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Friday, May 15, 2015

H2H Finale: Rainbow Hexagons

It's hard to believe it was almost two years ago that I emptied my buckets of scrappy strips...

...and made this rainbow of hexagons: 

It's fun to see them finally put together into a quilt!
(I like the solid centers much better too.)

This quilt has been so much fun to create and it makes my heart smile knowing it's soon to be on it's way to be part of  Sarah's H2H Charity Challenge.  
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I think this quilt will make the perfect Happy Chemo hug with it's soft red flannel backing and        cute polka-dot binding don't ya think?!

It's also the perfect lap size quilt finishing at 40"x60". (At least that's what I thought while I got to use it while binding it this week.) And I have to say, this Daisy May Pantograph is quickly becoming one of my favorite patterns to quilt. 

 Are ya wondering where my photo bombing Jackson is? I was too actually, until I spied him nearby, but I geuss too busy with all the Spring activities in the yard today to interrupt me.
(I mean be part of the photo shoot! LOL!!)
So it's time to get this one in the wash then packed up to send to a Happy Chemo recipient.
It's a soft rainy day here and with still 13 1/2 days of school left, I geuss I better get myself ready for work.(Can ya tell I'd rather stay home and sew. LOL!) Hope your Friday is great!

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42 comments:

  1. JayneMay 15, 2015 at 7:39 AM

    I love those rainbow hexies! What a beautiful quilt!

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  2. Quilt n QueenMay 15, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    An awesome quilt for an awesome cause!! I'm still working on my H2H quilt...I will have it finished by next week! I have never made a hexi and really want learn. I've had this idea in my mind to make a hexi Tammy bag, my goal is to have it finished by the end of July. I'm really challenging myself with this project. Enjoy your day!! Happy stitching, Pauline

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  3. MariMay 15, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    What a beautiful quilt! Sure to make someone feel cozy and warm. I never thought of string piecing hexies--I might have to try that!

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  4. Tanya Quilts in COMay 15, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    The quilt is gorgeous and I do love the daisy quilting. I hope the person who receives it enjoys your quilty hug! After today, we have 2.5 days until summer--I think I can, I think I can...

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  5. Dogwood Lane RamblesMay 15, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    So cheerful the red flannel back and colorful hexis would warm anyone's heart. I love those hexis, have you posted a tutorial on how to make them, am I the last to know?

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  6. JasmineMay 15, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    I love the layout you selected. The rainbow hexies really sparkle on the black background. And I can totally see why you love that pantograph. Super cute!

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  7. TerryMay 15, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    really nice Val

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  8. MinaMay 15, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Very beautiful! I am putting this on my to-do list!

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  9. VeraMay 15, 2015 at 11:37 AM

    Looks great! Well done! I like your layout and quilting.

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  10. Jess (a.k.a. Rosie)May 15, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Love your hexies, and the quilting is gorgeous!!! Love the daisy panto!!! Really brings it to life :-) Visiting from TGIFF.

    ~ Jess ~
    Everything Is Coming Up Rosie

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  11. HeideMay 15, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Awesome!

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  12. ✄ Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy ✄May 15, 2015 at 12:24 PM

    Gorgeous! The recipient is going to be so thrilled with it. I love the colors. Perfect!!

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  13. Sue DaurioMay 15, 2015 at 12:39 PM

    Daisy May is an awesome pantograph and so fitting for this quilt. Oh, I LOVE LOVE LOVE the colors of the hexies and the polka binding just finishes it off so nicely. Great finish!

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  14. Siouxzq64@gmail.comMay 15, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    Such a beautiful quilt. Anyone who receives it will surely be blessed.

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  15. Lorna McMahonMay 15, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    Love those bright and scrappy hexies against the dark background, Val. And the quilting makes me smile! Love that Daisy May!

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  16. Myra @ Busy Hands QuiltsMay 15, 2015 at 4:16 PM

    Love love love your quilt! You could enter it in the Blogger's Quilt Festival.

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  17. Myra @ Busy Hands QuiltsMay 15, 2015 at 4:19 PM

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  18. ReneeMay 15, 2015 at 7:18 PM

    What a lovely way to use up scraps! Love the bright hexies on the black background!

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  19. KimMay 15, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    Those hexies are awesome! They really pop with the black background. How lovely it will envelope someone with a warm and colourful hug!

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  20. kathyinozarksMay 16, 2015 at 5:20 AM

    Love it-and I do love the plain centers better too-Jackson always makes me smile lol Happy Weekend

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  21. Karen HMay 16, 2015 at 6:08 AM

    Val, it is beautiful! You did a great job and it is going to make someone very happy!

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  22. Jenn @ A Quarter Inch from the EdgeMay 16, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    Love how the bright hexies look with the black background and your quilting works really well with the flower-y hexies. Thanks for linking up with TGIFF!

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  23. JackieMay 16, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    I love the way you used up all of your scraps. I consider scrap quilt bonus quilts and it seems as though the possibilites are endless.

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  24. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsMay 17, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! Love the scrappy hexies. You have such a way with using your scraps. Someone very lucky is going to receive a hug from you. Just amazing!

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  25. Mary HueyMay 19, 2015 at 5:57 AM

    Great finish!

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  26. RamonaMay 19, 2015 at 6:27 AM

    Great, great quilt! I love your striped hexies. It will be a treasure to the person who receives it. Beautiful!

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  27. Vicki in MNMay 19, 2015 at 11:48 AM

    I really like how that came out, congrats on the finish. How big did you make each hexie? I have loads of strips and I LOVE hexies, sounds like a future project, LOL

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  28. Anne / Springleaf StudiosMay 19, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    Great striped effect in the hexies. I'm sure it will find a good home with a chemo patient.

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  29. MicheleMay 21, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    That looks great.

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  30. KateMay 24, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    Beautifully done! What a great way to use up a few orphan blocks.

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  31. Angie in SoCalMay 26, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    What a wonderful hexie quilt! Congrats on your scrappy finish. And you're right - it's the perfect size for a lap quilt.

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  32. SamanthaMay 28, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    Those rainbow hexies are inspired! And I agree with you about the solid centers- it makes the scraps pop all the more.

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  33. UnknownMay 30, 2015 at 3:38 PM

    It's rainbow perfection!

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  34. LixieMay 31, 2015 at 10:59 AM

    I really like this. I love it when blocks you didn't have a use for at the time end up being so perfect for a project in later years. I've also been making for the H2H drive and love seeing what everyone else has made!

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  35. TerriMay 31, 2015 at 12:15 PM

    Lots to see and flowers - and that polka dot border... Lots of love in that quilt.
    Hugs

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  36. KarenMay 31, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    Very cheerful quilt. A wonderful gift to Happy Chemo.

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  37. Scrappy quilterMay 31, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Wonderful quilt for a worthy cause.

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  38. ThreeOldKeysMay 31, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    So beautiful, so striking! It's a great quilt.

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  39. Sarah CraigJune 1, 2015 at 8:15 PM

    It's absolutely gorgeous, Val! Sure to make someone very happy and comforted! Thanks so much for participating in the Challenge this year!

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  40. Carol E.June 1, 2015 at 9:15 PM

    Gorgeous quilt!!!

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  41. QuiltingrannyJune 6, 2015 at 9:23 AM

    I love it! It is going to be the quilt that gets the ooh's and aah's of everyone who see's it. Thank you for doing this. My mom passed of breast cancer in 2010 and the one thing she always complained about during chemo was being cold!

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  42. Carole @ Fresh off the FrameJuly 22, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    Oh, gosh, how did I miss this post?? Thanks for the link, Val!
    Did you chop each hexi in half and sew the top together in strips? Kinda like a one block wonder is constructed? I love how it made the strip piecing look more complex. Also, using solid centers was a very good decision. Love it!

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I have to admit, your comments make me smile! Thanks for sharing and for letting me know you stopped by. I Hope your day is awesome!

Val:)