06 February 2015

Super Special Weekender Project

A little while back, I posted a picture on Instagram.
A photo posted by Jennie (@porchswingquilts) on

I tagged Lori Holt, because she designed the gorgeous fabric. And tagging is what IG is all about, right?

Well, a little conversation between us sprang up, and we worked out a trade. She sent me the fabric at the beginning of this month, with extra for fussy cutting and everything for the apples.

I was terrified, y'all. But it was so much fun, fussy cutting those motifs and piecing this bag together.





Now I need one, only I think I want the tulips from her Quilty Fun book, or maybe some of the new ones from her Farm Girl Vintage book coming out later this year. Wouldn't a couple of little chicks be so cute on the pockets? Or canning jars? Or the patchwork milk can? I'd have to make five!

And Julia Davis approves:


My tips and tricks for the patchwork Weekender are up there under Tutorials. Believe it or not, I've got plans for more!
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24 comments:

  1. Celtic Thistle06 February, 2015 10:03

    Fabulous bag, and the statue photo just makes me smile :)

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  2. Amy, a redeemed sheep06 February, 2015 10:13

    So stunning!!! I am in awe....I can not wait for the book to be released!! I talkedy boss into carrying it in our shop. Our shop is in a strong farming community. I think the ladies will love it!! I know I am snatching one up as soon as they arrive. 😄

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  3. Leila06 February, 2015 10:25

    They are both Amazing! This bag has been on my list forever. I think I just need to buckle down and make one. I have also been looking at Lori's new book. There are tons of things you could make with all of those blocks.

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  4. Unknown06 February, 2015 11:24

    I saw this on IG too! It's amazing!

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  5. Jasmine06 February, 2015 11:37

    So cute! I want to make an apple quilt from the first book.

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  6. Joan06 February, 2015 11:49

    Oh, the weekender bag is amazing. I absolutely love it.

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  7. Stephanie06 February, 2015 12:21

    Where can I find the pattern? qltdiva1@fuse.net Thanks!

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  8. Sheri06 February, 2015 12:59

    Great photos and very pretty bag!

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  9. Corrie H. @ Mountain Stitches06 February, 2015 14:00

    I love it!!!

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  10. mac06 February, 2015 15:14

    Gorgeous. I feel inspired.

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  11. JanineMarie06 February, 2015 19:48

    Okay, the last picture is truly the best!!

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  12. Ruth Clapp06 February, 2015 22:07

    Wonderful bag! Who is Julia Davis and where is her statue?

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  13. Ramona07 February, 2015 06:00

    Thank you, thank you! I saw the pattern for this bag a long time ago and could not remember the name of it. Your bag is wonderful!! Love all of your fussy cutting and the fabrics used. Great, great bag!

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  14. Dona07 February, 2015 12:29

    Just fabulous! and the statue is perfect!

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  15. Glinda ♥07 February, 2015 14:48

    LOL! Love your bag but hanging it off the statue? Fab - u - lous!!

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  16. C. Jaeger08 February, 2015 07:05

    That bag is so awesome, and I love the statue photo!

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  17. Cristina @ Pretty Little Quilts08 February, 2015 16:06

    How cool is that!!!! You are sewing for sew-lebrities! Both bags are so cute!!!

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  18. Leanne09 February, 2015 00:00

    Utterly gorgeous!

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  19. Maryjo09 February, 2015 10:10

    You do an amazing job!!! Love the statue picture!

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  20. Christine @ 12,450miles 09 February, 2015 14:58

    Gaugh!!! Favorite. Weekender. Ever. I LOVE it! And what an awesome story to go with it!

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  21. Tiny Toadstool Cottage21 February, 2015 18:48

    Oh my, this is the most gorgeous Weekender I have ever seen! I really want to make one of these, but they look so time consuming. How much do we love Lori Holt?! I love that fabric range, I have all her books and I already have Farm Girl Vintage on pre-order. Can't wait for it to arrive!

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  22. Anita03 April, 2015 13:22

    This is awesome too! You should totally make one with the canning jars!

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  23. Adrianne @ On the Windy Side09 April, 2015 03:18

    Stunning!

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  24. Sarah18 April, 2015 07:19

    Gorgeous! And aren't you becoming a little maker to the stars!

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