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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Tula Trees






 It was love at first sight! Months before Tula Pink's Acacia fabric range was released I set my heart on buying some. 




Soon after it arrived I starting working on my ideas, only to pack everything away again and wait for a sizeable amount of white fabric to arrive.










 Yes, happy with the borders of diamonds for it's too plain and narrow without them - but those trees do need trunks.














The colours have a lovely glow when viewed from behind. For a quilt like this I usually sew with seams slightly wider than a quarter inch as it feels more secure to me.




 Yep, happy with this one and I love the name "Tula Trees" too. It's not a Christmas quilt yet has a festive air about it. I have one tree left to use on the back, when time permits. 
Sharing at WIP Wednesday.
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33 comments:

  1. SusanNovember 27, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    This is great design Karen and the process you went though to get there!! And such wonderful, jewel-like colours! Lovely!

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  2. LisaNovember 27, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    I think the addition of the trunks really grounds the trees and adds character - great idea! I love the picture of it in the sky - colours look amazing!!!

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  3. chicaNovember 27, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Tu sabes fazer trabalhos lindos! Adorei! beijos,lindo dia! chica

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  4. KimNovember 27, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    What a lovely design, Karen. The trees look amazing set against the white!! Love the photo of the trees with the sky as the backdrop!!

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  5. UnknownNovember 27, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Wov, Lovely, colourfull fabrics
    and creations. Such things make one happy.

    Greetings
    JetteMajken

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  6. GigaNovember 27, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    Jestem ciekawa ukończonego dzieła, pewno będzie wspaniały.Jak na razie bardzo podoba mi się pomysł i śliczne kolory materiału. Życzę zadowolenia z pracy przy niej. Pozdrawiam.
    I'm curious completed work will surely be great. So far I really like the idea and the beautiful colors of the material. I wish you satisfaction with the work with her. Yours.

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  7. Joop ZandNovember 27, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    Lovely design and colors.......good post Karen.

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  8. FlowerLady LorraineNovember 27, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    This lovely creation has me sitting here with a huge smile on my face. I LOVE it. It's a happy, colorful piece and your work is so precise and wonderful.

    Happy Creating ~ FlowerLady

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  9. SaraNovember 27, 2013 at 11:04 PM

    They are a whimsical delight for the eyes to feast on!

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  10. AmyNovember 27, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    what a great quilt. I love the diamonds, they add a nice touch.

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  11. NilyaNovember 28, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Love those trees and the Name too :)

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  12. CarlaNovember 28, 2013 at 1:49 AM

    Fabulous! Very creative

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  13. EricaStaNovember 28, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    A greatful sewing work you have done, dear Karen ... Good design. Wished I could make this too!

    Greetings by Heidrun

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  14. RunningHenNovember 28, 2013 at 2:19 AM

    Visiting from WIP: Gorgeous!!
    RunningHen.blogspot.com

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  15. Tessa @ TheSewingChickNovember 28, 2013 at 3:18 AM

    Wow, this is amazing. Thank you for sharing your process - I always like to see that. I love that the tree trunks are "hanging". Really adds to the modern feel and I think Tula would be proud!

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  16. sherryNovember 28, 2013 at 3:50 AM

    great design and wow it makes a wonderful quilt...

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  17. PaulaNovember 28, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    I love your design, it's really stunning. And it certainly does seem festive without actually being a festive quilt. Beautiful.

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  18. AnnaNovember 28, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    This is such an awesome design! And the fabric, of course, if fabulous :)

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  19. JudithNovember 28, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    A wonderful improv design!

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  20. geaninaNovember 28, 2013 at 5:44 AM

    beautiful design and colors.. :)

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  21. JulieNovember 28, 2013 at 6:00 AM

    It is lovely Karen - not a traditional Christmas quilt but certainly perfectly coloured for the summery down under Christmas we experience.

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  22. GinaNovember 28, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    Wow Karen, this is so beautiful!!! Fabulous work!!!

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  23. Shannon @ Modern Tradition QuiltsNovember 28, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    I love your project! It's very cute and modern!

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  24. UnknownNovember 28, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    What wonderful work my friend. I always love to see what you are working on..

    Hugs~

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  25. JoyfulNovember 28, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    It's a cute quilt and just in time for the festive season ;-)

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  26. AnonymousNovember 28, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    It's beautiful! I love it!!

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  27. JoyNovember 28, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    You are so patient with quilting;)i believe it takes a lot of time and work;)

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  28. Fun60November 28, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    Another amazing design and the addition of the trunks just finishes it off perfectly.

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  29. KirstenNovember 29, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Really beautiful Karen - love the fresh summery colours!

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  30. amandaNovember 29, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    I adore it, Karen! Another piece of art!!

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  31. UnknownDecember 2, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    love your choice of colors and the layout is fabulous. Very creative.

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  32. Elise LeaDecember 3, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Love what you have done with these gorgeous fabrics! The diamonds really accent those beautiful trees.

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  33. hydeeannsewsDecember 5, 2013 at 4:01 AM

    Karen, it's simply beautiful and beautifully simple! what a wonderful idea that has translated so nicely. great quilt!

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