Baby Quilt: Finished!
Categories: Sewing
I can’t believe I’m typing this less than a year after forking out a sewing machine for the first time ever. I completely made a quilt. Yes, I made a quilt before, but that was yarn-tied and not properly binded (after doing some research), so I will call this one my first quilt also. 
The idea sparked after my local quilt shop had a 50% off sale. I raided the store for Amy Butler fabrics, as well as the charm pack and backing for this quilt.
Fabric is: Lily and Will charm pack, backing fabric is Plume by Tula Pink
The quilt pattern is from Oh, Fransson’s blog. It’s fabulous for a first quilt, because charm packs are pre-cut, and all you need to do is cut some of these in half for the colored strips. Then, cut a few strips of Kona cotton and you’re good to go. Easy and quick!
Of course, I laid out all of the squares and arranged them around. I think this was the most fun of the project. I love the pastels and designs.
I used Kona Cotton in Snow to put between the colored strips of fabric, and I think it just ended up looking fantastic!
I used a walking foot to quilt this in (not so) straight lines. That foot is my new BFF. It looks so puffy and cute!
Gosh, I hope the Mom and baby LOVE this quilt. This quilt was definitely a learning experience for me. My binding is not perfect in the least, but I will agree with the majority in saying that it’s fairly therapeutic to sit down and just finish off the binding by hand.
Next up? Time to work on my Christmas quilt block squares. There’s still time for you to join in the fun! We’re working on group 2.
It looks great! I’m just about to finish (hand-sew) the binding on my first quilt myself, glad to hear it’s not as bad as I was anticipating. I saw that pattern and have it starred to give a try, glad to see your success with it. Awesome job! I think mom and baby will love it!
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September 7th, 2010 at 7:55 AM
Thanks!! Good luck with the binding (and congrats on the first quilt)!!
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LOVE this quilt! The colors, fabric, pattern – is it bad that I want one my size to snuggle up in?!?
Great job!
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September 7th, 2010 at 10:09 AM
Aww, not a bad thing at all. I love snuggling up in cute quilts.
Thanks!
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It looks great, Amy! I love it!
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September 7th, 2010 at 10:08 AM
Thanks!!
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So cute! I love it
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OMG Adorable! I absolutely LOVE it!
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I would love to make a quilt but have been intimidated by strict patterns and lots of cutting. This looks right up my alley. It is officially bookmarked.
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September 8th, 2010 at 7:59 AM
Go for it!!
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Your first quilt is fantastic! I just finished my first quilt recently too, and agree that designing is the most fun, and even though I thought I couldn’t possibly like binding (boring!) surprisingly enough it was sweet satisfaction in those final stitches, watching and feeling it come to life in my hands.
Thanks for sharing!
Camille
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September 8th, 2010 at 7:59 AM
Completely agreed. When I was done, I felt such a huge sense of relief and knew this was it!
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I used to be a quilt maker and this is wonderful. I can´t believe it´s your first attempt. Don´t worry about the straight lines it looks just fine to me. It´s hard to get straight lines sometimes, I used to quilt with a squigely free hand design to avoid this problem. I like the way you have used plain fabric inbetween the rows – it really shows off the lovely colors.
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September 8th, 2010 at 7:59 AM
Thanks!! I want to get into squiggly stitches soon, but I’m not feeling brave enough yet.
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Wonderful project! Aren’t charm squares the greatest thing ever?
modalissa.blogspot.com
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This is beyond gorgeous. Congratulations! Lucky baby, btw
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Gorgeous quilt–I love the fabrics and colors. I think the walking foot is the best foot, too (once I finally figured out how to use it correctly). It actually makes quilting enjoyable!
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This quilt is beautiful — I love the fabric colors. I’m sure the recipients will adore it. I wouldn’t fret too much about the whether the lines are straight or not. Handmade items are never perfect — that’s part of their charm.
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So pretty, well done!! *I* would love it so much
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