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The Zelda Quilt-Along

11 years ago

We launched Zelda: The Quilt-Along on my blog yesterday. I invite anyone with an interest in Zelda to join the QAL. This is my first attempt at hosting something like this. I wouldn't have been able to do it without the help of my DD. She is a web developer and graphic designer and did all the techie stuff. She also designed the blocks and quilt. I added the quilting information.

She designed and I made a Zelda quilt for her DH in 2012. This quilt is similar but not the same. She designed some new blocks for this quilt.

If you decide to join the QAL, I would love to get your input on the quilt. Zelda: The Quilt-Along


Comments (20)

  • 11 years ago

    I'll have to get some black and green fabric, but I think I have enough of the other colors. I don't work well with black, but will see what happens. :-) Thanks for the opportunity, Linda.

  • 11 years ago
    Really cute!! I haven't been quilting much lately but I'll watch what everyone else does. I'm with you Sharon, black is getting harder for me too. I love to see it in quilts!
  • 11 years ago

    The second block was posted today. We are doing the Fairy block this week.Block 2 "The Fairy"


  • 11 years ago

    Thanks, Linda! I already have the squares cut for this one, except the black. Still need to buy black and green. I had an order all set to hit submit the other day and got screwed up when it wouldn't let me log in. I hate getting it at the local quilt shop as they're pricey.

  • 11 years ago

    Finally ordered some black and green Kona from Missouri Star Quilt Co. I don't remember ordering from them before, but they had a good price on their Kona at $5.95 and shipping was only $5. I have acquired what they call Quilter's Cash but don't know what that is or how to use it. After I receive the fabric and get it washed, I'll be able to complete the rest of these two blocks. WooooHoooooo

  • 11 years ago

    I have ordered from Missouri Star and had good results. Sometimes the delivery is slow but the products are excellent. I think the Quilter's Cash can be used as cash off on your next order.
    I am setting up a Flicker group to show pictures of the blocks as we go along. I can't wait to see what others have made.


  • 11 years ago

    Oh my goodness. My 12 year old daughter is over the moon for this. Will be following even though we can't do it right now.

  • 11 years ago

    Happy to have you join us, mamabearjd.

    Re the Daily Deals at Missouri Star: I wouldn't mind getting some of those deals, but sure do hate to order on a daily basis. Is there a way to save the items at the daily deal price and order everything at once....like monthly?

  • 11 years ago

    Welcome to the QAL mamabearjd! The quilt will be on my website for at least a year, probably much longer. I hope you will join at any time.
    Sharon, so happy that you are making the quilt. I don't think you can save the items at the daily deal price. They are only that price for one day. I know that I don't order as often as I would like because I don't want to pay the shipping. I usually order other items with the daily deal to take advantage of the shipping.


  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    No you cannot save the daily deals --- that makes me stop and think -- do I really want it??? sometimes yes, lots of time no......and sometimes it is sold out before I decide, but I have made some really fantastic quilts from the layer cakes or jelly rolls I've taken advantage of the deals. I always need Kona , or my real love -- Andover Dimples. Start a wish list, so when the daily deal you want is that day---you've got something else to add to help defray the $5.00 shipping. That's what the Quilter's cash is for! They are reliable, and I've been happier with their service then any other company.

    Linda, thanks for keeping the QAL up for a year -- maybe I will be able to participate later.

  • 11 years ago

    My order arrived today! Wow, that was fast.....4 days? wooohooooo, now to get it washed and I can get these two blocks completed. Yea, me!!!!

    Thanks for the idea and info, Marsha.

  • 11 years ago

    Hey, Linda. I have the Fairy completed, and now it's on to finishing the candle.

  • 11 years ago

    The third block, "The Key", has been posted.The Key



  • 11 years ago

    Thanks, Linda. My next project is to get the squares cut and put together. The Candle and Fairy are done. :-)

  • 11 years ago

    Block 5 - Blue Wizzrobe has been posted. The next block will be posted on June 1.


  • 11 years ago

    You are sure keeping me hopping, Linda. The first four blocks are all completed and the Blue Wissrobe is half done. I just keep cranking along..... :-)

  • 5 years ago

    This was sure a throw back memory. lol Makes me want to get everything out and start going again. I left it all as it was on the big cookie sheet and it's on the top shelf......I even think most of the fabric is with it.....but, I might have used some of it. :-)

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    I made the first block with the interfacing, but found it too hard to snip through at every seam. So I remade the block without and found it worked fine. I will probably make that block into a pillow.


  • 5 years ago

    That is such a cute quilt! My 21 year old daughter is a die hard Zelda fan and she would absolutely love that! Putting it in possible future projects file.