Red Roses in Paris Quilt

I saw this quilt in an American Mag in blue and white. It is sooooo easy to make and you can choose the size of the nine patch to suit your taste. Mine is quite large because the fabrics are so lovely that I wanted to show off as much of the print as I could. So make a nine patch in whatever size you prefer then make the large block the same size and continue on with whatever size quilt you want. If you do a quick sketch on a pad u will work out how much of each print you will need. Remember most fabrics are 112cm or 44 inches wide.

I have also purchases some rich indigo blue and matching tan to make another version of this quilt. So that will probably be finished by 2015!!!!!!!!!!!!

Night Before Christmas BOM

Block 2 of the Night Before Christmas Quilt.

Sometimes I wonder why I sign up to Block of the Months, because I am always behind on each block. This quilt could (should) have been completed before Xmas 2011 but here I am in March and just finished Block 2!!!! But it is lovely to grab a block with the pattern, correct fabric all included and do a block whenever it suits you. I keep all my BOM in a basket and plod along at my own pace. I have just finished the applique on block 3 so when I finish the stitching I will post a picture of it on this blog. Hopefully, this quilt will be finished by Xmas 2012.

Handmade Timber Furniture

The above items have been made by a local Canungra (Qld) craftsman. They are on display in my studio at Tamborine Village. He is able to make anything out of timber so if you want a price for an item just send in a photo or a drawing and I will get him to give you a quote.

regards Rob

New Studio

Some pictures of the front room at my new studio. Still a few things to do in the back room but I am getting there slowly. Will post more photos soon regards Rob

New Studio

Almost moved into new studio. Still have a few things to finish reno but have set up quilting and sewing machines so I can work when I am sick of making shelves and unpacking fabric. Will post some photos when I am finished.

I plan to have occasional Public Open Days and will advertise in my local paper. If you wish to be advised personally of each open day please send your email address to me at rl@rathburnfarms.com.au. Also will open by appointment or have parties for quilting groups or group of friends (max 10 people) more details later.

Happy New Year to all

Regards Rob

NEW STUDIO OPENING SOON!!

I am in the process of renovating a new studio at Tamborine Village Qld. I will not be doing any more markets as I intend to open the studio to the public on occasions or by appointment (party plan style). Will let you know when I am open!!!! Rob

Craft Fair & Quilt Show

St Thomas Anglican Church at 7 Albert Street, Beaudesert is having it's annual Craft Fair & Quilt Show this Saturday 8th October, 2011, 8am-3pm

I will have a stall at the fair selling fabrics and a little of my china.

So if you are in the area, pop in to say hello.

Regards Rob