Wishing Doesn't Make it So

Sometimes the most beautiful results take more time and effort than I might initially want to invest.  But that's just the way it is.  And that's exactly what I said to myself as I picked up my needle and thimble to do some hand quilting. 

I simply couldn't think of anything I would like the look of more than hand quilted coffin/hexagons.  

I am seriously pleased with how it is turning out. :)

These small hand quilting projects always take longer than I expect, but not nearly as long as an entire quilt.  Besides, a few hours with Mr. Selfridge and I was done.

(Have you found this new British show yet?  Next best thing to Downton Abbey, I think.)

Now I need to decide on buttons or a zipper for the back closure.  Buttons are cuter, but a zipper is fast and easy.

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Zipper it is!

Comments

[A Little Blue Dragonfly]

You're instincts are always right, dear K! Those little details you are adding are making Wanda a work of art! And thank you, thank you for the recommendation on something to fill the Downton Abbey void! I'll be checking it out! :)

[Christine]

Beautiful quilting! I wish I thought zippers were easier. I think buttons are.

[Debbie R.]

This project is looking fabulous!

[Hildy]

Vote for buttons! And as I know you there'll be some cute ones in your jar:-)
Now I'm checking out Mr. Selfridge;-)

[Jennifer]

You are so good at zippers! Buttons are cute but why use them if your so good at zippers?!
Okay i confess. I am seriously overwhelmed by ALL your great crafting. I want to do all of it! Where do you find the time? Do you have some bionic powers or something? Maybe it's a blog thing time lapse thing. idk
LOVE your creativity!
J

[Angela- Heart of Charnwood]

I love the hand quilting, and you're so right, it was just what was needed! Mr Selfridge is a good series, i really enjoyed it when it was shown here, but can i just say it isn't a BBC production, it was ITV again, the same as the fab Downton Abbey! :o)

[Elizabeth]

I always love seeing what you are working on. I agree with your thoughts on Mr. Selfridge but have you started to watch The Bletchley Circle on Mon. nights (PBS)?

[Donna]

Can't wait to see Wanda when the project's all finished. I have been watching Mr. Selfridge and it is a wonderful series.

[Bari Jo]

Yes! Hand quilting! The best! Cannot wait to see it in all its glory! :o) and thanks for the tip on the new show! I am still in serious depression over the end of Downton Abbey.... how long do I have to wait for the next show? :O)

[lori jones]

the the oblong hexagons !! where ever did you find the template???
Oh and another good British show is "Call the Midwife" very good!