Rather than tidy up my sewing space and fold fabric from my last project I have instead cut a whole bunch of squares (4.5 inch squares) and stitched up another quilt top - this is otherwise known as productive procrastinating, although that happy mountain of fabric still needs folding.
This quilt is much easier than the last, but these simple squares continue to make me rrr-ridiculously happy. I love the traditional patchwork look and enjoy immersing myself in fabric play; an anyone can do project and completely stress free. It was exactly what I needed this week.
It's all about the fabric. As well as the many Japanese import fabrics I have used floral prints by designers such as Pam Kitty Morning (from the Pam Kitty Love collection), and fabrics from Bake Sale by Lori Holt. I have also mixed in basic stash prints - like gingham fabric and the occasional dot fabric.
More soon.
Rita
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I'm always inspired by your simple square patchwork, Rita!
ReplyDeleteGood for you. At least you have something to show for your week - I just have a fair level of procrastinating!
ReplyDeleteLooks great so far. TFS.
..what a 'happy' look!
ReplyDeleteIt's so bright and cheery, who would want to fold fabric when you have these lovelies to play with ~ Sarah x
ReplyDeleteLOVE this quilt! Such a happy, sunny mix of prints!
ReplyDeletewhat encouraging words! Often, I think I should be doing something challenging when I settle down to sew, when really simple is best and SOOO satisfying!
ReplyDeletethe bright red floral fabric is loverly!
ReplyDeleteThis is my absolute favorite kind of quilt!!!! It is gorgeous!! I am going to start cutting today!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt makes my heart happy that you made a beautiful quilt for all to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so fresh and fabulous!
ReplyDeleteBright and cherry as always!!! Love it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful combination of fabric.......they brighten up winter days.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. I just love how precise and crisp your work always is.
ReplyDeleteYour quilts are always so colourful and beautiful. I find choosing the fabrics the most difficult part and often look at yours for inspiration. Cant wait to see the finished quilt.
ReplyDeleteThat's glorious, Rita!!! So fresh and gorgeous!
ReplyDeletelovely and I can't agree more: making something is a lot more fun than folding fabric :)
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous Rita - it goes to show that stunning quilts don't need to be complicated!
ReplyDeleteLove this combination and I think I could use 'simple' right now!
ReplyDeleteLove 30's fabrics.
ReplyDeleteWorking with this fabric would make me rrr-ridiculously happy!
ReplyDeleteI love gingham. Its such a happy blender. I am always on the lookout for a nice bright, biggish yellow gingham.
ReplyDeleteLove love love as always, Rita, your quilts make me smile.
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