Wednesday, May 6, 2009

I Need a Name


I need a name for this quilt. This is the one I'm teaching at my next class at Bearpaws & Hollyhocks at the beginning of June, and I have to publish the pattern in the next week or two. Apparently my brain thinks it's on vacation too, because I just haven't thought of anything I like. Can you help? If I decide to use your suggestion (and you're the first to suggest it), I'll send you a free pattern just as soon as it comes off the press. I'll take suggestions through Thursday night and announce a winner on my Friday post.

Although the class is called Patriotic Patchwork, you needn't use "patriotic" or "patchwork" in the name--that was just something I came up with on the spur of the moment when I had to commit to teaching a class and had no idea what I wanted to teach.

Oh, and if you're anywhere around Sacramento on June 6th and want to spend the afternoon sewing, chatting, and eating (yes, I'll be feeding my students again), I'd love to see you in class!



THIS POST IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW COMMENTS AS THERE ARE JUST SO MANY GOOD NAME SUGGESTIONS, MY BRAIN MAY EXPLODE, AND IT WILL LOOK JUST LIKE THAT QUILT!
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43 comments:

  1. Nancy Near PhiladelphiaMay 6, 2009 at 3:37 AM

    Betsy Gets Bold! As in, after she finished the flag, she made a quilt.

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  2. QuiltingFitzyMay 6, 2009 at 4:43 AM

    "Fireworks!"
    As a title it already makes you think of red, white & blue and the Fourth of July. The quilt looks like a big fireworks explosion and all the little sparklies that burst from it!

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  3. YvonneMay 6, 2009 at 4:50 AM

    Starry, starry night....it's that Don Mclean song and now it won't leave my head.....

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  4. Wilma LeeMay 6, 2009 at 5:12 AM

    Very pretty. I'm terrible at naming quilts but I'm sure you'll get alot of suggestions

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  5. AmyMay 6, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    How about Wheel of Fortune? (Combining Carpenter's Wheel and Soldier of Fortune) and a play on the game name.

    Then you can play a version of the game during class and give prizes. As if you didn't have enough to do to prepare...

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  6. OrcsmomMay 6, 2009 at 5:38 AM

    American Star or Star of America. I am not able to take that class, I'll be on my way to Lost Wages, I mean Las Vegas for my niece's HS Graduation. See ya tonight at Jo's.

    Pam

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  7. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 5:43 AM

    Hey Kim how about the name LIBERTY because of the colors and the closeness of the holiday 4th of July Sharon Mac

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  8. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    Liberty Star. CAthyTrumble

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  9. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    How about "American Spirit"? I think its strong and your example really says that!
    sue in wisconsin

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  10. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Off the top:
    Patriotic Bloom
    Star Puzzle
    Hidden Blocks
    Kaleidiscope Star
    Star Points
    Star Blossom
    Pointed Petals

    --Cindy

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  11. kcenya1950May 6, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Winged Star. I don't know whay but the white pieces in the half blocks around the edges remind me of birds wings fluttering around the edges. Quilt looks great. The contrast is stunning.

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  12. JudyMay 6, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    Wow these gals can come up with names can't they? I need to employ them on some of mine! I never can think of good names for quilts...but I do like the pattern!!

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  13. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    Betsy's Star
    Summer Picnic
    Pride of America
    Bright Stars
    Sparklers

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  14. KimMay 6, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    I'm thinking Starburst!

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  15. DawnMay 6, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    I'm thinking Star Gazing or North Star!

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  16. secondofwettMay 6, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    Oh my...these ladies have sure come up with some great ideas...... How about A Brilliant Celebration!

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  17. Suzanne KistlerMay 6, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    I'm late to chime in, but how about "American Starburst"?

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  18. dianneMay 6, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    i like all all of the American themed name ideas - did someone already say *star spangled* ... but i'm thinking that when i make this, it probably won't be in red white & blue ... maybe *star light, star bright*

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  19. PunkiePie (Jen)May 6, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    Have fun choosing because all the suggestions are good ones!

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  20. DAWNMay 6, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    How about "American Star Beauty"

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  21. ramewelambMay 6, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    For some reason I thought of "Blooming Star" because it reminds me of a blooming flower and probably won't always be made with red/white/blue. It's a great pattern, no matter what name you choose. -e from Petaluma

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  22. Mary on Lake PulaskiMay 6, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    Lots of great names out there already and mine is a different variation....STRIKING STAR. Great pattern Kim. I wish I could attend the class, but I am FAR, FAR from Sacramento.

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  23. Busy Little QuilterMay 6, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    Okay, so I tried not to look at everyone elses suggestions. With it having the Americana theme and when I think of America and it's econmic situation, and trying to be positive... Star Power, Star of Hope, Star so Bright

    No matter what you name it, it's beautiful.

    I wish I lived closer to Sacramento to take the class.

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  24. Lynne in HawaiiMay 6, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    "Seein' Starz! Oooo, lots of good names out there!

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  25. OrcsmomMay 6, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    Nice try Kim!

    Pam

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  26. CandaceMay 6, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    Kim beat me to it with Starburst so I'm going to say Starbright!
    Cheers!

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  27. CarolMay 6, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    My idea is: Americana Kaleidoscope.

    Love your quilt!

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  28. Ginny WordenMay 6, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    My suggestion would be American Wheel. Does kind of suggest the patch, and the patriotic theme. Lovely job.

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  29. Pat at Bell Creek QuiltsMay 6, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    I would name it: 'Stars Around America'

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  30. VickyMay 6, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    Spirit of Liberty

    I'm horrible picking names. Guess I'll just to buy the pattern from you! :) :) :)

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  31. Shirley--Knot-y Embroidery LadyMay 6, 2009 at 7:47 PM

    My Stars

    Hugs

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  32. TrishMay 6, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    I think PARADE DAY would be a good name. It reminds me of a parade banner.

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  33. AnnieOMay 6, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    These colors actually look kinda Frenchy to me, so how about "Provence Wheel". Can you say it the Frenchy way--Pro-vahnce?

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  34. LisaMay 6, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    Love your pattern...i say you name it "Dazzling" or "Be Dazzled"

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  35. KimMay 6, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    Hi Kim, when I fist looked at it .. for some reason a maze pattern came to mind.. so I pick:
    Star Maze or Star Mazing
    either way.. it's a great pattern!

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  36. quiltmom annaMay 6, 2009 at 10:14 PM

    I personally like some of the others better than any I can suggest but ( like Star Mazing )
    but two things come to mind- A Mazing Stars or Wheeling Stars
    ( the pattern reminds me of a carpenter's wheel traditional pattern) .
    Whatever you name it - the pattern has turned out beautifully.
    Your hat class looked like so much fun and what a great hat party you threw. I loved your hat pin cushions-
    I wish I did live closer - you always do it up just so- the little extras make the class a memorable event for your students!
    Good luck with the pattern name.

    oh another name "Road to the stars..."
    Regards,
    Anna

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  37. UnknownMay 7, 2009 at 4:33 AM

    WOW, what a bunch of good names Have fun finding the right one. You will

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  38. Sandy from ThimbleberriesMay 7, 2009 at 5:38 AM

    How about "Freedom Star." The white on the corners reminds me of doves from a distant.

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  39. AnonymousMay 7, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    How about "Liberty 4 All"? or "Americana Sampling"?
    "American Hero" . Well, I could go on and on.. thanks for picking my brain...
    Pam
    pam1228@aol.com

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  40. Carol RadcliffeMay 7, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    I keep thinking "SPARKLE" or "STARKLE". Only because of a poem I once had in my head! I love your inspiring work. Thanks, Carol

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  41. libertythreadsMay 7, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    I like the name, "Liberty Stars"!!!

    libertythreads@charter.net

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  42. AnonymousMay 7, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    HOW ABOUT "AMERICA'S GLORY".IMELDA

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  43. Pat at Bell Creek QuiltsMay 7, 2009 at 7:43 PM

    May I add another name?

    How about 'Freedom's Wheel' or maybe 'California Freedom Wheel' since you live in CA?

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