As described here, I wanted to transform this fat quarter bundle from this...
...into this Chevron Quilt. I used Kelly's (from My Quilt Infatuation) Chevron Tutorial and found this pattern to be just as quick and easy as she proclaimed it would be, so this was not a WIP very long. I had to make do with an inside photo shoot due to the rain we are having...but Jackson didn't seem to mind.
The backing is the same blue butterfly fabric I used in the border and the binding is a Sketch fabric and the color is called Lipstick.(I love that name!) I couldn't resist quilting this with whimsical butterfly pantograph that includes the words: colorful, beautiful, and butterfly scripted between the fluttering butterflies! I used a bright variegated pink thread and this measures into a cozy 48" x 66" lap size quilt that I plan to keep and use.
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Melissa of Sew BitterSweet Designs
As, without the motivation of ALYofF, I don't think I would have got this one done. Stop by & check out everyone's March finishes & thanks a bunch for stopping by to see mine.
With smiles!
Val:)
Val:)
I love the fabrics that you used. Great finish!! :)
ReplyDeleteLove the pic of fabrics on- the- line! and your finished quilt looks great, Linda
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your finish! Looking good!
ReplyDeleteLove chevron quilts! The picture of Jackson is adorable! Love that he is sitting on quilts with a quilt behind him! Perfect!
ReplyDeletehooray for YOU! It looks fabulous, and I'm so glad you found it to be easy! your pup is precious too!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for showing this off at Needle and Thread Thursday!
:) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation
What a fun finish, Val! I love the butterfly quilting with the words.
ReplyDeleteLovely finish Val -- woohoo!! It's on my list because I am in love with those Chevrons.... Thanks so much for sharing with us. Karen
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! I love the picture of all the fat quarters hanging up. So much more interesting than just folded up on a table.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fabrics! I just love chevrons! In fact, I finished a little one this week, too. Take care, Val!
ReplyDeleteAwesome job Val, the patchwork is lovely and the quilting is fun!
ReplyDeleteWait, I swear you just started this project! It turned out wonderful. Love the fabrics and the quilting just beautiful! Way to go, Val!
ReplyDeleteLovely, and great quilting choice. The butterflies look perfect with the floral fabrics!
ReplyDeleteThis quilt feels both modern and traditional at the same time. I really do love it.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great. Congrats on the finish.
ReplyDeleteLove your fabric choices. So much fun !
ReplyDeleteRose
LURVE the quilting and your fabric hanging on the line! The quilt is beautiful :) Once again, Jackson has stolen the show! What a photogenic little ham!! haha
ReplyDeleteVal I love the Chevron quilt. I am going to make a Chevron too soon.
ReplyDeleteThe chevron quilt is terrific! And I love how Jackson makes sure that he is front and center! Cutie-pie guy!
ReplyDeleteI love the words you've quilted on there - very special for your own quilt. Enjoy., and congrats on the finish.
ReplyDeleteLovely quilt Val! I love chevrons! Yours turned out fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up to Fabric Frenzy Friday!
-Lindsey
Fabric Frenzy Friday
I made the same quilt from the same tutorial and I loved it. One of my favorites. I am trying to find the time to do another one. Yours is just beautiful, nice job!!
ReplyDeleteI love your bright cheery fabrics. I found Chevrons to be a such a fun fast and rewarding projects. May need to go back to do it again soon! And your quilting is Great!
ReplyDeleteI learned to make a chevron with HST's while back...but I need to get out of my box and use my scraps to make the zigzags! Thanks for the inspiration and the linky party!
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