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| A long view of the quilt. |
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| A close up of the quilt. Don't look to closely or you'll see all my errors. |
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| This is the backside of the quilt. I just machine quilted following the different sections of the crazy quilt. You can also see the binding from the back. This approach to quilting was suggested by my instructor because I didn't want to do free motion quilting on my first quilt or I might never finish in time. This quilt is actually ironed but I didn't have a flat surface to iron it on. |
It was a challenge to finish the quilt in the timeline I had but I did finish it and was able to deliver it to mom on Thursday at the nursing home. She loves the colours and the patchwork design. I know my errors in making this quilt but I also didn't have all the right tools so I am pleased with how things turned out. I did want to "fix" some stitching but in the end I decided it was an adequate job given the time frame and there isn't any error too great that I should delay giving mom the quilt. I meant to take close ups of the quilt's mitered corners but in my haste to get to the nursing home I forgot all about it.
I have to say I really enjoyed making this quilt and feel encouraged to make another one. But first I have some other projects to make headway on. If any of you are like me, afraid to try quilting, I would encourage you to take a class and give it a whirl. It is quite relaxing and enjoyable and if I can do it, I am certain you can do it. I'd love to see your quilt if you do make one *wink.
One helpful tip I learned from my instructor after I purchased plain fabric for the quilt back, is to purchase a fabric with a pattern on it. This way any errors you make won't be so readily viewed. I won't forget this tip!
12 comments:
Oh it's beautiful! I love the colours!
I've only done patchwork once or twice, for small things (cushions) so I'm in awe of anyone who's actually made a quilt! ;) xxx
Oh my, Penny;) this is beautiful! I cannot sew and love viewing others works of art. Of course, I won't spot any mistakes. To me this is a masterpiece. Your mum must be thrilled with this thoughtful gift. Did you get your sewing skills from her? (My late mum and gran were great seamstresses.My paternal aunt and my sister still are!) Bless you my friend. Jo
Oh my, Penny;) this is beautiful! I cannot sew and love viewing others works of art. Of course, I won't spot any mistakes. To me this is a masterpiece. Your mum must be thrilled with this thoughtful gift. Did you get your sewing skills from her? (My late mum and gran were great seamstresses.My paternal aunt and my sister still are!) Bless you my friend. Jo
So pretty!
its beautiful joyful!!!!!
So pretty! Hope all went well with your mom's move. I am sure sure loved the quilt!
That looks pretty good to me, the colours are lovely. Well done.
It is so beautiful! I'm sure that your mother loves it.
Its just lovely Joyful! Your mother is so blessed!
Ya Penny, it does look fine to me too! I'm sure your mom really enjoyed it! Glad your were able to give this to her- I'm sure she could use it.
Well- keep up the work- the suggestions sound helpful.
Hope you have a great weekend-
That looks pretty good to me, the colours are lovely. Well done.
So pretty!
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