This may not be the scrappiest quilt with the most different fabrics or small pieces I've made, but it is the scrappiest quilt with the most different pieces in a single block. I counted 15 different fabrics in one block and others have more. Just to be clear, I made this quilt but I followed the lead of an antique quilt when I chose and placed fabrics. I participated in Repro QuiltLover Taryn's Scrappy StitchAlong a year or so ago. I raided my fabrics to find ones as close to the fabrics in her original antique quilt as I could. And boy, are these 6" blocks scrappy!
These two are my favorite blocks. I think that's because of the clarity and simplicity.
I'd like to find someone who could layer and quilt it (by machine would be fine), then donate it. Any readers who would be interested? One of the reasons I'm not finishing it myself is that the fabric in the alternate squares is a little denser than regular cotton and makes hand quilting too hard for my hands. The other reason for finding someone to take it is that I already have too many quilts that need quilted, and I'm a slow hand quilter. So, if you might be interested please let me know in the comments.
I'm linking this post to Finished (or not!) Friday at Alycia Quilts. Thank you for hosting, Alycia.
And remember those photos I thought I lost last weekend? I found them, thanks to Katie. This photo doesn't show the detail of snow on branches but still, isn't it a beautiful winter wonderland?
--Nancy.
Oh I just love those "scrappy" stars blocks--the scrappier the better for me;))) no surprise there, right?
ReplyDeleteI do think you did a wonderful job on this--especially since it is out of your comfort zone...
And I think a mother would LOVE this for a baby's quilt for sure; all those colors would be great for a baby's developing eyes. Congratulations on a beautiful finish...
Hugs, Julierose
Thanks so much, Julierose. I hope some baby and mom will enjoy it.
DeleteThis is a gorgeous finished top, I think you chose the perfect fabric for the alternate blocks as it really lets the star blocks shine. While I would love to finish this for donation, I couldn't guarantee that it would be hand quilted, as my hands aren't as strong as they once were. It definitely deserves a good home with a family who would appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comments, Pat.
DeleteI don't think my post was clear about finishing the quilt. I anticipated that it would be machine quilted and if I machine quilted I would do it, but I don't. If you want to take it on and quilt it by machine, I'd love to send it to you. If so, please send your address.
Your quilt is beautiful. Would you mind if I added a border to it so a veteran receiving chemo could use it? That would be my choice. B. Wimmer
ReplyDeleteHi, B. Wimmer. Someone offered before you. But maybe another quilt will come along that you'd like to use for a veteran. Thanks for offering.
DeleteGreat scrappy blocks, those antique quilts are good for inspiration! I'm sure one of your readers will step up to help you out but if not or for the future, you can contact Jo Kramer of Jo's Country Junction --- she has a network of longarmers who will take tops from her for donations to charities. Information about that can be found here: https://www.joscountryjunction.com/charity-quilts/
ReplyDeleteHi, Vivian. Thanks so much for letting me know about Jo accepting quilt tops for donation. I have just the one now but I have several other finished tops I may decide to pass on. I'll either post on my blog or contact Jo.
DeleteYes, I love looking at antique quilts for inspiration.
What a delightful finish, I so love the almost ''messy'' fabric choices, gleaned from the original. I knw from rereading the orig post by Taryn that she felt the fabrics weren't so crazy random, but I like the old time-y make do with tiny scraps notions.
ReplyDeleteI also love that you plan t send it on and have it finished for donation.
Your snowy road looks daunting, I do hope you get warmer days soon.
love, lizzy
Messy is a good way to describe the fabric combinations in this quilt, Lizzy. Yes, Taryn did think that some of the fabrics were less random and more carefully used, but I had the sense that she was talking more about how the fabrics were used than which fabrics were chosen and where they were placed. I agree, I love the idea that the original block maker used what she had on hand.
DeleteWe've had temperatures in the high 40s this week and predicted for high 50s tomorrow. It's been mostly grey with deep clouds lately, though. I hope tomorrow is different. It's hard for me to feel motivated with the greyness.
What a fun finish! How kind and generous of you to donate it as a finish!!!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteThanks, Terry. I'm so far behind in quilting tops I decided I need to do something if I'm going to continue making quilts!
DeleteI love scrappiness but I'll bet it's harder than it would seem to ensure that level of intentional scrappiness. Glad you persisted because the quilt looks great! Yes, a warmup is coming--upper 40's.
ReplyDeleteI think the only way I could have come up with these stars is using the original maker's blocks as examples. I would not have put some of these fabrics together on my own! So yes, harder. Thank you for your kind comment.
DeleteIt was in the high 40s today, but cloudy and deep grey most of the days.
Hooray indeed for a top finish! It looks great and unless you are told to look close, you maybe won't notice the ultra scrappiness of it? Hopefully someone will find it as charming as you do. And I'm so glad you found your photos and were able to get at least one onto the blog.
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm hoping someone will find it charming, Katie. Scrappy, especially at this level, is not everyone's cup of tea.
DeleteHow this new phone handles photos is really a hassle but I'm grateful to have found them. Thank you!
This is a great vintage looking piece, Nancy. Well done. I like the scrappiness of it.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you may have takers for it, too. That is wonderful!
If I can get a blog post written tomorrow, I will try to share the snowy, frosty photos I took yesterday.
Thank you, Janet. It was fun to make, and I'm grateful someone is willing to quilt it and pass it on. I have too many tops waiting in the wings for quilting. I'm such a slow hand quilter!
DeleteI haven't looked at your post today yet, but am headed there soon.
Oh, I miss Ohio; I grew up near Ashland/Mansfield. This time of year is the worst as you get snow/ice storms for sure, but in between those lovely warm days reminding you of spring. Wisconsin is not nearly as kind. But I love your 6 inch blocks with all the variety of fabrics. Such a good little project with a great conclusion.
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