The traditional Coxcomb patterns date back to the 1860’s. I was able to locate online one made in 1853 by Elizabeth E. Stark of Kansas. You will notice that Mrs. Stark’s quilt is made in the red/green, not uncommon from that period in history.
I used fabrics from Henry Glass‘ Love-Joy-Peace-Noel collection to make a playful Christmas version of this traditional pattern. Navy is introduced into the traditional red/green mix. The quilt is featured in The Quilter‘s December 2011/Jauary 2012 issue.
Some dense quilting (feathers, McTavishing) is thrown into the mix too! Quilting is done unmarked and free-handed, using Aurifil Mako 50 Cotton threads over Hobbs Tuscany Silk Batt.
This is how the back looks. The editorial staff at THE QUILTER kindly included a full shot of the quilt back in the magazine spread.
Applique was done using the machine fusible method. I used Steam-A-Seam2 by Warm Company.
Buttons and a yoyo contributed to the playful elements of this quilt:
I was very happy at how this quilt turned out. It is one of my all-time favorites. You will understand why I will be using it only for display and not at the table, won’t you? :) Thanks so much for stopping by. Christmas cheer to all of you!
WOW – GREAT job of quilting! What kind of machine do you use?
Oh, good… it finally worked this time! Hi Wendy!
As for the quilt? Sigh…
Another beauty! The quilting is superb, as always.
And I also noticed in the magazine article “that Wendy has never entered a quilt show.” Really? You should!!!
Christmas Blessings to you…
OMG! I have to have this pattern, I so love it! Oppps, I’m drooling all over the place! Soooo darn cute using the buttons!
OHH…it´s great………..the colours the quilting it´s all so great.Thanks for sharing it with us.It certainly can´t be used in any way…….it seems to MEway too PRECIOUS.
GREAT JOB DONE.
Quiltyhugs from Spain
It’s just gorgeous. I saw this in the magazine and it’s beautiful. Your quilting just makes a person’s heart sing!
I love these fabrics too and I would only use it for display myself:)
Blessings,
Sue
Fantastic quilt!
Another gorgeous quilt, happy you will use it for display only.
Love it. Bunny
I have to say I like your version much better. :-)
Your quilting is fantastic
I really love what you have done to this piece….and especially to the quilting and the stunning back portion of the quilt…I wish I have that talent and patience to do something like that….
Your quilt is amazing! I love the fabrics and the hand quilting is exceptional! The buttons are a great embellishment and your buttonhole stitch is perfection!
Thanks so much for sharing this quilt!
It is beautiful, Wendy.
Front and back it’s just amazing!!
Oh my gosh is that cute! I love the buttons ! You made it beautiful and playful.
Then we can discuss the back. How in the world do you do such beautiful free
hand work. It is gorgeous! I truly love it!
Beautiful quilt. The buttons look great.
Wendy – FAN_TAS_TIC !!! What wonderful quilting – and what a fantastic quilt.
Gob-smacked as always :)
Such a treasure! Thanks for sharing this with us….I know I’m not the only one that is sitting, gazing at this in awe!
Fabulous! Yes, I would not put it on the table either! I like the berry buttons too. Have a happy weekend!
Not only a beautiful quilt, but spectacular quilting!
I am humbled! This is gorgeous. Love the use of buttons for the berries.
LOVE the buttons…and the quilting, of course! I just can’t imagine quilting like that unmarked and free-handed. I’m amazed!
I do love this quilt. So much beautiful work. Stunning as always!
Beautiful , what fun with the buttons added, you look like you had fun with those beautiful feathers.
Simply incredible!
Utterly gorgeous Wendy !!!! Love your use of buttons and I would dearly love to learn how to fill borders with feathers like that……… Excellent work.
oooooohhhhh, so pretty!!! just amazing, as always! love how the buttons work!
You deserve to be happy with your work! Amazing as always :) Happy crafting, Jenny
Amazing! Love all the details you have added.
So beautiful. The quilting is as always inspiring! I think those buttons were a stroke of genius to update this block! One of those things that surprises me when I see it, love how much it makes sense & then wish I was creative like that! Well done.
What a gorgeous work of art. Truly, I just want to sit and stare at it. If I was in the same room with this quilt, I would run my hands over each and every stitch line…and then I’d hang it for display. It’s too pretty to use! :) Beautiful…stunningly beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. Happy Saturday, sweet friend! :)
Stunning, stunning, stunning. Just when I think I’ve got the idea of feathers, I look at your work, and am in awe.
The quilt is just “beautiful!” You did a fantastic job…where do you find the time to do all that you do?? Awesome!
words can’t describe this quilt. I don’t know how you get sooo much done….
and your quilt and quilting is just to die for……
One word…. Breathtaking!
I found your blog from SewCalGal as she is hosting the 2012 FMQ Challenge and you were listed as one of the wonderful FMQ Experts! I am signed up and so ready for January 2012 to arrive. I can’t wait too see what you have up your sleeve. Thank you for all you do. Kim
I love the buttons and yo-yos on this beautiful heritage quilt. Another fantastic example of quilting with feathers.
Oh, so pretty. :) I love the buttons and the yo-yo center
I loved the introduction of other items, gives it more dimension. I’m with you it definitely wouldn’t sit on my table.
It is beautiful. I love that block and actually did a small wall hanging using that block. You can see it on my header, done in pinks and greens.
Beautiful feathers.Love the quilt and all you do.
A stunning quilt! You have added so many little details that have really enhanced the look of this quilt. So nice that they included a picture of the back. Wow!
Catching up on your posts… eye-popping quilting is what I’m seeing here. Awesome. Simply awesome is all I can say. If it’s possible for you to improve, you are! This is amazing.
It’s lovely to know you had a good Thanksgiving and that picture of Miss Baby and her cousin is precious. Now don’t stress out about gift-making and giving, sewing/smocking new clothes, and such. Instead, as I know you will do, take in the beauty of this blessed season and enjoy.
Love this quilt. Especially the buttons.
I love how you took the block and made your own design. Maybe if I would quit looking at blogs and design quilts, I could make my own designs instead of everyone elses. lol
There are just too many beautiful quilts out there that I want to make.
hi Wendy, just opened my emails of the last 3 days and and saw your AWSOME creation, soooo beautiful, you are an inspiration to us all, warm regards, Petronella
Another wonderful Quilt! I love the all and wish I could patch and quilt like you. You are very talented. Thank good for this gift!
Greeting Guilitta
This is one of my favorites! And what do you mean, you’ve never entered a quilt show?! Is that a typo? Why, oh why, not?
Wonderful quilting wortk Wendy! I love your traditional patchwork pattern, but my favourite is the backside. :o)
Wow, that’s one stunning quilt Wendy! I love verything about it and one of my favourite blocks too. The feathers look incredible!
Beautiful! Just found your blog. Definitely signed up for the email subscription. Don’t want to miss a thing! Thanks for sharing!
Un trabajo maravilloso!!!! Me gusta todo, el colorido, el acolchado….
Gracias por tu visita….es un honor para mi que hayas pasado por mi blog…aprovecho para felicitarte la fiestas Feliz Navidad!!!!
Hi Wendy, I hope all is well with you and family. ;-) It has been a long time since you last posted. I love your quilt. I love all of your beautiful quilting. ;-) Happy Holidays and a happy and healthy 2012. with bee-hugs, Debby