ready to begin
Last week I had some good mail. The fabrics I chose for my kitchen table quilt arrived. I have no idea what kind of quilt I'll make, but I do know that I want to use lots of white along with the fabrics. Maybe border each block in white? I don't know, I need to do some research. I'm no quilter, so whatever design I choose will be very simple.
When I decided to use the tea towel as my inspiration I was still a little if-y on the colors, but now that I have the fabrics in my hands, I have complete confidence that this will work! I can see it now...
While I was perusing etsy, I happened to come across these plates, so I bought them. Won't these look great on the wall? Yes, I plan to fill the walls with pretty patterned plates like in the March issue of Martha Stewart Living - have you seen it? I can't wait to have my kitchen done!
One last thing - I did a little shop update with my latest bags. I think I must have been in a bold red/pink/orange mood. Isn't it funny how that happens?
Oh, Beki, this is good stuff. Your kitchen table quilt is going to look great. That orange and cream print? Love.
Posted by: miss chris | March 04, 2008 at 09:16 PM
Those fabrics are a perfect match, both in color and in spirit. I can't wait to see how it turns out! And I love your bold bags!!
Posted by: Jona | March 04, 2008 at 09:30 PM
What is the orange fabric in the top photo, 2nd in from the right? I'm piecing together blocks using some Amy Butler fabric and it's a lot of blues and browns and that orange would help set things off.
Posted by: Elizabeth K | March 04, 2008 at 09:51 PM
so much beautiful color!! I love all of it. I'm sure you're very ready for that kitchen to be all done.
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | March 04, 2008 at 10:28 PM
oooh, I am so excited to see your kitchen quilt! the fabric that you chose is wonderful.
Posted by: amandajean | March 04, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Wow, Beki, that quilt is going to be so pretty! So what's the gray tiles with the green flower fabric? It's so pretty!
Posted by: Linda | March 04, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Your kitchen ideas are truly beautiful!! :) I absolutely love them :)
Also wanted to let you know that I am having a big giveaway on my blog, so if you have a moment, stop on by. :)
Posted by: Kristin | March 05, 2008 at 02:46 AM
I love the pictures of your projects! The colors are so therapeutic! Thank you for posting! Happy Spring to come!
Posted by: susiesputnik | March 05, 2008 at 05:31 AM
That's going to look really good! I love the gray and white print towards the bottom. What is it?
Posted by: LeeAnn | March 05, 2008 at 06:51 AM
love those fabrics, beki. that quilt is going to be phenomenal!
Posted by: erin | March 05, 2008 at 07:34 AM
how pretty! the quilt is going to look so beautiful. Good luck. And I love the idea of the plates on the wall :)
Posted by: kat | March 05, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Excited to see your quilt. Love those fabrics! I have been cutting fabric for my quilt for a week now but haven't started to sew it up yet!
Posted by: Stephanie | March 05, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Your kitchen is going to look awesome! I hope you'll post pictures of it all when you're done. I am currently revamping mine a bit too. Just in time for Spring I hope.
Your bags are beautiful too. It amazes me how much you accomplish. Do you ever sleep? :)
Posted by: Sandy | March 05, 2008 at 08:26 AM
You picked out some beautiful fabrics, can't wait to see how the quilt turns out. Love the plates and the idea too. I am still waiting on my new Martha Stewart Living to come in, I always get it so late.
Posted by: Tonya Richard | March 05, 2008 at 08:32 AM
Love those fabrics - I can't wait to see what you do for a table quilt (squeel!)
Posted by: Carrie S. | March 05, 2008 at 08:39 AM
Ohhhh! Lovely combination of colors. Very inspiring. I have been wanting to work with gray and was going back and forth on what to mix it with. I may have found my answer. I look forward to seeing your progress.
Posted by: dana | March 05, 2008 at 08:46 AM
Gorgeous bags! Love your inspiration piece and the fabrics you picked out to go with it are perfect. Can't wait to see the finished quilt!
Best, Karen
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Posted by: Karen | March 05, 2008 at 09:15 AM
Great fabrics. I can't wait to see it!
(The plates are adorable.)
Posted by: lera | March 05, 2008 at 09:27 AM
I can't wait to see everything together! Those plate are going to look great in there too!
Posted by: Rachel | March 05, 2008 at 09:47 AM
oh, love those plates. and your fabric. ::swoon:: what's the circle-y orange one? i need me some of that goodness.
my kitchen wall needs a redo too. loving your inspiration.
Posted by: capello | March 05, 2008 at 09:52 AM
wow, those materials look gorgeous!!!! can't wait to see what you'll come up with eventually!!
Posted by: Brigitta | March 05, 2008 at 10:03 AM
Those fabrics are beautiful!
Posted by: Mellissa - wondermommy | March 05, 2008 at 10:19 AM
Beki, your new fabrics and the combination of fabrics you used in your latest bags are stunning. I always love what you do with color and pattern!
Posted by: sulu-design | March 05, 2008 at 10:20 AM
Wow, beautiful fabrics and bags, too!! I love that top print in the stack---the flowers with the blue middle... Sigh.
Posted by: Berlinswhimsy | March 05, 2008 at 11:26 AM
oh, I can't wait to see what you come up with. those fabrics are great!
Posted by: katie | March 05, 2008 at 12:01 PM
I love your inspiration piece & what I would like to know is what are you going to do with it. Are you going to display it(framed on the wall ( I hope)), or use it as a towel? Inquiring mind want to know!!
Posted by: Tina | March 05, 2008 at 12:10 PM
I LOVE the fabric. Try looking at the Happy Hour book by Atkinson designs. There's a couple in easy patterns in there that would look good with some white thrown in. Can't wait to see what you come up with.
Posted by: sewstylish | March 05, 2008 at 05:58 PM
Oh Beki! Loving all of your fabric. Save some of the leftovers for a few clutches! And give me a heads up before you list them. ;)
I haven't seen that issue yet but really want to now. I want to do a plate thing in my kitchen. I've got pretty high ceilings and feel the need to throw something up there.
Posted by: Jade | March 05, 2008 at 07:56 PM
these colors looke great...good photo also.
Terisa
Posted by: Terisa | March 06, 2008 at 12:18 AM
Awesome fabrics, Beki! Those colors work well with the dishtowel.
Posted by: Lisa {milkshake} | March 06, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Wow... gorgeous material... you're going to have an awesome quilt when you're done!
Posted by: Shayla | March 06, 2008 at 08:39 AM
I find myself going on certain color jags all the time! I love the new bags, the colors are perfect for springtime. Love the new fabric for your tablecloth too, so vintage-y. Have you seen the simple tablecloth from Last Minute Quilted gifts? It's great, and really shows off each individual fabric.
Posted by: Lisa | March 06, 2008 at 10:22 AM
your kitchen is going to look fabulous! i can't wait to see how it all turns out :)
Posted by: Chara Michele | March 06, 2008 at 10:46 AM
i'm no quilter either, but i love all those fabrics together
Posted by: lucykate crafts... | March 06, 2008 at 02:50 PM
WOAH! Where did you get the gray Denyse Schmidt fabric- I;ve been looking for it everywhere!!
Posted by: Stephanie | March 06, 2008 at 04:40 PM
I can't wait to see how it turns out! I love the fabric you've chosen. You're so great at that!
Posted by: Missy | March 06, 2008 at 10:11 PM
oh your quilt is going to be awesome! Love the palette.
Posted by: Knitterella | March 07, 2008 at 07:50 AM
i love love LOVE these fabrics! Where did you get them? And what is the top one called? Thanks!
Posted by: Lynn | March 10, 2008 at 04:20 PM