Weekly Finish #25: St. Patty's Irish Chain … and National Dog Day

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St. Patty's Irish Chain


Finished Size: 58" x 78"


I finished the quilt top a year ago and previously posted about it here and here.


This quilt is part of my seasonal quilts collection that includes my Valentine's Chains of Love, my Spring Pinwheel Sampler, and my Uncle Sam's Star quilt.


I thought I'd have it completed by St. Patty's day this year but that didn't happen.  Anyhow, it's now done and ready for next year!


I quilted it with an overall E2E design that is pre-installed in my Pro-Stitcher called Clovers.


The backing is a green and white geometric print, and the batting is Warm & Natural.

And because it is National Dog Day, I present Raider and Leo ...


My DD and DGD were Raider's original owners.  When they moved to Kentucky, Raider remained with us.

Leo "ran away" from his original home across the street.  When we contacted them to return him, they said they didn't want him because he didn't get along with their other dogs so we kept him.  I don't think he was treated well because his left leg was broken and never set properly.  IMHO he also suffers from PTSD and sometimes gets aggressive. He can also be very sweet and loving and is very attached to me.

Both dogs have been with us since 2015 and are between 12-14 years old. We love them dearly.

I'm happy to join these linky parties.  Be sure to visit them to see what other quilters are sharing.
Until next time ... 
Be happy and keep on quilting!

Comments

  1. Gwyned TrefethenAugust 27, 2022 at 6:44 AM

    Now that is what I call a true Irish chain right down to the E2E clovers.

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  2. AndiAugust 28, 2022 at 10:43 AM

    Your Irish Chain is beautiful. I love the backing you found. Have a great week, and thanks for joining the Put Your Foot Down Linky Party :-)

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  3. KathleenAugust 28, 2022 at 5:14 PM

    I love this seasonal quilt and love your finish! The dogs are terrific and so lucky to be loved by you! Thanks for linking up to TGIFF!

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  4. Jennifer Fulton Inquiring QuilterAugust 30, 2022 at 5:40 AM

    What a lovely Irish Chain! So pretty and oh so cute with your little doggies posing on it! Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.

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  5. Alycia~QuiltygirlAugust 31, 2022 at 7:13 AM

    its perfect!!! and the photo with the dogs!!! TOO CUTE!!!

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  6. Danice GAugust 31, 2022 at 7:55 PM

    That is truly a pretty quilt. Love all of the green fabrics.

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  7. SusanSeptember 5, 2022 at 4:59 PM

    Sounds as if both of them are lucky to have you!

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