Finally the Happy Camper quilt is finished!Uh, I think I started this one back in October.
This one is not for me again.Another one for American Quilting – the shop where I work.
Now I need to finish cutting kits.
Then I’m going to get caught up on some of my own projects!
The back. A little random.
But those truly look like Happy Campers, don’t they?Don’t you just love American Jane?
I think this is the 7th American Jane quilt I’ve made.
So, yes. I’m a little obsessed.
I hope she makes more vintage kids stuff again!
But until then, I’ve got a bit of a stash of her stuff to keep me going for a while.
Kits will hopefully be available from American Quilting next week.(If I can get my rear in gear and finish the pattern. Rarr.)
Speaking of American Quilting, did you know they are hosting a retreat in the middle of February? There are details here. If you can’t come to the whole retreat, there is space to sign-up for the individual classes. There are some seriously talented teachers this year! I’m going to take wonderful Nanette’s Kettles class! I wish you could all come with me.
And, I’m going to learn how to make these purses.
Awesome.
Jackie
Yes, I love America Jane!! Beautiful quilt! So wish I lived closer so that I could attend the retreat.
trish
Such a sweet quilt.<br />Oh and those purses – too cute!<br />:o) Trish
amylouwho
cute quilt! After you learn how to make those purses, will you teach me?
Sew Create It - Jane
Gorgeous quilt…love the little purses too..I'd love to learn how to make those…but I wouldn't have a clue where to start! :o)
Katy
well, I have an American Jane quilt that is still sat waiting for me to finish piecing it…since mid last year? Yikes. Love happy campers, I haven't managed to cut into mine yet. Too precious ;)<br /><br />Wish I could come to the retreat. Sounds like a heap of fun!!!
Leslie
those little purses are beautiful. and your happy camper quilt is so pretty. i love it. you are so lucky to work in a quilt shop
Diane
oh the little clutch purses look like something wonderful to learn to make!Happy Camper quilt is really sweet-I love how you pieced the backing too.
Wendy
Oh, what an awesome quilt. It's just beautiful.
Laurie Anne
Oh Amy! I just love this quilt! and those little purses are divine! you must show us how! xox
Nedra
The pictures of the retreat are killing me! How I wish I could come! I would want to take both of those classes too, and I would add in Lori's applique cake.
Nedra
Oh, by the way, you need to delete the comment above mine. Looks like you've been spam attacked.
The Quilt Buddy
I also love American Jane! I think that my favorite line was WEE-Play. Great job with the quilt!<br /><br />BTW-Lcky you to get to take Nanette's class! I love her!
Stacy (S.E.W.Butterfly)
Love the quilt! Have fun making those cute purses!
live a colorful life
That quilt is so cute. Yes, I have a stash of American Jane fabric (and a few patterns) myself. The vintage colors are just perfect. And quilt retreats are the best!
Lisa @ Life with 4!
Oh my gravy!!! That quilt is great!<br />I'd love to get my hands on some of that fabric….. hmmmm…. it would be good for… curtains for the camp trailer, a picnic quilt, a fun bag, cute skirts for the girls……. <br />I guess I better keep my eyes open for it.<br />Wonderful job as usual, Amy!
felicity.quilts
Great quilt! I'm so glad I am not alone in having projects that hang around for a "while!"<br /><br />I'm green with envy here that you're taking a class with Nanette. Wish I could come to the retreat!
felicity.quilts
Great quilt! I'm so glad I am not alone in having projects that hang around for a "while!"<br /><br />I'm green with envy here that you're taking a class with Nanette. Wish I could come to the retreat!
Allison
Wow I'm glad I'm not the only American Jane obsessed quilter here in blog land. 🙂 I can't get enough of it and I love your quilt! -Allison
Blue Is Bleu
Beautiful job Amy! I made a family friend's granddaughter a quilt from Happy Campers and her parents loved it.
Heckety
Those vintage style purses are lovely. And your quilt is very pretty, love the fabric.
Patty
Lucky you getting to make those purses. You quilt came out very cute too. :^)
6p00e54f8cec778834
OMGOSH!!! I'm on overload! You have so many quilts that just SPEAK to me! I just need more time…money…and time! I don't know how I found your blog but I'm sure glad I did – it's great – thanks for all the inspiration! xo, Nan
Sherri
Love your quilt! I e-mailed Amy…and hopefully will be able to come next year…if I find out the dates early enough I think I can arrange it…meanwhile, I'm hoping there's a leftover kit for Lori's project…I e-mailed about that too!
Sarah Jane
That camper quilt reminds me of the one I made for Lane for his mission, you know, the fishing one. I wonder if he still has that… probably not but that was the first and technically, only, quilt I ever made so I hope it's not destroyed.
Rae Ann
Hey Amy…can't wait for the retreat. I am getting so excited!<br />I love your darling camper quilt. The purses are so fabulous…I sure do want to learn to make them.
Diane
The quilt is darling! I was at a loss as to what to do with those pannels.
Nanette Merrill and daughters
I have a layer cake and a yard from that line. I NEED TO USE IT! Sweet quilt Amy. Thanks for the plug. I hope people sign up. I need to go over and sign up for the purse class and get some fabric tomorrow. I keep saying that but it is real now.
luvinthemommyhood
Looks fab! I love it!
Terresa
Tell us more about learning to make those fabulous little purses. maybe a step by step tutorial (plz???).
~The Bargain Babe
Apparently I am about a year late in commenting here but this deserves a comment. I LOVE THIS QUILT! And it is one that you should of course take camping with you, use for sitting out by bonfires and hayrides, etc. 🙂
M.Usman
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Muhammad Zahid Iqbal
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