James and the Giant Peach is a beloved children's novel written by Roald Dahl. Published in 1961, the story follows the adventures of a young English orphan named James Henry Trotter. After his parents are tragically killed by an escaped rhinoceros, James is sent to live with his cruel aunts, Spiker and Sponge. One day, James discovers a magic potion given to him by a mysterious old man. Accidentally spilling the potion on a barren peach tree in the backyard, James is amazed when a giant peach begins to grow. The peach becomes as big as a house, and soon Spiker and Sponge decide to make a profit by charging curious onlookers to see it.
The peach becomes as big as a house, and soon Spiker and Sponge decide to make a profit by charging curious onlookers to see it. Later, James crawls into the peach and is delighted to find that a group of anthropomorphic insects reside there. These creatures include Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, Earthworm, Spider, and Glow-worm.
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The Diamond Wedding Star is a foundation paper pieced pattern by Quiltworx.com. This design has been added to Quiltster with a unique digitized embroidery option to add poinsettia and holly themed flowers and leaves in the background areas.
The digitized embroidery design was inspired by a quilt made by one of our customers, Lou Ellen Hassold.
Through efforts spearheaded by Certified Shop Always Quilting, Vanessa Fromm, from Fabric Confetti has created a digitized embroidery design with her own take on the Poinsettia block.
To color your own project in Quiltster, click here. You must have a Quiltster account.
What is fun and exciting about this layout in Quiltster, is that it is our first ever design in Quiltster that features a thread-line overlay where you can audition threads for your digitized embroidery!
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Your kitting sheet will include the names of the threads and a swatch image (we recommend Glide thread from Fil-Tec), so a quick trip to the store to purchase your threads is all that is needed! (Threads are purchased separately and in the spool size of your choice). NOTE: Quiltster does not presently calculate the amount of thread you’ll need, it only gives the color, so you’ll need to choose the spool size that works best for you.
Quiltworx is offering kits of this design through the Quiltster Marketplace and have a limited number available. Our kits ONLY include the fabric and Diamond Wedding Star pattern or Replacement Papers. Click the images below for details and a larger view.
Diamond Wedding Star in Tamarack Strip Set with the Fabric Confetti Digitized Poinsettia Embroidery
$425.00 Fabric Only Kit
$461.00 Kit with Replacement Papers
$481.50 Kit with Pattern
Diamond Wedding Star with Poinsettia Applique by Fabric Confetti, Vanessa Fromm
$412.00 Fabric Only Kit
$448.00 Kit with Replacement Papers
$469.00 Kit with Pattern
Always Quilting also has a lovely selection of kits available. Click the image below to visit these kits in the Quiltster Marketplace.
To purchase the Digitized Embroidery File, please visit this link on the Quiltworx Website.
(A Quiltworx Account is required to access the downloadable files, so please set up an account at the time of purchase if you don’t already have one). You will need a sewing machine that can read digitized embroidery files to use this product.
If you would prefer to complete a turn-under applique option using Stitch n Peel applique, Certified Shop Always Quilting has created a package of the applique pieces on Stitch n Peel, and has this available on their website. To purchase, click the button below, then choose the Diamond Wedding Star Poinsettia and Holly Supplemental Pattern – Applique product for $160.00 from the list on the right. This product is exclusive to Always Quilting and must be purchased separately through them.
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Finally, Quiltworx has a Creative Grids ruler specific to the Diamond Wedding Star pattern. We also recommend the 60 degree Creative Grids Ruler as a companion product as well. Click the images to go to the products on our website.
Creative Grids Diamond Wedding Ring Ruler
Templates designed by Judy Niemeyer, work with the Diamond Wedding Ring paper-piecing pattern. Use these templates to cut the segments needed to create other diamond wedding ring quilts as well.
Creative Grids 60 degree Triangle 8-1/2″ Ruler
Cut 30 and 60 degree angles – up to a finished height of 8 inches. This 60 degree equilateral triangle features easy to read black and white markings. A 1/4 inch dashed line is printed on each side of the center vertical line so you can cut 30 degree triangles that include the seam allowance.
With Quiltster, and the combined efforts of Vanessa Fromm and Always Quilting, it is easier than ever to plan and make this heirloom project!
If you look at the first photo in this article, you can see that the removal of the wool threads left a lot of residue on the fabric. I could meticulously pick it all off with tweezers. I could even use a small scrap of cloth (flannel works great) and rub over the areas for a while, and eventually pick up most of it.
They have all grown to enormous proportions due to the magic of the peach. Together, James and his newfound insect friends decide to escape from the cruel aunts and embark on a journey, rolling the giant peach to the seaside. Along the way, they face numerous obstacles and adventures, including encounters with sharks, cloud men, and battles with rhinoceroses. Throughout the story, James learns about friendship, courage, and the importance of finding one's own family. The characters in the book all possess unique personalities and contribute to the overall charm and humor of the story. Dahl's playful language and imaginative storytelling make James and the Giant Peach a memorable and entertaining read for both children and adults. The novel received critical acclaim upon its release and has since become a classic of children's literature. It has been adapted into several film and stage adaptations, further solidifying its place in popular culture. James and the Giant Peach continues to captivate readers with its whimsical storyline, lovable characters, and timeless messages..
Reviews for "The Importance of Imagination in James and the Giant Peach"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "James and the Giant Poach Magic Man." The storyline was extremely confusing and all over the place. It felt like the author was trying to cram too many ideas into one book, and none of them were fully developed. The characters were also lacking depth and were hard to connect with. Overall, I found myself struggling to stay engaged throughout the whole book.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - In my opinion, "James and the Giant Poach Magic Man" was an absolute waste of time. The writing style was juvenile and lacked any sort of substance. The plot was predictable and unoriginal, with no surprises or twists. I found the characters to be incredibly one-dimensional and their actions were often illogical. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a quality read.
3. Mike - 2/5 stars - "James and the Giant Poach Magic Man" was a major letdown for me. I had high expectations after hearing all the hype surrounding it, but unfortunately, it fell flat. The pacing was incredibly slow, and I found myself getting bored frequently. The world-building also felt lacking, as there were many unanswered questions and inconsistencies. Overall, I found the book to be underwhelming and not worth the time invested.
4. Emily - 2/5 stars - I really wanted to enjoy "James and the Giant Poach Magic Man," but I found it to be quite underwhelming. The writing was mediocre at best, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The magical elements seemed poorly thought out and were not effectively integrated into the story. Additionally, the ending felt rushed and unsatisfying. Overall, it was a disappointing read that did not live up to its potential.