Bow Ties.
Posted on | February 28, 2017 | 12 Comments
Some quilts need time to sit for a while before the right plan comes along to finish them. This Bow Tie quilt was one of those.
I really didn’t know what to do with the white empty spaces. So it sat for several years until I came up with a plan and had the skill to do it.
I ended up with some big teardrops and lots of bubbles.
Same idea in the corners and side half blocks.
The fabrics are all from the one range -Fresh by Deb Strain.
In this design the bow ties are 3D.
You do have to take a lot of care with these when quilting – too easy to get hooked on them.
A bright backing and bright green binding to finish off.
We went to the movies yesterday to see Hidden Figures and loved it. What a great film.
I am hoping to get along to see Lion next.
Have a wonderful week.
Cheers, Karen
Bright, happy quilts are my favorite. This one definitely fills the bill. What’s a little time sitting aside when you end up such a beautiful finish? I’ll bet the quilt is saying, “Ahh, sweet!” And it’s correct, the quilt is sweet on so many levels.
A beautiful finish Karen, with lovely fabric and gorgeous quilting! Well done on the finsih – it was well worth the time spent sitting waiting for the right idea! (I may have to jot the quilting idea down for inspiration one day – thank you!)
What an amazing job you did on your bow tie quilt Karen. It’s beautiful – well done
I’m glad to catch up with your blog Karen. You have been so busy with your stitcheries!!!! I love the Easter and Christmas projects, and the blue variegated thread is just gorgeous!!!!
Great finish! Love the colours and the quilting finishes it beautifully!
Ps how are your blog issues , your updates are still not showing on my list…..
What a happy and fun quilt! I love the dimensional bow ties. Your quilting is beautiful too–you did a wonderful job!
oh gosh it’s beautiful…. was worth the wait to get the inspiration. I haven’t watched Hidden Figures but I did enjoy Lion and needed tissues…
Hugz
Wow does that look fabulous! Fun colors and your quilting is stunning. Maybe I’m going to start sending my quilts to you to be done! LOL!!
Your quilt is so beautiful and fresh! It is such a happy quilt and your quilting is exceptional.
Hi Karen,wow the quilting is amazing this quilt is stunning,well done my friend xx
Oh wow Karen! Just beautiful! Your quilting is fantastic xxx
Great quilt and love the 3D look. I can relate to leaving quilts to ferment until the right inspiration comes for finishing. Take care.