Something Different.
Posted on | August 23, 2024 | 9 Comments
These quilts are quite different to the ones I usually make. They came about due to a family request. We were recently visiting the US and my son came with me to a quilt store. He took a shine to one of the patterns and asked me to make it – twice. So we bought the fabric and home it came with me. Quilts are now made and ready to post.
Those of you who are eagle eyed will notice that the colours have been reversed. They are a mixture of grunge and solid fabrics. My son has a space on his office wall all measured up and ready for these. They measure 40 X 40 inches.
I had a lot of fabric left over so decided to piece it to make the backing. And then rotated one 90 degrees just to create a little interest.
The pattern is called Riding Mountain and is by The Blanket Statement. I kept to straight line quilting, the same as the pattern.
Winter is coming to an end so it is a good thing that I have also finished my scarf/shawl.
This one is a Patons pattern and is called a Crescent Shawl. It is made with Sierra 8ply.
A repetitive stitch that created an interesting effect.
It was finished with a simple picot edging.
And something sweet to end the post – some bouquets.
An orchid bouquet and a shortbread bouquet.
Enjoy your weekend. Cheers, Karen.
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Your quilts are both very striking! And what a compliment your son asked you to make them. Does a mother’s heart good! They really are pretty! As are the orchids. The shortbread looks delicious.
Nice that your son requested 2 quilts! Great job on the quilting and backing, too! Beautiful shawl with picot edging! Happy birthday to you, Karen!!! How was the cookie bouquet? What a sweet gift!
Goodness, you have been busy! The quilts will look great hanging on a wall. I hope your son loves them. And those orchids- gorgeous!
Oh, your knitting project is lovely! The quilts look simple and striking, perfect for a guy.
I love your wall quilts. They look wonderful and will be quite the focal point in his room. Well done!
The quilts are really effective and your son has a good eye for colour and design. I do love the grunge fabrics… Such a pretty shawl – lovely pattern…
Hugz
Its always such a thrill when a family member requests you make them something, you know they will be treasured. And to know they will be taking pride of place on your sons office wall.
Love those quilts. Very modern and very striking.
Love your son’s quilt! Different, yes, but modern and great colors, so pretty. Pretty shawl too. Gorgeous orchids and the shortbreads are looking yummy, such a delicate packaging. August is still cold here, usually summer comes with a bang first week in October. Have a great and creative weekend.