London 2013

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Last year I made the London 2012 quilt in the header of my blog, above.  I loved making the quilt and I blended the Olympics with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.  That quilt is a "one of" and I never intended to make another one or draw up a pattern for it.  
But, I've changed my mind.  With the Royal Baby coming any time now, and so many lovely compliments and questions about a pattern for my London 2012 quilt, I decided to make a new London 2013 quilt.
This new quilt will have some changes.  I'll incorporate things I've learned to do better, and different blocks to make the quilt all my own.  I'm redoing the London Eye.  Here is my work in progress, above.
I've had so much fun making flags and I've changed up my Union Jack to make it just a little simpler to make.
The latest London fabrics out there also pulled me back into this project.  There is just so much inspiration for me.
It was exactly year ago I was making London 2012 and as soon as it was done I missed making it. So it is really fun to change it up and make it just a bit different.

I wonder when that baby will be born???

-nanette
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Stitchy Mc Floss said...

I am not a quilter, but your creative talents inspire me each and every time I read your blog. You are amazing.

I am so looking forward to the 2013 London quilt. I loved the 2012, the process, the fabrics, the designs. You are so inspiring.

Blessings always

Anonymous said...

Yay!!! I'm so happy you're making a pattern - I want to be the first to buy it - can't hardly wait! On baby watch here!

Thimbleanna said...

Oh how exciting Nanette! That London Eye is going to be fantastic -- you're brilliant to use the striped fabric that way! I've been collecting UK fabrics for awhile now -- a union jack quilt is definitely on my list. Can't wait to see your new quilt -- I LOVE the original!!!

Nedra said...

I am so glad you are making a pattern for this Nanette! I will buy one for sure!

•stephanie• said...

the london eye was one of my favorite blocks in your original quilt. this one is going to be fabulous, too. and those union jacks are amazing. so . . . the baby? are you thinking boy or girl? i hope it's a girl that looks like kate. she would be beautiful!!!

Browndirtcottage said...

W-a-y too cool!! Those new London fabrics are FAB!

Anxious to see the new quilt, the other one is one of my favorites you have done!!

Lynn said...

I loved the first London quilt, so I will be looking forward to seeing this one come along. Perfect way to commemorate the birth of the new baby!

Kelli Fannin Quilts said...

Oh I'm soo glad you're making another.. I loved watching the 2012 one come together, and this will be no different I'm sure!! Can't wait to watch it progress.. I love the colors and prints, and wish Kate would have that baby already too! :)

Gigi's Thimble said...

Oh, exciting! Can't wait to see it!

Amber

pratima said...

That's Exciting, Nanette! Your creativity with fabrics and designing the blocks for this quilt is truly spectacular! Looking forward to your new variation :)

Elaine/Muddling Through said...

Well, good for you, Nanette! You can't go wrong when you follow your heart. I'll be looking forward to updates on your progress.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Can't wait to see more Nanette!

amy smart said...

I love that you're making another one! Seriously, I need to make one of these one day.

Why am I so excited for the royal baby? I don't know, but I check first thing every morning to see if there's been an arrival. :) Glad I'm not alone.

Cardygirl said...

Looks fabulous!

Anonymous said...

Maybe this week-end!

PamKittyMorning said...

I have not been visiting blogs lately, don't know why and now I see I am so far behind with you. Love that you're making another quilt, I really thought yours was GENIUS. Well I think you're pretty geniusy anyway.