Monday, August 1, 2011

Criss Cross Finished

Hallelujah!
Hurrah!
Whew!
Shouts of joy coming from my little part of the world.
Criss Cross is now finished.
Or as my German ancestors would say Oberflychenbehandlung!

When I pulled this UFO out of the bin a few weeks ago I thought I would quickly have Criss Cross all put together in no time.
It was a little more complicated than that.
At 96" X 96" even laying the quilt over the living room couch did not capture the entire piece for a picture.

But, oh how I love this wonderful quilt designed by Sandy Klop of American Jane Patterns.

Lots and lots of little tiny 1-inch brown and muslin squares.
All worth it to create such a beautiful Irish chain variation.


The 16 blocks measure at 22- inches.
A wonderful way to use up scraps.

The patterns calls for 32 assorted 1/4th yard cuts.


At one point I considered deviating from the written pattern by adding a more simple border.

Now I'm grateful I took the extra time to implement the 268 on point squares around the edge.

They really do add that special touch and make the quilt complete.


To gain a perspective in size, I had Mr. Cactus and my daughter Aubrey stand on the couch and hold Criss Cross up as high as they could for a photo shoot.

This is one big quilt.

I just have to say it one more time because the length of the word is so appropriate for Criss Cross

(plus it makes me laugh)

oberflychenbehandlung!
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28 comments:

  1. CarolAugust 1, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    It is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  2. UnknownAugust 1, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    It is just totally beautiful!! Such a wonderful finish!! Congrats!!

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  3. Jackie's StitchesAugust 1, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    It's a beautiful quilt and so worth your efforts. Congratulations on your finish!

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  4. Material MaryAugust 1, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    This quilt is truly amazing and wonderful. Love it. Way to persevere!!
    Mary

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  5. DoloresAugust 1, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    How absolutely wonderful. I am so glad you finished this. You did an amazing job - even taking the extra time to match up all those border black and white squares. Now, on to getting it quilted and then the next project.

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  6. JanaAugust 1, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Gorgeous! The border is wonderful! Yea for finishing a UFO!

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  7. LynetteAugust 1, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Stunning!!! (Uh... if I could say that German word, I'd want to keep saying it, too!)

    You're right - that border is perfect and essential. It wouldn't be the same without it.

    Good job!!!!

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  8. Me and My StitchesAugust 1, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    It's wonderful - way to finish!

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  9. AnonymousAugust 1, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Absolutely beautiful!

    Darlis

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  10. Lois EvensenAugust 1, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    So gorgeous!!!! What a beautiful finished quilt. :)))

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  11. Gina E.August 1, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Congratulations - what a stunning quilt!!

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  12. Needled MomAugust 1, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Gorgeous and worth every stitch you put into it!!!

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  13. BrowndirtcottageAugust 1, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Hhhmmmm, that must have been you I heard this morning. My My Nedra, all that racket, a hooping and hollering!!! Well HECK YEE-OW!!! I would too!! I LUV LUV this quilt!! I am sooo glad you decided to add that little border, oh yes, it certainly does add to it!!!
    I know I would be shouting with joy too!! This quilt is just FABULOUS!!!

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  14. JenniferAugust 1, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    I love it! Congrats on finishing a UFO! I would be jumping for joy too...

    Jennifer :)

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  15. CindyAugust 1, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Beautiful Nedra! What a wonderful accomplishment. I think you should go to lunch and celebrate. If I lived closer it would be my treat.
    Have a very happy day!

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  16. Apple Avenue QuiltsAugust 1, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Congratulations! I's beautiful.

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  17. CaroAugust 1, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Congratulations! It's a beautiful quilt.

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  18. Karen - Quilts...etc.August 1, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    I love it!! it is so different and original looking.
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  19. AlannahAugust 1, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    wow!!! I love it sooo much!!! it is sooo beautiful!

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  20. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsAugust 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Oh you did it!! you did it!! It is stunning!! and are you the one who woke me up with all that squealing this morning?

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  21. Lynda Halliger Otvos (Lynda M O)August 2, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous. The 268 add the magnificent finishing touch--so worth the extra effort, Nedra. Just beautiful & Big too !~!

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  22. Nanette MerrillAugust 2, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I had to take a moment to soak in the wonderfulness of this quilt. Truly a work of art and a one only in a quilter's finished projects. Wow.

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  23. Lori HoltAugust 2, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Oh.
    my.
    Gosh.
    It is just too beautiful for words!
    What an accomplishment Nedra.
    Just fabulous.
    It's huge!...and gorgeous!!!
    Love it:)
    xx
    Lori

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  24. life in red shoesAugust 2, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    OH MY GOODNESS! You should be breaking your arm patting yourself on the back.....job well done:)

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  25. MB in MIAugust 2, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    WOW! One of the coolest quilts i've ever seen! Beautiful!!

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  26. Calamity Jane's Cottage, BonnieAugust 3, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Nedra, I love this one, it's beautiful. Just thinking of all the sewing and hours you put in.

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  27. fiberchickAugust 3, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Absolutely stunning!!!

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  28. Jill FinleyAugust 5, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Wow! That is one fabulous quilt. Just stunning!

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