Some weeks just call for simple sewing and fabric play and that's what these two quilts are all about. Patchwork plus fabric and color play ...
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Quilted by ditch stitching vertical and horizontal (edge to edge) seam lines, then adding additional vertical lines of stitching just a little more than 1 inch apart. The quilting, together with the use of the low loft cotton batting, give these quilts a lovely texture and soft drape; perfect for baby play time, and toddler nap time!
The back of the quilt features a single newsprint fabric from the Story collection by Carrie Bloomston. The fabric used for the back of the quilts were leftover pieces of fabric from previously pieced quilt backs for larger quilts. It's nice to be able to use these smaller pieces of backing fabric (and batting) in such a practical way, and truth be told piecing, basting, quilting, and binding small quilts makes for a nice change.
Quilt Stats
Each quilt measures 34 inches x 41 inches (or 86cm x 104cm)
Each finished square measures 3.75" x 3.75" ~
size was determined by the size of the buck/deer head print.
All new cotton quilting fabrics and 100% cotton batting.
These two baby quilts have been listed separately in my Etsy Store.
See all the listing details here:
Thank you for stopping by,
Rita
RELEVANT LINKS:
Red Pepper Quilts Etsy Store
Oh Deer! Two Baby Quilts - Work in Progress
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Very cool and fresh looking.
ReplyDeleteThey are adorable. I have to admit, I'm writing to ask you a question. Your postage stamp quilts have inspired me to make my own. However, I'm sewing the pieces in rows (of 46 11/2" squares). Do you think that will cause a problem? Also, is quilting such quilts harder than quilts with bigger fabric pieces? Any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteThanks - I love looking at all the quilts you make.
Kelly
Such sweet quilts, Rita. I love the deer heads.
ReplyDeleteTwo more beauties ; )
ReplyDeleteI love the crisp modern look of these quilts, they will look lovely on a beech cot.
ReplyDeleteYes, these turned out lovely, Rita!
ReplyDeleteDelightful little patches
Stunning quilts! Some lucky babies are going to love these. I particularly love the little houses. So sweet.
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