Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Winter Blues Blog hop Reveal Day

22nd January is the day allocated for me to reveal the project that I have been working on for the Winter Blues Blog Hop.   This blog hop is being organised by Carla who lives in the northern hemisphere and as they are in the  middle of winter the first thought that went through my head was the clear icy cold blues of winter but as I am living Downunder and in the middle of summer my thoughts turned to the  more soft muted blues and greens of the ocean which I enjoy swimming in when possible during summer.

My choice of fabric was a batik range which reflected perfectly the colours of the ocean with a hint of seaweed and sand.  Without further a do here is the tablerunner that was created.


When it came to choosing the border fabric I did audition many fabrics including those left over from the batik fabrics used but somehow the runner seemed like it wanted to continue.   Then various shades of blue were looked at but they did not seem quite right so after walking away and leaving my choice for a few days I came back and tried solid  black which gave a definite finish to the runner.    It is bound with the blue batik fabric used in the runner.

A photo of the back is below showing the stitch in the ditch used for quilting it.


I really enjoyed this blog hop and would like to thank Carla for organising it.    To see more Winter Blue loveliness pop on over to the following blogs.




Now onto working on my Colour It Red blog hop item.

This will be the first item to be crossed off my WOOFA list.

This was also one of my nominated OMG items for January along with making joey pouches for injured wildlife.

Linking with Midweek Makers
                      Put your Foot down
                      TGIFF
                      Finished or not Finished Friday
                      Peacock Party
                      OMG

Back soon and in the meantime


Happy sewing all

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43 comments:

  1. KaisievicJanuary 22, 2020 at 8:07 AM

    Karen, your table runner does indeed reflect the colours of the ocean. Great job.

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  2. FionaJanuary 22, 2020 at 8:14 AM

    that looks so gorgeous.... lovely table runner and the colours are perfect
    Hugz

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  3. retdairyqueenJanuary 22, 2020 at 8:50 AM

    Lovely Great colour choices

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  4. Anorina @SameliasMumJanuary 22, 2020 at 12:33 PM

    Your runner looks great and the dark border really does make it 'pop'.

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  5. Michelle RidgwayJanuary 22, 2020 at 2:27 PM

    Your runner looks beautiful and it does feel very ocean cool!

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  6. SheriJanuary 22, 2020 at 2:28 PM

    Wow so pretty!! Love the ocean and the beautiful colors in your runner!

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  7. OndreaJanuary 22, 2020 at 4:52 PM

    Love it! The black border really makes those colours pop. Great choice of fabrics.

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  8. TuridJanuary 22, 2020 at 6:41 PM

    I love that shape of your beautiful runner. Got summer vibes.

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  9. Elizabeth CoughlinJanuary 22, 2020 at 11:25 PM

    Lovely table runner!

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  10. MariaJanuary 22, 2020 at 11:43 PM

    Lovely table runner.... It's a great pattern to use...

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  11. tink's momJanuary 23, 2020 at 12:18 AM

    Never would have thought of black for the border and it looks so wonderful. Great job thanks for sharing it with us and looking forward to hopping with you again next month.

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  12. DeniseJanuary 23, 2020 at 12:28 AM

    Your runner looks great. The black sure does set off the light shades of blues.

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  13. Danice GJanuary 23, 2020 at 12:49 AM

    What a nice runner. I love the pointed ends.

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  14. Carol SwiftJanuary 23, 2020 at 1:15 AM

    This is such a warm and inviting table runner in those colors. I love it! I don't have snow where I live, but it's definitely not warm enough for a swim. Enjoy your summer warmth...lucky you! Thanks for sharing!

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  15. Home Sewn By UsJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:28 AM

    Hi Karen! I can definitely see why the winter would be slightly difficult to imagine right now in the throws of summer! Ahh, yes. I can hear the ocean waves, feel the sand better my toes and just enjoy your runner. The perfect batiks for the picture you painted. ~smile~ Roseanne

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  16. Podunk PrettiesJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:41 AM

    Thanks for the inspiration! Love your runner!

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  17. CalicojoanJanuary 23, 2020 at 3:51 AM

    You sure nailed the light and breezy ocean feel with this runner. Something we all are dreaming of here in the states!

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  18. Karrin HurdJanuary 23, 2020 at 4:06 AM

    Cute table runner. Love the colors!

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  19. Susan January 23, 2020 at 5:59 AM

    Karen, that's a lovely, lovely table runner. It really does have the colors of the ocean!

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  20. The Joyful QuilterJanuary 23, 2020 at 6:43 AM

    Using the blues of the ocean was totally appropriate for the Hop. Thanks for warming us up with thoughts of Summer!!!

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  21. wendyJanuary 23, 2020 at 7:58 AM

    Beautiful table runner, love the colors!

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  22. Nancy DJanuary 23, 2020 at 9:51 AM

    Great tablerunner! Love the shape.

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  23. Charlene McCainJanuary 23, 2020 at 11:29 AM

    Beautiful table runner! I LOVE those blues. If it was a bundle, would you please share the name? I would love to duplicate your runner since these are the colors in my house. (We don't get harsh winters here in my part of California, so I appreciate the oceans hues.) THanks so much for sharing!

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  24. LJJanuary 23, 2020 at 1:02 PM

    What a lovely runner - so pretty. I think taking a bit to time to think about a fabric choice or a quilting detail is such a great idea. It turned out so well.

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  25. Siouxzq64@gmail.comJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:07 PM

    Very pretty table runner. Surf, sand and seaweed sounds nice about now.

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  26. Brenda @ Songbird DesignsJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:09 PM

    Your table runner is very lovely, Karen! Love the way you incorporated all the colors of the beach!

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  27. Sue DJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:45 PM

    Very pretty--I like the colors and patterns.

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  28. CarlaJanuary 23, 2020 at 2:52 PM

    Your colors do warm the Winter Blues. I wish I was enjoying summer like you. I'm excited that you used black with your blues. Great minds think alike - you will see... Thank you, so much for warming us up with your table runner and joining the Winter Blues Blog Hop, Karen.

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  29. Farm QuilterJanuary 23, 2020 at 3:02 PM

    Karen, your French braid table runner is beautiful! I hope you are in a safe location from all the fires in your beautiful country! I've only visited Perth, but the colors of the Indian Ocean are stunning!

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  30. Carol AndrewsJanuary 23, 2020 at 5:20 PM

    Karen your runner is beautiful

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  31. teachpanyJanuary 23, 2020 at 6:37 PM

    Sweet runner. Thanks!

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  32. SharonJanuary 24, 2020 at 1:59 AM

    Such a pretty table runner! Thanks for sharing it.

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  33. PamelaJanuary 24, 2020 at 4:56 AM

    This is beautiful! It goes to show you that blues are wonderful no matter what the weather is where you live :)

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  34. SusanJanuary 24, 2020 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful colors in this - certainly reminds me of the ocean too!

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  35. Alycia~QuiltygirlJanuary 25, 2020 at 1:43 AM

    Very lovely!!!

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  36. Dix in CanadaJanuary 25, 2020 at 6:57 AM

    Very nice table runner with a great mix of blues & a dark border! Thanks for sharing.

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  37. MarianJanuary 25, 2020 at 4:39 PM

    Lovely design and great color choices.. can't get better than that!!

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  38. MichelleJanuary 27, 2020 at 4:58 PM

    Great mix of colors. Lovely table runner.

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  39. DeniseJanuary 29, 2020 at 7:05 AM

    I have enjoyed looking at your finish all weekend. Thank you so much for linking up to Put your foot down.

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  40. Danette January 29, 2020 at 7:27 AM

    So pretty!

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  41. Suz JJanuary 29, 2020 at 3:54 PM

    Such a beautiful colour palette... very serene!

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  42. CheryllJanuary 30, 2020 at 8:14 AM

    I LoVe your HoT SuMMeR blues... instead of brrrr cold winter blues too...
    Beautiful runner for a table in any season...xox

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  43. Patty January 31, 2020 at 1:27 AM

    Lovely! Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and congrats on your finish!

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