Wednesday, January 4, 2012

VALENTINES TOPPER


I have been having a blast making these round toppers for my kitchen table.



Made with the Sweet Divinity Sweet Fabrics, Lady Bird leaves (cranberries), and Cottage Romance Red from Inchworm Fabrics.

Nothing goes to waste!!!!!

Here is what you can make with the left over hearts (the middle of the hearts from above).
This is just a top. I wish I had more of the blue fabric. This picture does not do it justice. I will post when I finish this top. This top measure about 42" x 42".



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The next one is the experimental one, I guess you could say draft. My husband when he saw it didn't like it....I was kinda hurt but the following day he came in and saw the above one with the blue back ground and loved it. I just think the white is just tooo white.




Now for the fun part, Be one of the first five people to comment and I will send you this pattern free.. You will be able to find this pattern at Inchworm Fabrics. Jeanette is also offering kits as well.

Some of you have asked if I used my Accuquilt Go cutter for this, this heart is a page long, there is no Accuquilt Go heart big enough for this project.



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70 comments:

  1. SonjaJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    That pattern is so lovely! Would be so nice on my kitchen table, too!

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  2. FionaJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    so pretty Barb.. do you use a special cutter?

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    i LIKE the white one...but have to agree the blue one is even better! They're gorgeous.

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  4. Marina LouwJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    The round toppers are beautiful!

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  5. Gene BlackJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    I like it but I don't want to keep someone else from getting the pattern. So count me out of the five.

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  6. KarenJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    I think this is just adorable!... I have a glass-topped table in our dinette, and something like this would break the 'coldness' of the glass and the metal... you have inspired me!... have a great day!

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  7. Betty January 4, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    They are so beautiful. I just adore the first one. I am getting so many wonderful ideas from you. My to make list is getting longer, HA! HA!

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  8. kathyJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Very cute! Could be the center of a quilt too!

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  9. KatieJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Very cute! I love how you used the leftovers for another project. (I just throw them in a box or bag and hand them over to my mom - "hostess gifts" when she has me over to sew!)

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  10. kathyJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Very cute! Could be the center of a quilt too!

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  11. SparkyJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    BARB I love this...want to show for March...it would be perfect you know...the first one is my ultimate fav..great colors..how big is your circle...know your heart is big lol

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  12. SparkyJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:37 AM

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  13. UnknownJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    These are equally romantic and practical. Thank you for sharing, Barb!

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  14. luv2quilt2January 4, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    This is a beautiful little topper. I love the blue background, and I like it in white as well.

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  15. SandyJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    Love your pattern and the fact that nothing goes to waste. Happy New Year.

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  16. AleishaJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    Love the table toppers, both of them. :) Making one for my dining room table is on my To-Do list this year. Yours look great!

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  17. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    Ok I'm excited that I'm first...I scrolled through looking for info about the pattern and there you are! I love it and sure need a Valentine table topper. :) blessings, marlene

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Hope I made the first five! This is soooo cute, Barb. I was just thinking if I start on Valentine's NOW, I just may get it finished by February!

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  19. Agnes B. BullockJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    LOVE THIS!!!!!! What a wonderful idea for the kitchen- want to make it for my dining room.sewing table!

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  20. BetsyJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    It looks great Barb. I love the way you used the leftovers to make another topper.

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  21. quiptowngirlJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    I think that is beautiful. I love when patterns seem to intertwine. How generous of you to share the pattern.
    Cindy

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  22. YvetteJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    You are the best heart cutter. I can't believe how perfect they are. This is very, very cute!

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  23. yorkie momJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Love the table toppers! The blue is adorable.

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  24. DebiJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    I love your patterns Barb, and this is such a unique and very pretty table topper.

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  25. DeannaJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    The blue really works well and somehow makes the hearts show up more clearly. Funny how colors work sometimes.

    Great new idea.

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  26. Teresa in Music CityJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Dang - I can't believe I got here too late!!! Story of my life! LOVE your hearts and that topper is too adorable. Loved your trees too & can't wait to see what you come up with next!

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  27. Tangos TreasuresJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    WOW!! Pretty!!

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  28. SusanJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Good grief...I'm still trying to recover from Christmas and here you are all ready for Valentine's Day! I wish I could be as organized!

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  29. Robin (RsIslandCrafts)January 4, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Beautiful and different...I love it!

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  30. Denise :)January 4, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Barb, this is absolutely darling!!! :)

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  31. GillJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    I love this pattern!
    I'm definitely not one of the first to comment though!!

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  32. suemacJanuary 4, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    I agree that the blue is better. Not such a stark contrast.

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  33. Needled MomJanuary 4, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    Those are so pretty, Barb. I DO like that blue!

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  34. ElizabethJanuary 4, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    So, so cute! Love both of them!

    xo -E

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  35. Wacky WomanJanuary 4, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    THAT my friend is brilliant.

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  36. CyndiJanuary 4, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    BARB!!! I love that! Oh my gosh, girl, you are amazing! Those fabrics are just soooo perfect. I think the one with the white background is pretty, too. Your hubby must be a lot like mine...always has an opinion on what I'm sewing, and it's not always favorable! :o( Can't wait to see the other topper when it's finished!

    XOXO,

    Cyndi

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  37. onlymehereJanuary 4, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    Here I am 31 comments later, lol! I just wanted to say that I like what you're doing with your Go! You're certainly getting your money's worth out of it.

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  38. swoozeJanuary 4, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    You are so creative!

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    Barb,this is just darling!
    Love the design+your fabric choices!

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  40. JustCindyJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    Love the topper and the quilt top!

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  41. cathy sJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    I would love this pattern by the looks Im not in the top but please let us all have the pattern thank you

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  42. West Michigan QuilterJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Love your tabletopper. did you use Accuquilt to cut the hearts?

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  43. RachelJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Well, I am not ne of the first five, but I don't have a Go! anyway ;) This is such a cute pattern, Barb. I love the white background (crazy husband). I can't believe you're onto Valentine's Day...I'm not over Christmas yet haha.

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  44. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsJanuary 4, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    I LOVE this!! Your talent never ceases to amaze me!

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  45. RhondaJanuary 4, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Great design. As always, you are so talented!!!

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  46. GardenOfDaisiesJanuary 4, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    What a lovely heart design!!

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  47. quiltmom annaJanuary 4, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    You have been one busy lady and I love the heart pattern- like so many of your other commenters. Happy New Year to you and your family.
    Warmest regards,
    Anna

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  48. imquilternityJanuary 4, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    I really, really love your Valentine table toppers, especially that first one! Wow, they are really wonderful. So simple and that's what I like about them. Thanks so much for sharing this great pattern.

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  49. SheilaJanuary 4, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    I love it Barb , great hearts and a great topper ! I think the white one will look fine once you have a brighter binding sewn on.

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  50. The Patch CraftJanuary 4, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    gee you have to be quick to be the first 5. love the table topper

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  51. Vicki ♥January 4, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    Wow Barb these are all just so lovely. I love them all and they make great table toppers :) Clever you!! Havent been on blogland for a while and so missed out but still enjoyed looking at what you have been up to. Hugs
    Vicki x

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  52. ShirleyCJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    I'm interested to know how you pieced that? It is beautiful!

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  53. Mrs.PicklesJanuary 4, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    great table runners!!

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  54. hettyJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:11 PM

    Beautiful Barb! I love it!

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  55. Just Ramblin'January 4, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    Love the heart design. Nola

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  56. MysticaJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    How are on earth did you cut out the shapes???? So intricate and so pretty and mind boggling that you are thinking of the next festival.

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  57. Jackie's StitchesJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    Very cute Barb! I love the way you've quilted the top one. Even though I like the white background, the blue is still very fresh, modern and adorable!

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  58. WendyJanuary 5, 2012 at 1:05 AM

    Awwwe! Hate I missed being one of the five, but wanted to say this is just beautiful!

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  59. QuiltNut CreationsJanuary 5, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    These are fabulous Barb! I love the quilting on the round one.

    Thanx for the chance.

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  60. Geta GramaJanuary 5, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    Oh, this is such a beautiful design, Barb!

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  61. MiriJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    I love this round heart topper in both background fabrics! I never put toppers on my tables because, well, my family are not neat but I think I could use a round topper that would sit in the middle of the table. Terrific!

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  62. QuiltSueJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:24 AM

    Absolutely stunning. It makes me wish I could do applique so I could make one.

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  63. MisteaJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:32 AM

    Nice to see some round table toppers - love the hearts and the Christmas trees - I made some basic ones for my round table a couple of years ago.
    Round is very good.

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  64. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    I'm not a real big hearts fan, but this design is lovely! Well done :)

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  65. CorrieJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    Darling. I love it on the blue.

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  66. SewCalGalJanuary 6, 2012 at 1:14 AM

    Your table toppers are beautiful and your quilting really "tops" it off. Love it.

    Great job Barb!

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  67. BeeshebagsJanuary 6, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    I love it Barb....have just purchased the kit (once I've finished ooh'ing and aaah'ing and checked out that is!) from the shop. Hugs Naomi

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  68. AnnieJanuary 8, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    Wow Barb, is that heart table mat a fun design or what! I like both the white and blue background. I found that I really couldn't choose...unless I absolutely had to, then I'd go for the white.

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  69. Carrie P.January 8, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    I love this table topper. Sweet!

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  70. NurseBrandyJanuary 8, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    Love those table toppers!!! Your work looks fantastic!
    :)

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