A while ago a few of the “7 Sistahs”
had a day of retail therapy. My friend Kathy spied this wild and crazy border
fabric (Jason Yenter). I fell in love right away. Now, Kathy can make a silk
purse out of any old fabric. Give her something unusual and she will turn it
into a gem! I am much more regimented and find it hard to venture out of my
reproduction fabric comfort zone. Since we both loved the fabric, we decided to
challenge ourselves to make something each in our own style. I was going to
keep mine a surprise until Kathy made hers, but… it has been a busy summer for
all of us! Since I entered it in this year’s show it is no longer a secret.
Here is what I came up with.
I had a few scraps leftover
from this giant so, I made them into my September mini.
And, since these scraps just wouldn't go away on their own, I whipped up this little mug rug with the leftover half squares!
So cute! I am NOT a precision piecer but, they are close enough for me! I like to think that what I lack in precision, I make up for in spirit!
And, since these scraps just wouldn't go away on their own, I whipped up this little mug rug with the leftover half squares!
I think I may be over my "neon" phase for now. I will have to get back to it someday as I still have a lot of these repros!
Take a little time to visit my partners in crime to see what gems they have come up with.
Janet - Rogue Quilter
Kyle - Timeless Reflections
Barbara - Quilts, Gravestones and Other Elusive Ancestors
Kyle - Timeless Reflections
Barbara - Quilts, Gravestones and Other Elusive Ancestors
Cynthia - Wabi-Sabi Quilts
These 2 fabulous faithful friends have had a busy summer as well and may not get to post a mini this month. I am linking them up so you can catch up on what they have been doing! Happy quilting!
Randy - Barrister’s Block
Barb - Fun With Barb
These 2 fabulous faithful friends have had a busy summer as well and may not get to post a mini this month. I am linking them up so you can catch up on what they have been doing! Happy quilting!
Randy - Barrister’s Block
Barb - Fun With Barb
Wow. Your quilts are simply stunning, Wendy! And I love how you made use of every last scrap.
ReplyDeleteYou always amaze me with you sense of color and contrast, so evident in these little quilts. Your applique and hand quilting are perfect!
I finished mine last night, now must get on the ball and take/post some pictures!
Wait a minute... thats a nickel?? Yikes, those triangle squares are tiny!
ReplyDeleteThat border is amazing and you used it in a perfect way!! The quilt that keeps on giving.....So many fun scraps!!
ReplyDeleteWow, Wendy! Love how you pulled the colors from the border and made a quilt with your repro fabrics. Such interesting border fabric. Wonder if any is still available. I will look.
ReplyDeleteYes wild and crazy... and totally fabulous... border fabric, and looks like you created a fabulous quilt with it! Love your bright mini(s) too. Those are some tiny pieces. Your foray into neon worked!
ReplyDeleteYou did wonderfully well for going out of your comfort zone with the border fabric. I love how you were able to find the right repro fabrics to go with the bright border. I love when you can blend modern and traditional together. Congrats on a beautiful quilt.
ReplyDeleteGreat personal challenge quilt! I remember you showed Randy and me that fabric. I can't remember what stage the quilt was in but I sure remember that fabric! It's beautiful! and I love the way you used up all the leftovers! A mini in a mini!!! cheers!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Wendy, I LOVE it all!! That fantastic border fabric frames your piece like it was meant to be. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAnd what you have done with all the tiny bits leftover--be still my heart! The September mini is SO beautiful, and its baby sister is adorable. I am so proud of your use of all those bitty pieces!
Lots of lovely pieces out of one set of fabrics. I really like that floral border.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty impressed with your lack of precision, my dear! They all look amazing. And I love that you found uses for the leftover hsts!! GREAT border fabric and I LOVE the challenge. I would love to see her purses!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the shout-out... I have been ridiculously busy with the grandkids (a great way to be busy, right??) so haven't done much except for trying to get my Moda Blockheads II finished!!
Maybe I'll surprise even myself and whip up something before Oct. 1
xxxx
What a gorgeous quilt you made with that beautiful border print!! It just glows - I love it! The 2 minis you made from the leftovers are wonderful as well. You've used such pretty, bright, repro scraps - my favorite!
ReplyDeleteIf these fabrics are out of your comfort zone I certainly can't tell, the quilts you've created are glorious in their use of color and design!
ReplyDeleteI am in awe! Such a beautiful quilt. Your little mini is adorable.
ReplyDeletegorgeous wendy, all of them! glad to see you are managing to keep busy...LOL
ReplyDeleteOh, Wendy, you've done it again. That border is great. Those neon blacks make all the colors pop, pop, pop! Your mini just sparkles. And it filters down to the mini mat. Love all three!!
ReplyDeletePerfect hand quilting in the middle! Great use of that busy printed fabric. It turned out fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI love your challenge quilt! I can't wait to see it at the show!
ReplyDeleteThat is one wild and crazy border! It's perfect to frame your neon print hsts and that lovely appliqued center block. Love both your mini and mug rug. Such great colors! Beautiful work, Wendy!
ReplyDeleteThat border fabric is definitely swoon-worthy! I love what you did with it!
ReplyDeleteWee - your big quilt is fabulous! and your minis are absolutely the cutest little things. They look like candy.
ReplyDeleteThanks for including me, without shaming me, lol. I really hope to get another 1 or 2 done this year. Thank you for all your hostessing talents, it sure is fun!
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