Comforts of Home Part 1

Comforts of Home is a block of the month quilt project created by GE Designs. Although it's not an especially new set of patterns, I haven't seen it around anywhere, and I thought it was well done and a beautiful quilt! So much so, I've decided to offer it starting in March.

The quilt takes 6 months to complete. Each month's pattern includes a portion of the main quilt, as well as a bonus project. Part of what drew me to it was the bonus projects, as they offer another way to get your money's worth from the monthly patterns! I also like that it incorporates some simple applique, and the applique is done with wool. Mixing mediums, like fabrics with wools, is a great way to add a fresh twist to traditional quilting.

So, I've been working on the first step. Not just working on it, but slaving over it for the past 3 weeks. To be honest, I've done more ripping out than sewing on this step! In the end it was worth it, as the bonus tablerunner is gorgeous, and I'm excited about the portion of the quilt as well! Plus, now that I've figured out all the hard stuff I'll be able to pass on time saving tips for all of you that decide to participate in the block of the month!

Here are a couple of pictures of the runner, minus the applique that I'm planning to add this week.