Monday, December 16, 2013

Dad's quilt.

 Dad's quilt is all finished and its now in the hands of Australia Post, they better look after this very special package. Dad will be 70 on Saturday and I can't wait for him to open his gift from me. Unfortunately dad lives in Queensland and we are in Tasmania  so I couldn't give it to him myself but thats OK.
 I loved making every block in this quilt, choosing fabrics and working out which photo should go where. Its certainly been made with lots of love. I'm happy to say dad is very proud of my quilting and all that I achieve with my designing and being published so I know he will treasure this quilt.
The fabric with the cars is the backing, I'm sure dad had one just like it back in his younger days.


I'm almost ready for christmas. Are you? My inlaws arrive on Wednesday to spend 2 weeks with us so that will be wonderful,  we all get on so well and they are such easy guests.

I hope you have a wonderful week and you beat the christmas rush.

19 comments:

creations.1 said...

Wow! - the quilt is beautiful - I bet it brings a tear to your dad's eyes - or two or three - how special for him and for you to be able to make it for him!!

Noela said...

A photo quilt, just what a special birthday deserves. Your Dad will love and cherish it because it was made by you. Hugs.......

Lib said...

Quilt looks superb, Leanne. Your Dad will be over the moon :-)

Anonymous said...

wow Leanne your dads quilt is unreal i know this will bring him to tears of joy,and congrats being in the new mag cant wait till i get it here.xx

Anita : Shabby Quilt said...

The quilt is beautiful. I am sure your dad will love it.
lovely design.

Susan said...

Hi Leanne, Your Dads Quilt looks great I am sure he is going to love and treasure such a wonderful thoughtful gift X:)

chrissie said...

Such a beautiful quilt and a great theme for a man

Chrissie x

Helen said...

I'm sure your Dad will love his quilt, you have done a great job.

Enjoy your visitors.

Helen

Ruth said...

The quilt is awesome and the backing fabric is perfect! A wonderful gift for a special birthday!

Deborah said...

This is such an amazing and special quilt. I'm sure your dad will be thrilled. Have fun with your family!

Wonky Girl said...

Your dad will be so pleased, wish you could be there to see his face.

Эльвира Пустовала said...

Beautiful quilt, you can call it a family that will be in the future traditional and inherited.

Fiona said...

fantastic quilt and well done..... I am always nervous when they are in the post... but never had problems..
Hugz

Lynda said...

Such a fabulour birthday present. He will be so thrilled.

Christine M said...

Your father is just going to love it Leanne. What a special gift for him.

Anthea said...

Leanne what a magnificent quilt you made for your Dad, he will be busting with pride when he gets it. Amazing, I hope you took a zillion pics of it before mailing!

Stephany said...

Your quilt is very very nice, Leanne. And such a special gift. Your dad will be proud!
Good work.
Steph

Wendy said...

The photo quilt is wonderful, I'm sure your dad loved it! Wishing you a wonderful Christmas, Wendy xx

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