Sunday, March 13, 2011

Book Release Celebration!
Introducing Chapter 12: Deborah and Twelve

I'm closing down this party! Yes, I'm introducing the last chapter from our book Twelve by Twelve: The International Art Quilt Challenge. Thank you so much for reading our twelve posts and celebrating with us! We have enjoyed your insightful comments so much. You'll have until midnight PDT on Thursday, March 17 to comment on any of the Book Release Celebration posts for a chance to win a copy of our book. The book drawing is closed.  Stay tuned for the winner details.
Twelve by Twelve Theme Series by Deborah Boschert

When Terry announced "twelve" as the last theme in our original series, I originally struggled with the idea. Actually, throughout the project, I found myself wrestling with how closely I should adhere to each theme. I didn't want to make quilts that were too obvious, nor did I want to make quilts that appeared to have no relation to the theme. I think I found a good balance with Seven Houses, Five Trees. I wrote more about this struggle and the process of creating the quilt in my chapter in the book.
Seven House, Five Trees by Deborah Boschert

So, for the last day of celebration posts, please tell us: How do you celebrate when you've completed a project?
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40 comments:

  1. dutchcomfortMarch 13, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    It depends on the quilt, but when I’m really happy and satisfied with the result, I celebrate with dreaming of making another more beautiful quilt and with eating some chocolate!

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  2. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    I love all the previews you have shown - what a fantasitc challenge and book - congrats. I would lvoe a copy of the book

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  3. Vicki MillerMarch 13, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    It takes such a long time from inception to completion, with work that is worth having and I celebrate by showing it to my friends. After that, it will live on the large wall above my desk for a while so I can look at it and reflect on the process

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  4. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Hey there thank you for all the insights into the book. When I finish my quilt basically that is when I show it but personnaly right after I finish it lays on a area of my house that is big enough for it whether it is the Dinging room table of the back of a chair, where I can see it in all of its glory for 1 day before I take it anywhere. To me that is my personal viewing and soaking up on the fun and work I put into it. Then I can show it or give it away whatever the occasion is.

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  5. lag123March 13, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    I immediately get started on another project. I can't wait!


    lag110 at mchsi dot com

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  6. JBMarch 13, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    I don't have an actual celebration, but have an immense feeling of pleasure and accomplishment when a creation is finally completed.

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  7. RuthMarch 13, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Usually I feel a sense of let-down rather than celebration. And that seems to grow with each one. Not that I am unhappy with the results, as I am still at the stage where I can see that each quilt was a step up from the one before, but I ask myself why I keep doing this. Why create quilts that join a pile of finished works that I don't have enough wall space to display and yet don't feel ready to start selling - as I am at a loss as to how to start doing that.

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  8. LeanneMarch 13, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    When I finish a quilt project, I try to celebrate by placing the finish in my memory - maybe by giving it to someone special or photographing it or putting it in its new place. Something to remember the finish long into the future. That and chocolate is always a good addition! I would love a copy of your book, it is beyond amazing!

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  9. MelissaMarch 13, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I usually sing a fanfare (ta dah!) and show my husband. I also will do this if I finish a block or something else that I'm proud of.

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  10. Cate RoseMarch 13, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I photograph it, blog about it, then move on to the next one!

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  11. JanetMarch 13, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I photograph the quilt and show it off and if I am not working on another already begin the process of deciding what will be next.

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  12. Betsy5963March 13, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    I take it to my art quilt group to show them and I smile a lot -- a whole lot!

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  13. GillMarch 13, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Start another!!

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  14. DottiMarch 13, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    I photograph it, post it on my blog, share it at guild meetings and begin to look forward to the next project!

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  15. JeannieMarch 13, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Clean up the workshop! LOL! If I don't clean up right away, then it sits and the mess multiplies like dust bunnies. Then, a trip to Starbucks!

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  16. CarolynPhiMarch 13, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Deborah and all the Twelves:

    I have so enjoyed traveling along on with you on this little Book Release Celebration journey!!!

    I finished reading the last chapter of your book at 1:42 a.m. this morning and want to share with you how much I enjoyed it!

    My understanding of the birthing of an "art quilt" is so much deeper now, and I think the most important lesson I've learned is that we need to give ourselves permission to express ourselves fully without fear of criticism.

    There is a feeling of deep satisfaction and joy, as well as a release of tension, at the completion of an art quilt. We put so much of ourselves into these little creations; it's a catharsis of sorts to leave it behind.

    Posting the completed quilt on our blog, The Baker's Dozen, is the celebration!

    Carolyn in SoCal

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  17. CreateologyMarch 13, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I celebrate by either giving it as the gift it was intended to be or by posting it on my blog or by beginning the very next project. Your 12x12 is very interesting and I love your interpretation of 12. Thank you everyone for sharing your stories and for this opportunity to win a copy of your new book. Happy Spring and Birds Who Sing...

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  18. CarlaMarch 13, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Pump my fist and say, "I did it."

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  19. AnonymousMarch 13, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    By finding it very hard to let go of my project that I have put hours of thought, love and care into making!! Then its on to the next one.

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  20. Barbara Strobel LardonMarch 13, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Of course I celebrate! I photograph the quilt, have my DH come in and view it and then we toast the project with a glass of wine and a nice dinner!

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  21. AnonymousMarch 13, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Never thought about a celebration. Depending on the quilt it goes to its new owner, waits to be gifted or goes into my closet of completed projects waiting to find its new owner,
    and then on to another one
    Marsha in Va Beach

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  22. BeverlyMarch 13, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Hang it on my design wall, photograph it, and maybe stand back a minute and enjoy the feeling of completion. I like Barbara's idea of toasting it with a glass of wine!!

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  23. SunnyTechGirlMarch 13, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I'm another one that likes to clean everyhing up and leave my sewing room spotless and organized. Then I sit back and admire my project in all its glory.

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  24. wlstarnMarch 13, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Chocolate! Of course, there are a lot of things I celebrate with a little chocolate. :-)

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  25. MargheritaMarch 13, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Great work all of you. Celebrate by, enjoying item hanging on the wall and gathering material ready for next project. It's all so exciting

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  26. Patty AshworthMarch 14, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    You go girls! I check back once in a while to see what you-all have made. It's great!

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  27. MarveLes Art StudiosMarch 14, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I put it on my blog! I put it on the wall, and look at it, contemplate what I learned, why I did what I did, what I missed, and what I might do different~if anything. I love how many pieces I do are stepping stones to greater skills, as well as a celebration of being free to create in any way!

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  28. Vivien ZepfMarch 14, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Celebration depends on how "successful" I feel the finished piece is, but eating ice cream and cookies covers the whole spectrum of emotions -- from disappointment to glee!

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  29. Exuberantcolor/Wanda S HansonMarch 14, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    If it is a small piece it gets pinned to the design wall opposite my sewing machine so I look up and admire it a lot.

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  30. Edna OcketMarch 14, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    presenting the finished piece and a homemade cake at the next bee!

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  31. Lisa Flowers RossMarch 14, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Clean up the scraps and start on another one that has been waiting for the chance to get started.

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  32. RenateMarch 14, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    I grab a wine glass, some red wine, sit in my easy chair and say "One down, so many more to go, Yay!!" Then depending on the size of the piece, either sleep under the quilt, or drape it over my couch until I either take it to Guild to show and then donate, or give to a friend or relative for them to enjoy.

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  33. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    I celebrate my completed project by picking up another and trying to get it near completion. I have so many seeds for the future (formerly known as UFOs), it is motivating to move forward as each is completed.

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  34. What Comes Next?March 15, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    The creating has no doubt given me dozens of new ideas so I'm off to get started on the next. (Unfortunately, more often than not I get started on the next great idea before the first is finished!)

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  35. magsramsayMarch 16, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Take photos , hang over the banister, move onto the next project.It's the process of problem solving and making I enjoy most.

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  36. jennispatchMarch 16, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    As I have so many ideas for my next project I delve into my stash and just fondle and rearrange my fabrics and decide if I need to purchase anything to compliment what I have. This is my treat for completing a project.

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  37. oregonjudyMarch 16, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I usually hang my quilt on my design wall so I can walk by and catch glimpses of it...then start the next project that's been waiting.

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  38. BethMarch 16, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    I take pictures and share them. I love the positive feedback and the feeling that we're knit together in creativity.

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  39. Linda’s TextilesMarch 17, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Take photos & post on my blog, maybe find a place to hang it or leave it where i can see it for a while.

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  40. Helen from HobartMarch 17, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Take a photo
    Show to my friends here in Hobart
    Show to my friends elsewhere on the internet

    Pat myself on the back that I have actually finished it with edging, label and sleeve - cos I do have a little pile without those finishing touches !

    Start frenzied work on the next.

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