I am so excited to have a finished quilt top to show today. This quilt began way back in 2001 after I got the book LeMoyne Stars Made Easy by Sharyn Squier Craig. I had planned to make a red, white & blue sampler using all the different star variations from the book. Like so many projects, I made a few blocks, then set them aside for something new and more exciting.
In 2012 I joined a scrap quilts group at a local quilt shop. We were playing with different techniques and patterns for using scraps. At the beginning of the year I decided to stick with a consistent RW&B color palette, with the hope that I could turn my blocks into a quilt at the end of the year. It has taken over a year since that group quit meeting, but I finally got this top put together yesterday.
My favorite part of this quilt is the pineapple blocks. They really keep your eyes moving around the whole quilt.
This quilt ended up at the perfect size to be a Quilt of Valor, but I don't think I can give it up! We have the perfect spot to hang it for July 4th, and I hope to have it quilted and bound by then.
I am linking up to Design Wall Monday at Patchwork Times. Check it out for tons of amazing ideas and inspiration. I am also linking up to Needle & Thread Thursday at My Quilt Infatuation and to Can I Get a Whoop Whoop at Confessions of a Fabric Addict. This quilt was my March project for A Lovely Year of Finishes, and I will link up to their end-of-the-month party.
In 2012 I joined a scrap quilts group at a local quilt shop. We were playing with different techniques and patterns for using scraps. At the beginning of the year I decided to stick with a consistent RW&B color palette, with the hope that I could turn my blocks into a quilt at the end of the year. It has taken over a year since that group quit meeting, but I finally got this top put together yesterday.
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| RWB Sampler Finished Size 60 x 72" |
This quilt ended up at the perfect size to be a Quilt of Valor, but I don't think I can give it up! We have the perfect spot to hang it for July 4th, and I hope to have it quilted and bound by then.
I am linking up to Design Wall Monday at Patchwork Times. Check it out for tons of amazing ideas and inspiration. I am also linking up to Needle & Thread Thursday at My Quilt Infatuation and to Can I Get a Whoop Whoop at Confessions of a Fabric Addict. This quilt was my March project for A Lovely Year of Finishes, and I will link up to their end-of-the-month party.
Julie in GA
Beautiful quilt! The Pineapple blocks do catch your eye, they seem to move all on their own. It would be hard for to give this one up.
ReplyDeleteI agree, the pineapple blocks really make the quilt a stunner. Keep this one, please; you worked long and hard on it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteWonderful combo of blocks! Congrats on your finish!
ReplyDeleteWOW this quilt is stunning...it's almost in motion !! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful starry sampler! We usually don't see pineapple blocks used with other blocks....this is a great combination.
ReplyDeleteJulie, you did a great job putting this top together. I really like the layout as well as your color scheme.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely! The pineapple blocks are a great addition. Congratulations on a finish!
ReplyDeleteLove, Love, Love your quilt top! The pineapple blocks make the stars look lik they are spinning. I would keep this one, too!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is gorgeous, Julie! Yes, I agree -- the pineapple blocks are absolutely perfect with the stars. Congratulations! Have you thought about how you'll quilt it yet?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely awesome mix of blocks. I've never seen anything like it. Good for you!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are right! The pineapple blocks really give the quilt movement! I adore this and want to make it....or have it!!! haha
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!! Congratulations on a beautiful finished top! This is going to look amazing when it is all quilted :)
ReplyDeleteoh wow!! this is so fantastic! I love the pineapple blocks with the stars!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for showing this off at Needle and Thread Thursday!
:) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation
Wonderful combination of blocks and placement!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Maybe if you hang it this year for Fourth of July, it won't be as difficult to donate to Quilts of Valor. It's such a beautiful quilt. It would be difficult for me to give up, too.
ReplyDeleteHi, Julie. I came over from Sarah's linky party. This quilt really dances! Beautiful combination of blocks and the RW&B makes it crisp. Lovely!
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nadia
That is really a stunning quilt. I agree that you should keep this one, you deserve to. The pineapple blocks sure do make it go over the top. Wonderful quilt.
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