Friday 11 October 2013

Quilt Finished

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Yay! I finished sewing the binding onto my quilt today. It is officially finished.
I managed to take it out for  quick photo shoot before it went too dark and rainy, so here they are.
There's the usual washing line photo that we all resort to from time to time.



One draped over the shed door. I'm quite pleased with this one. I like the geometric patterns of the quilt against the brick and wood.



And one across a wooden bench. Some leaves photo bombed the shot, so I'll always know what time of year I finished this quilt!


Back indoors, it's all rolled up ready and waiting for someone to snuggle up under it tonight.


Here's a peek at the backing and binding.
I love the bright navy polka dot against the solid red binding. I was going to use the remaining pieces of jelly roll and make a scrappy binding. I'm so glad I went for the solid red. I think it frames the quilt well.



I echo quilted around the shapes and along the sashings. Not perfectly, more of a whimsical effect. In other words, I'm not patient enough to go slowly and accurately, but I'm happy with it.

Vital Statistics:

Finished quilt size: 55"x 73"
Fabric for quilt top: Reunion Jelly Roll by Sweetwater for Moda
Backing:  Bright navy polka dot, source unknown
Binding: Solid red


Linking up with  Finish It Up Friday over at Crazy Mom Quilts
                    and TGIFF at Quilt Matters

24 comments:

  1. That's a work of art. I'm always amazed at how much work goes into a quilt.

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  2. Great use of color and the pattern really works with the fabric.

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  3. I'm looking for the jelly roll patterns and can't find them. The links aren't working for them. Can you tell me where to find this pattern and the others you have? Thanks!

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  4. Wow Julie it looks fantastic! No wonder you are thrilled with it. You did well to have an outdoor photo shoot, it's been pretty miserable here, not to mention cold! So who is the lucky recipient?

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  5. Stunning quilt and really fab photos!

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  6. I love it. Outside photos would have resulted in a very wet quilt here today!

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  7. It's really lovely, Julie, I think your quilting is fabby! It's been pouring with rain all day in London - lucky you for having some sunshine :)

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  8. What a gorgeous quilt!! Love it! And beautiful photos!

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  9. What is the name of this quilt?

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  10. Lovely quilt and the quilting bring out the beauty.

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  11. Fabulous - I love it!
    Like several others I'd love to find the pattern!

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  12. Love the pattern! Congrats on the finish!

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  13. What a great quilt! And those photobombing leaves just add to the beauty and fun.

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  14. Wow, Julie - it's truly gorgeous, you've done a great job with the quilting. Did you patiently sew in all the thread ends too?
    Btw, we're having another Midlands bloggy get-together on the 9th Nov, if you are able to join us, it'd be lovely to see you again.
    Have a happy new week ahead,
    love Gill xx

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  15. What a lovely quilt,the colour combo is great....

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  16. I love this quilt pattern. Your colours are wonderful.
    Barb@Witsend

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  17. Oooh, I just love your quilt. Such great colours and fabrics! Congrats on a fabulous finish. Good luck!

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  18. Love this pattern and fabrics choice, beautiful quilt !

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  19. Hi Julie, your quilt is fantastic! I'm having trouble finding reunion jelly roll in the UK, can you help please?
    I find your work so inspirational!

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  20. I got mine on a stand at a quilt show.(not sure which stand now) I think some shops still have Reunion yardage, but I haven't seen pre-cuts in stores for a while.

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  21. I really love this quilt. Is the pattern available somewhere?

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  22. Almost Scandinavian in its simplicity and graphic nature. I hope you will make the pattern and instructions available. Many of us would love to make our own version.

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  23. The pattern is available to purchase. See the "My Patterns on Craftsy" in the sidebar of this blog

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