Yesterday afternoon I spent a few hours stitching down the binding on what is my first finish of the FAL, which means Q2 won't be a complete failure - get in!! This morning I took advantage of the sunny weather to get out in the in-laws garden and take some pics.
I am so chuffed with how this quilt has turned out, mostly because it is the first quilt I have made since taking up sewing that I can say is all my own design. From start to finish it is completely unique and that feels good to have accomplished.
I quilted it with a curved grid design which can only be described as 'very organic' as I only marked the first curve ;-)
For the back I used scraps of all the Kona colours some more of my never ending supply of the Ikea number print.
This quilt is going up as a wall hanging above my bed where it can give my hubby a dirty look on a daily basis ;-).
If you fancy making your own Pixel quilt I can't recommend the Caro Sheriden free craftsy course enough.
Quilt stats:
Design: My own - made as a project after taking the Craftsy course 'Pictures to pixel quilts' by Caro Sheriden
Fabrics: Kona solids - Snow, Ash, Medium grey, Steel, Coal, Charcoal, Pepper, Royal, Water and Caribean.
Backing: is a mix of the Kona solids and Ikea number print.
Binding: Kona Steel
Quilting: Curved grid design using a walking foot on my Janome Horizon.
Size: Approx 62" wide and 45" long.
Wow, it's stunning! The first photo should win prizes...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow Kelly!
ReplyDeletebrilliant. you rock! (I like your new header too)
ReplyDeleteReally gorgeous! Love the new look blog too :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat Sarah said. Plus I also like the inlaws' magnolias!
ReplyDeleteThis has turned out wonderfully! Well done!
ReplyDeleteWoo Hoo, It's awesome!! Fabulous photos too!!
ReplyDeleteOne of the coolest quilts I have ever seen! Amazing! Rx
ReplyDeleteOh get that in a quilt show. It is so amazing! Love it totally.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely brilliant Kelly - it is as fabulous in pictures as it is in person :)
ReplyDeleteClever you! What a great finish. Your quilting is great too.
ReplyDeleteIt is maxing! I love it! May take that course!
ReplyDeletefabtastic!
ReplyDeleteThat came out great! Before it goes on your wall, you should hang it so it's covering a front window and facing the street (if that makes sense). I'll bet that would grab some attention. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou should be amazingly proud - it's absolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteStupendous! My laptop has died, but this merits my iPad comment of the evening! Xxxxxxx
ReplyDeleteThis quilt is a triumph Kelly! And guaranteed to be unique. And an heirloom to boot! Love love love x
ReplyDeleteIts amazing Kelly!!! I absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing Kelly - really fab. Love the quilting!
ReplyDeleteamazing!
ReplyDeleteI spy with my little eye........
ReplyDeleteFabulous
That pic in the garden with the flowers is priceless. I keep hearing the lyrics,"Someone is watching you" in my head :) . It's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGosh it is beautiful and super cool. What a fabulous quilt!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love it! It's great to "freestyle" and make your own designs, especially when it's so successful, you obviously have an "eye" for it! ;o)
ReplyDeleteAwesome quilt and great photos too!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. I'm waiting for some of that number print from Ikea to arrive from the Uk with my parents. Though as they're in their 80s I shouldn't be disappointed if they don't get it for me.
ReplyDeletelooks fab, just got to find the time to try one of my own!
ReplyDeleteit's fantastic!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the finish! It is a beautiful quilt. I really like how the curved quilting looks with the eye! Love the backing too, especially how you you incorporated those solids from the front!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is exquisite!
ReplyDeleteNow get it entered in the sandown show! You've still got a few days and it would be fantastic to see it there.
ReplyDeleteIncredible quilt, stunning photos and fab new logo :-)
ReplyDeleteWow Kelly! I absolutely love it!
ReplyDeletegreat quilt and I enjoy your quilt stats for your project!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous, and the back is amazing too! I think I'd be torn on which side to display actually!
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