Since we leave for Florida near the end of October, I have to get all my gifts finished, wrapped and delivered before I leave! I uploaded a couple of pictures of Justin's quilt to my Webshots 2009 album. Justin in my newest great-nephew, born in the spring. The family tradition has been to present a quilt for their first Christmas. I was trying to come up with an idea, when I found a panel for an alphabet cloth book. It didn't have an obvious front and back cover, so it was a great choice to use as blocks! I made wide sashing between the blocks in dark blue polka dot fabric, and used several gold fabrics to make friendship stars at the intersections. DH and DS2 added their assistance in picking out the border fabrics from my stash. I did some SITD quilting between the blocks, some free motion to outline the letters and objects in each as well. I did some doodling with paper and pencil to find a design to quilt in the friendship stars, stitched with variegated yellow thread. Now onto more holiday projects!
My first Christmas gift finished!
Sep 17, 2009
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WOW, it's darling and an heirloom in the making. I love the quilting patterns you used...they fit the design so well. You did a beautiful job and I know it will be cherished by the baby and his family. Donna
Inspiring, Susan. I don't think I've ever used polka dots and stripes together but it is such a happy effect. A delightful quilt. Thank you. Polly
"Susan Torrens" Since we leave for Florida near the end of October, I have to get all my
That's a great baby quilt, Susan! Justin is a very lucky child. And I love that outside border fabric.
You will, Polly!
I agree - great use of a panel, Susan. . In message , Polly Esther writes
That is really nice. I love the way you turned the book into a quilt. I wouldn't have thought of that but you did a wonderful job. I'll have to remember that. I've had a book one in my stash for a bit but no interest in doing the book, this is a way better idea. Thanx Joanna
an Torrens wrote:
That's really cute, Susan -- and your quilting is lovely! :)
Nice quilt -- and I like how you did the sashing.
Julia > Since we leave for Florida near the end of October, I have to get all my
Howdy!
The words YIPPEEEEE and Darlin' come to mind. Way to go, Susan!
R/Sandy - have now seen a half-dozen "holiday" ads on t.v... Taria, how long until Christmas?
I saw Christmas cards being loaded onto shelves yesterday - in a very small, boutique-y kind of shop, not one of the large chains. I'm not ready to be contemplating Christmas yet >gcome to mind.
Howdy Sandy, Not long enough! One month from today niece gets married. She is on the other end of this big state. Quilt in the works. Maki cat getting his ear tumors remonved today and I am worrying about him while dd's new house recorded today too and nobody has keys or garage opener or a clue where they might be. She is very cranky. Chrismas might be a breeze if I survive dd's move. Taria
There's one in every crowd.
Ahem.
Good on ya, Susan!
Cindy
Absolutely delightful and adorable, Susan!
Best regards, Michelle in Nevada
Well done, Susan! The sashing is so clever. Pat in VA/USA
Love it, Susan! I love the layout.
Thanks Donna
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