Monday, December 31, 2012

Quilt Re-Do

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This quilt top was finished a week before Christmas.  But I wasn’t happy with the original.

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That blue & red sawtooth line seemed to divide the quilt and there wasn’t enough white in that area.

So, after a little seam ripping, I am much happier with the new look. 

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The top is made from a layer cake of Wee Folks.  But since I had used all the pieces already, I substituted a brown floral on white from Sew Cherry in the sawtooth row.  It blends right in.

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The little gnomes and toadstools are so adorable!  The blocks are pinwheels and stars.

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Now I’m not sure what to use for backing and binding.  As usual, there is nothing suitable in my stash…so I’ll need to buy something!

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13 comments:

  1. SamanthaDecember 31, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    I love that quilt top! Don'tcha hate when you have to fabric shop? :D

    Pinwheels are one of my favorites and that gnome fabric is so cute!

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  2. SaraDecember 31, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    It seems to go that way for the backing and binding doesn't it! Such is life;) Love,love the yellow and red in this quilt. They make it nostalgic to me.....just my opinion.

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  3. sunnyDecember 31, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Cute fabric! I agree that the new version is a little better. Happy New Year!!

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  4. SvetlanaDecember 31, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    such a lovely quilt, Jamie. I totally agree with you about the sawtooth block, it fits in so much better now. Looking forward to seeing how you quilt it.

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  5. Needle little BalanceJanuary 1, 2013 at 4:46 AM

    I see what you mean about the sawtooth block, it´s calmer and at the same time fresher now. I too think this lovely quilt has a nostalgic feel so I´d use gingham fabric on the back. Or polkadots :)

    A happy new year to you and yours! (I should go back to wash the dishes after yesterday´s fondue party at our place...)

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  6. FlourishingPalmsJanuary 2, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Hi neighbor! It's nice to visit your blog and see what you're up to. Love it that you have a little one who sews. I'm so envious of that! I'm doing the Madrona Road challenge too (I'm quilting mine right now) so I enjoyed seeing your little star blocks. Great Y seams!

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  7. Marjorie's Busy CornerJanuary 2, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Hi there....came by from Stitch'by the Lake. I love your quilt in this post!!!

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  8. gpcJanuary 2, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    Beautiful, as always. (I am already a follower, but today I come to you through Stitchin By The Lake -- hi neighbor!)

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  9. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 2, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    I can't believe what a wonderful difference that made! I love the way it turned out - just perfect. blessings, marlene

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  10. MarthaJanuary 3, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Hi! Just hopped over from Marlene's...so nice to meet you! Love that quilt top...and the changes you made. Have a fabulous 2013!

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  11. Teresa F.January 3, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Hi,
    I'm your neighbor from Portugal.
    It's amazing how a little stripe change can make such a difference. The quilt looks awesome now.
    Happy New Year!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 3, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    Love this version. Looks great! Happy New Year!

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  13. PamelaJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Visting via Stitchin by the Lake...I love your colorful quilt top! Too cute!

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