Friday, May 21, 2021

Sheba

I've fallen in love - with Sheba, my newest feline!

black cat applique on fur print fabrics

This cat themed lap quilt is a purr-fect submission for the Born to be Wild Blog Hop, hosted by Carol of Just Let Me Quilt. 

black and white leopard face

Though today is the last day of the hop, there's still plenty to see - be sure to visit my fellow creators posting today,



The theme of this hop was, again, the purr-fect opportunity to use a fur-themed 20-strip jelly roll, transforming it into four-patch blocks,


then adding from a meowntain of fur-prints. I even got the chance to cut squares using the Crafters Edge Crossover II machine, making quick work of cutting from small scraps.




It would have been nice to see Sheba grow on the design wall, but that's a very crowded space right now, making that an im-paw-sibility. Instead, I laid blocks out on the floor to see where this design might go. The floor space soon became cramped, with barely enough room to step around. At one point, I made sure to close the door to prevent a feline cat-astrophe! Learned my lesson from a few of years ago regarding those.

Using up that jelly roll created a lot more blocks, giving way to a simple design. Then it became a fast and easy quilt, one that even a new quilter could make.

But the best was yet to come! Once I had the Sheba cat applique cut out, that's when I fell in love - she's definitely wild, majestic, and so full of purr-sonality!

black cat applique on fur fabrics



Now for the big reveal of Sheba, my paw-some cat themed quilt! Measuring in at approximately 54" x 70", I can't wait to snuggle with her on my lap!


black cat appliqued on fur fabrics


Purr-haps Sheba has captured you're heart too? She's ready for love with the lap size pattern available in my Etsy shop. Suitable for beginner quilters, the Sheba pattern includes all instructions AND full size reverse templates for Sheba herself - just print, trim, tape, and trace! All that's needed is the fabric and in no time Sheba will be a wild member of your home too!

Though it's technically the end of the hop, the fun will continue through next week. From now until midnight May 27, 2021, Sheba is available at the special introductory pattern pricing of $6. Be sure to get your copy now before it's too late!

Happy Quilting!


  


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32 comments:

  1. Elizabeth CoughlinMay 21, 2021 at 3:22 AM

    Sheba, and her quilt, are beautiful!

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  2. Stitchin At HomeMay 21, 2021 at 3:47 AM

    A great use of the fur jelly roll! Well done, beautiful quilt!

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  3. Rebecca SmithMay 21, 2021 at 4:53 AM

    Sheba looks so regal!

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  4. Lori SmanskiMay 21, 2021 at 4:54 AM

    oh wow, this is gorgeous. and yes very wild. thanks for sharing and for inspiring. quilting dash lady at comcast dot net

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  5. Vicki in MNMay 21, 2021 at 5:08 AM

    I love the use of all the animal prints in this. And I enjoyed your fun play on words!

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  6. Karen - Quilts...etc.May 21, 2021 at 5:26 AM

    there is something about applique added to a plain patchwork that just plain dresses it up - I have done that with oversize flowers and a huge frog once.

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  7. InflorescencedesignsMay 21, 2021 at 5:39 AM

    Great quilt! Nice use of the square dies to make cutting easier. Thank you for sharing.

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  8. CarolMay 21, 2021 at 5:51 AM

    Wow--putting Sheba on that quilt really made it. I love it! Thanks for sharing!

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  9. SharonMay 21, 2021 at 6:41 AM

    What fun! The cat applique is purrrfect on your quilt.

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  10. Carol SwiftMay 21, 2021 at 6:51 AM

    Oh how I love that Sheba! She looks so majestic on your gorgeously wild quilt. The fabrics, design, and of course Sheba, are definitely perfect for this hop. You rocked another one, Susan! Thank you for sharing your wild side.

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  11. CalicojoanMay 21, 2021 at 7:12 AM

    Oh how I love your little play on words. I was trying to come up with something equally as catchy, but you made that im-paw-sible! LOL!! I love love love Sheba. That jelly roll is purr-fect for her! You know I'm going to be giggling over this all day now don't you?

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  12. Pamela ArbourMay 21, 2021 at 7:16 AM

    Oh that is so cute! Great idea. Love that big cat and all of that animal fabric. Purrfect!

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  13. ChezViesMay 21, 2021 at 10:55 AM

    This is one gorgeous quilt and I love the applique big cart! She looks elegant there in the wild :)

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  14. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMay 21, 2021 at 12:12 PM

    Those fabrics are certainly wild and the cat looks great on the quilt.

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  15. PreetiMay 21, 2021 at 12:44 PM

    Sheba reigns supreme:-) Lovely quilt.

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  16. Lianne makes stuffMay 21, 2021 at 3:25 PM

    Thats purrfectly lovely well done

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  17. Pat at Bell Creek QuiltsMay 21, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    What a great idea for a background for your Sheba cat!

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  18. Quilting GailMay 21, 2021 at 5:52 PM

    Love your quilt!!! Sheba looks fantastic with the wild background!

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  19. Danice GMay 21, 2021 at 9:49 PM

    Wow, what a pretty quilt. I love how the cat is "sitting" on the quilt. Very pretty applique and pattern.

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  20. Chopin - A Passionate QuilterMay 22, 2021 at 5:23 AM

    Very striking and love Sheba! Purr-fect fabrics for the background!

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  21. tink's momMay 22, 2021 at 6:43 AM

    What a beautiful quilt. Absolute Purr-fection. She is a very stately kitty.

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  22. SherrieMay 22, 2021 at 9:10 AM

    Hi,
    Awesome quilt...so pretty.
    Have a great day!

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  23. Home Sewn By UsMay 22, 2021 at 1:02 PM

    Hi Susan! I'm so glad to read your post about Sheba. Those background fabrics are just so perfect! LOVE IT! And using the Crafters Edge to cut out the pieces looks nifty. I am guessing that it works similar to the AccuQuilt dies except not nearly as bulky of dies, etc. I'll check out the link you provided. I hope all is well with you. ~smile~ Roseanne

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  24. MiaismineMay 22, 2021 at 5:16 PM

    Sheba is lovely! She appears to be contemplating which fabrics to play/nap on! :)

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  25. Alycia~QuiltygirlMay 23, 2021 at 7:58 AM

    That really is Paw-some!!! What a great way to used those fabrics - and Sheba just look regal on them!!

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  26. Carol AndrewsMay 23, 2021 at 2:57 PM

    Sheba is simply, wildly stunning! 😉

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  27. Anorina @SameliasMumMay 23, 2021 at 5:01 PM

    Oh wow, Sheba is absolutely regal and beautiful.

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  28. Joy from Days Filled With JoyMay 23, 2021 at 11:05 PM

    Just beautiful!!! Love your choice of fabric and Sheba is gorgeous! xx

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  29. For the love of geeseMay 24, 2021 at 1:56 PM

    Oh yes, it is perfect for the hop and I love your chosen fabrics.

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  30. BonnieMay 26, 2021 at 3:33 AM

    Sheba is all you said she is. How did you make her look aloof?

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  31. Frédérique - Quilting Patchwork AppliquéMay 27, 2021 at 9:52 AM

    Wow, beautiful quilt! Well done!
    Thank you for linking up ;)

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  32. chrisknitsMay 27, 2021 at 10:53 AM

    What a wonderful quilt. Thanks for linking up with To-Do!

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