratulations on having your work in the magazine. Well deserved! I'm always tickled to see what you are up to because your color and design choices are so much of what I like.

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  6. That is so exciting to be published in the magazine, Preeti! Congratulations, and I will be sure to check it out. I love your newsy posts, and am always inspired by what you make. And I can completely relate to how sewing bits of fabric together keeps you sane - me, too!

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  7. Congrats on being published yet again! I can’t wait to check out the magazine. I really think that being an Island Batik ambassador has been great for you - and us!! xo

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  8. Congratulations on your Courage quilt publication! How exciting! And you’re on track to finish FORTY quilts this year?! Woman, if I had to choose one word to sum you up, that word would be PROLIFIC. Unless it was SASSY, or TALENTED, or GENEROUS…. It’s a good thing I get more than one word. I’m loving your RSC stars, by the way. If I finish ONE quilt by the time you’ve finished TEN, I consider myself to be racing along like a madwoman!

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  9. Grea5 post, so much to read and look at and salivate over! Well done for your inclusion in the First Indian Quilts magazine. I can see why it was chosen - bright and fun. Mermaid rides the elephant is a delight!

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  10. Like Bob, I'm always happy to see you! That includes EVERYTHING you've been up to as well. Congrats on so many fronts including being in the magazine.

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  11. I can see why your quilt was chosen for the magazine--it is so lovely.
    I love your Mermaid piece--so nice and scrappy--my favorite style...
    Congratulations on being published...hugs, Julierose

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  12. Utterly amazing, my friend. Congratulations on your appearance in a magazine, your new pattern and all the lovelies you made this year. It has been a great one for you!

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  13. My famous friend! Congratulations on another publication, and on finishing yet another scrap vortex quilt. You definitely need a bigger design wall. We'll have to work on that. :)

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  14. Many congratulations on being asked to submit something to India's very first quilt magazine, so exciting for you. I'll certainly be checking it out. Your friend's heart quilt is amazing.

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  15. Congrats on being published, on getting to visit with Vasudha, on publishing another pattern, AND on completing your Scrap Vortex quilt!! Lots of excitement for one month, Preeti.

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  16. Congratulations! And I love 'mermaid rides the elephant' quilt, such a happy scrappy delight!

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  17. Congratulations on the publication and release of a new pattern; it sounds like a big week! I have to admit to the photo of you and Vasudha making me a bit emotional (it seems I'm missing pre-covid human contact today). I was very eager to learn the story behind the name of the quilt and it didn't disappoint. :)

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  18. Congratulations for being in India's first quilt magazine, Preeti!!! Love the happyness, scrapness and madness of Mermaid rides the elphant quilt. That batik rosette is so cute. Can't wait for seeing the beauty that you will make with it. Happy Sunday!

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  19. Congratulations, that is so fabulous!!!

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  20. Congratulations, Preeti! It's no surprise at all that they would want to highlight you!

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  21. That is A LOT of scrappiness! Love the statue photo with your vortex quilt. What a fun finish! Sister's choice is looking great too. Wonderful collection of colors.

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  22. So many fun things to read about here! Love your picture of Bob with the quilt - It would be fun to see a collection of Bob and quilt pictures some day.
    Congrats on the magazine and also on another pattern release. Paul is right! You are madly productive this year!

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  23. I like Bernie's idea of a collection of Bob + quilts post! This was a great newsletter, and you are in very good company in that quilting helps to curb the madness, especially in the cold months. Carry on & keep sharing!

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  24. I always love your posts, there is so much to read and see. Congrats on the magazine publication, your new pattern, your sister's choice blocks, and especially Mermaid Rides the Elephant!

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  25. Congrats on the magazine and your new pattern too. Love the scrappy quilt. The name is so so perfect and clever.

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  26. Wow! Congrats Preeti! Thank you so much for the link to Quilt Stories. I had no idea it existed. What a BLESSING! LOVE your posts, I am always happy when there is quality over quantity! Love your Picket Fence and Scrappy Quilt as well :) I created a small private group on Facebook for our quilters, both local and distance. Will be sharing Quilt Stories with them! Thanks for all you have shared <3

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  27. Congratulations!! You're having a great year.

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  28. I am so proud of you! Published in a magazine! You are really hitting your stride.

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  29. Hi Preeti!! How fabulous about the magazine . . . but I am almost as excited that you and Vasudha are friends!!! And a picture of the two of you. I LOVE it. Big huge congrats to both of you. I'm going to read and enjoy that magazine from cover-to-cover. How exciting! Yowza. You have a whole lot on your plate. It is stressing me out just reading about your exploits. LOVE the IB hexies . . . ADORE the RSC blocks . . . and your Mermaid Riding an Elephant . . . well, it and your model r.o.c.k. Oodles of {{hugs}} are rewarded and deserved. Take care and stay safe. ~smile~ Roseanne

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  30. Gorgeous scrappy quilt! And how lovely to be featured in such an inspiring magazine!

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  31. Awww Prreti.. Congratulations on the publication and love you too, little sister!

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  32. How great to be featured in a magazine -- and in the first for Indian quilters! (Are most contributors in other countries or in India itself?) Your designs are so inspiring and colorful -- and your display photography is such fun.

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  33. I'm so thrilled for you! LOVED this post as it was nice & long & detailed, and I enjoyed every bit. Congratulations on being featured in the magazine...it is the first of many, I'm sure! Deb E

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  34. I love your scrappy quilt and those beautiful photos as well. Congratulations on your published quilt also.

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  35. Congrats on being in a magazine!!! you have so much goodness in this post!! It will be fun to see all your RSC blocks into a top soone! and the scrappy one - Oh Lovely!!!

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  36. I think your writing style is right up there with your quilting geniusness. Keep working all fronts for us to enjoy. And congratulations on your milestone in international print. Well done and thank you for sharing your energy and talents.

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  37. Congratulations for being published in a magazine! Also, your RSC blocks turned out nice. I've been enjoying seeing all the rainbow quilts come across my feed this month.

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  38. Congratulations on being published in a magazine, congratulations on releasing your own patterns. Your quilts are always an inspiration and I love hearing all the newsy news. Love your conversations with Paul too :-)

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  39. Congratulations! No wonder you are nearing 40 quilts for the year. Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.

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  40. Thank you for the link to the magazine. Congratulations on another achievement

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  41. Yeah! Congratulations Preeti!! You deserve it, and as always I love to read your post, and admire your beautiful quilts. Well done!

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