Sunday, October 27, 2013

WICKED BLOG HOP - It's been a Ghas




It's my turn in the Wicked Blog Hop.

I hope you have been looking at all the wonderful things all these talented peeps have made!

It's been quite the Ghastlie challenge to get my post and project up and running. lol

Let's start at the beginning...
  • I got left off the hop schedule
  • I took way to long to decide on a project
  • I ended up having all kinds of family here and my sew Friday didn't happen for as long a time as I needed it to. lol
  • I got the quilt top all pieced and ready to quilt and, much to my horror, I have one row going the wrong way.
  • Unsandwich and unsew....oy
  • THEN.................

The power goes out..thank you gale force winds...not!


With 12" of resewing left...12 measly inches!


Then I realize that my mini quilt is too big for its intended locale


I did manage to get it done!
Front


I am a firm believer that the back should be almost as nice as the front


It has been a Ghastlies kinda day...perfect for a Ghastlies, sans peeps, quilt!

Now go a check out today's hoppers...I am sure they had a much less Ghastlie time of it!  hahahaha
My not-so-much-help helper


Grandmama's Stories
Gracie Oliver Arts
Quilts by Christa
Michelle's Romantic Tangle
Ravelly’s
Pink's Sweet Treats
How Art You?
Georgia-Girl Quilter
I Piece 2-Mary
Words & Stitches
The Distracted Domestic...me!
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57 comments:

  1. Elizabeth CoughlinOctober 28, 2013 at 4:01 AM

    Sorry you had such a Ghastlie time of it, but your quilt is beautiful!

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  2. Britt-IngerOctober 28, 2013 at 4:04 AM

    Your quilt is wonderful in spite of the Ghastlie moments. Thanks for sharing your creativity and being part of this hop

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  3. SparkyOctober 28, 2013 at 4:06 AM

    despite all the wicked events that held you back from being wicked...I think you pulled it off wickedly lol

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  4. GillOctober 28, 2013 at 4:10 AM

    Despite a Ghastlie time your quilt is fabulous!

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  5. Marjorie's Busy CornerOctober 28, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    Turned out wonderful.....set backs can be discouraging, but it all ended up great!!

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  6. charlotteOctober 28, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Great that you persevered. You now have a wonderful quilt top that you can quilt at your leisure.

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  7. StitchinByTheLakeOctober 28, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Despite the problem it turned out to be darling! blessings, marlene

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  8. JeanieOctober 28, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    Love your mini quilt! Sorry that you had so many issues leading up to this post, but glad you were able to show this to us. Also love your Ghastlie blog background!

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  9. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]October 28, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    Through everything, it still turned out lovely! Great job!

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  10. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioOctober 28, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    What a sweet little quilt. I like how you fussy cut the little trees.

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  11. Jane's QuiltingOctober 28, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Adorable... your man til is beautifully decorated. Looks like your ready for the trick or treaters.

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  12. DeAnna October 28, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    Love the quilt and the back of it too. You did an awesome job.

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  13. Needled MomOctober 28, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    It sounds like wicked weather too. Nice job on your quilt.

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  14. CalicojoanOctober 28, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Those were some wicked trips that were played on you. You were a trooper and have a ghastlie fun project though. Love your wall paper on your blog! Ghastlies are just the best!

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  15. Vicki HOctober 28, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Wickedly great quilt, it would be a great table topper too.

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  16. RhondaOctober 28, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Through all that, you managed to come out with a fantastic piece. And I agree with you about the back. Two thumbs up and a witchy hats off to you!!

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  17. Carol SwiftOctober 28, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    My goodness, such a wicked time you've had! In spite of it all, it turned out just beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

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  18. krislovesfabricOctober 28, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Love your ghastly bugs!!

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  19. KarenOctober 28, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Nicely done Chica!!!!

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  20. Jeanne GwinOctober 28, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    Well done, thank you for sharing.

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  21. Heleen GrootOctober 28, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    You were cursed! Has to be....for all that to happen! You managed to produce a perfect quilt all the same! Well done you. I am usually ashamed to show the back of my tops......yours looks pretty perfect! Thank you for sharing.

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  22. Quilt n QueenOctober 28, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    OMG, a wicked time you have had...but well worth it...you now have a Ghastlie quilt. Great job and thanks for sharing!! Happy Haunting, Pauline

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  23. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    Very well done.. Thanks for sharing

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  24. Judy BOctober 28, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    Lights or no lights, you did a Ghastlie job! Thank you for sharing.

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  25. tink's momOctober 28, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    I might like the back better than the front, great job both sides.

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  26. LydsfireOctober 28, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Ghastlies on the border of your blog= AWESOME! Despite all your bad luck the quilt turned out great.

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  27. Linda COctober 28, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    The Ghastlie fabric seems to be a popular choice this round and look how cute the snowballs turned out! I had the same response to my piece---too big for where I intended to hang it but I worked out a spot elsewhere. Like you, I had house guests a few days last week too, right when I needed to quilt. Unlike you, no un-sewing and the power stayed on. Looks like everything was conspiring against you but it is hard to hold a good quilter down, right?? THX for sharing today, Regena!

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  28. DeniseOctober 28, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    Looks great! Can't wait to see how you finish it.

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  29. MaraOctober 28, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    Sounds like you had a tough time, it's looking good!

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  30. LindaOctober 28, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    I'm so glad you showed us your great quilt despite all the problems getting to this point! It is beautiful!

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  31. Just Quilt ItOctober 28, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Some times, nothing seems to go right, and yet, your quilt came out really cute. Great job under all of that pressure!

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  32. TiffanyOctober 28, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Oh no to the power outage! Thanks for sharing your finish - hope that the winds are in your favor next time ;)

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  33. LeslieRahyeOctober 28, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    You quilt is beautiful! I love the mothy spider web fabric! I'm glad your endured...kudos to your helper! :D They're always the best aren't they!!?

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  34. Connie Kresin CampbellOctober 28, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    Your project looks great!

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  35. gpcOctober 28, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Great job! :)

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  36. MargaretOctober 28, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    I am glad you were able to participate. Love your project. Thanks for sharing

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  37. DebiOctober 28, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    Love your Ghastlie quilt--front and back! Also love the background on your blog--so ghastlie! Well shoot, you have had a ghastlie time of it. Sorry the wall hanging didn't fit the space but I am sure you will find the perfect spot. Adore your helper, she is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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  38. DebraKay NeimanOctober 28, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    at least the power didn't go out on Halloween...YET! crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  39. CreateologyOctober 28, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    With Wicked Determination you have completed a Ghastlie Wicked quilt. Thank you for persevering and participating. BOO-tiful project.

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  40. NadineOctober 28, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    Well done! That's what we quilters do--continue on in the face of setback after setback--and your quilt is lovely. Thanks for sharing Regena!

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  41. janOctober 28, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    I adore your Ghastlie quilt and I am so glad you perservered!
    Thank you for sharing.
    xo jan

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  42. AudreyOctober 28, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    Fabulous wallpaper. Your Ghastlies quilt has a real story. Imagine the fun remembering next year, though this year must have been very frustrating. Thanks for sharing. Happy Halloween.

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  43. SuzeOctober 29, 2013 at 2:26 AM

    You had a devil of a time getting your quilt done. Job well done! It's is amazing. I can't tell which is the front and which is the back. It's a dual quilt!! Sewing by candlelight is difficult and that extension cord just doesn't help. I am working on some hand piecing and candle light would not be good enough. I am thrilled to see your tenacity to get the project finished. Thanks for participating and being an inspiration - to the pleasant end.

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  44. leanneOctober 29, 2013 at 4:04 AM

    so annoying when you're trying to get things done and they don't go to plan ! at least you've got the top done so it will be finished soon - love your ghastly blog background ! thanks for sharing :)

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  45. Rebeckah AustinOctober 29, 2013 at 5:13 AM

    Our cat's just love to "help"!

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  46. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleOctober 29, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I love how the back is as nice as the front. Thanks for sharing despite the obstacles.

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  47. UnknownOctober 29, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    So sorry you had so bumps in your road! Your project looks great, though, and your helper looks so cozy right in the middle of things...just where my cats like to be!

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  48. Sunshine GirlOctober 29, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Sounds like you had a ghastly time getting your ghastlies sorted! Looks fabulous though so I bet you are pleased now and it was worth all the hassle! Thanks for sharing.

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  49. LeahOctober 29, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Love what you have done so far with the Ghastlies! Thanks for sharing.

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  50. Quilting TangentOctober 29, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Happy Halloween! 24Tangent@gmail.com

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  51. Kelly @ My Quilt InfatuationOctober 29, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    love the ghastlies!!

    :) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation

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  52. Mrs.PicklesOctober 29, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    lovely work thanks for sharing!

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  53. ShannonOctober 29, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    So cute!! It is amazing how sometimes things just go SO wrong when your trying so hard. You did a great job!!

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  54. MicheleOctober 30, 2013 at 2:19 AM

    Well since I love the Ghastlies of course I would have to love your quilt, but I'd certainly not love the rough time you've had lately. I hope you get it finished soon.

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  55. RobinOctober 30, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Well, after all that hullabaloo, it turned out awesome! Great job!

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  56. LJOctober 30, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Sometimes life brings us lemons or is that pumpkins? Your quilt turned out so well, in spite of all your troubles. Wow, I wish my backs looked so good!

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  57. ThearicaOctober 30, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Well you won... cause you didnt quit. :)

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