Friday, March 3, 2017

A Finish and a Little Bit of Red

This week, I focused on finishing up my RSC16 sixteen patch quilt so that I could deliver it to my SIL.  And I met that goal!


I'm really happy with the gray pin dot backing and binding - 


and the diagonal grid quilting.


I made a label for it using some scraps from one of the blocks.


She was really surprised, and pleased, I think.  And I know she'll use it because she's one of those people who is always cold and loves to be all bundled up!


One thing I really enjoy doing as I'm quilting is getting a close-up look at all the pretty fabrics in my quilts.  I love this section of red.


I got to wondering if there was any of that red with the bright yellow flowers on it left in my stash.  Sure enough, there was!  So, since Angela declared March to be Red month for the RSC16, I quickly stitched up a bow tie block!  Love it!


Happy Scrap Happy Saturday to all my fellow Rainbow Scrap Challengers!  See you  over at Angela's blog, SoScrappy!







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25 comments:

  1. LindaMarch 3, 2017 at 10:23 PM

    Oh it's beautiful! I didn't realize how big it was till I saw it on your sofa!

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  2. Libby in TNMarch 4, 2017 at 5:25 AM

    Beautiful finish! Many times simplest is best. Like you, I enjoy my fabrics close up.

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  3. Vicki in MNMarch 4, 2017 at 6:44 AM

    The quilt turned out just as gorgeous as I thought it would. Congrats on the finish and how wonderful to know she will use it and love it so much!

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  4. Kathy S.March 4, 2017 at 7:05 AM

    What a beautiful hug. I hope your SIL finds a little comfort in it. I love the simplicity of it and definitely that grey dot backing. It's calming.

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  5. KateMarch 4, 2017 at 7:16 AM

    Congrats on a beautiful finish. My daughter always refers to her quilts as hugs, so you gave a lot of hugs to your SIL.

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  6. Mary in Peoria HandmadeMarch 4, 2017 at 7:17 AM

    What a lovely finish! I also like that gray dot!

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  7. Frog QuilterMarch 4, 2017 at 8:28 AM

    Really pretty. If she gets tired of it, I bet I could find it a home where all quilt are loved on.

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  8. JenniferMarch 4, 2017 at 8:34 AM

    love it! I see some fantastic fabrics in there- and 16 patches never seem to get old, right? I'm on year 3 and counting....

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  9. CathyMarch 4, 2017 at 8:38 AM

    I love how your quilt turned out and am so glad your SIL enjoyed it! It was a thoughtful gift. And it looks as though you’re going to have some fun red scraps to play with this month!

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  10. Quilter KathyMarch 4, 2017 at 8:51 AM

    What a gorgeous finish! I'm sure it will be well loved and very much appreciated!

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  11. Alycia~QuiltygirlMarch 4, 2017 at 8:53 AM

    Wow - what a great finish!!

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  12. Kat ScribnerMarch 4, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    Great finish! and love the label too; just right.

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  13. ChantalMarch 4, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    Congrats on this beautiful finish. Cute little label too. ;^)

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  14. The Joyful QuilterMarch 4, 2017 at 12:27 PM

    SEW glad to hear that your SIL is happy with her quilt!!

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  15. claudiaMarch 4, 2017 at 1:59 PM

    The quilt for your SIL is beautiful! She will definitely cherish it!

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  16. MarlyMarch 4, 2017 at 3:10 PM

    It's beautiful Diann; it looks like a modern tartan.

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  17. SheilaMarch 4, 2017 at 4:41 PM

    Beautiful finish! No border needed. Looks soft and comfy. Perfect for a snuggle.

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  18. Nell's QuiltsMarch 4, 2017 at 6:12 PM

    Great finish on that scrappy 16 patch block quilt. Your fabrics were so striking. Cute little bow tie.

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  19. PaulaB quiltsMarch 4, 2017 at 7:24 PM

    A lovely quilt and it is so nice you are passing on memories.

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  20. Cathy TommMarch 4, 2017 at 9:26 PM

    Great quilt finish! Love when you have a favorite scrap and you find just a bit more. I have a red with little oranges on it that is one of my most cherished scraps, it has the same brightness as your red and flowers.

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  21. AngieMarch 5, 2017 at 6:33 AM

    Great finish! It's been fun watching this quilt progress...I'm sure your friend will love using it!

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  22. Sally TrudeMarch 5, 2017 at 7:00 AM

    What a beautiful hug of a quilt. And your choice of whimsical prints will make it especially fun up close.

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  23. JasmineMarch 5, 2017 at 11:25 AM

    Your sixteen patch quilt looks so pretty all finished. What a sweet gift.

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  24. Katie Z.March 5, 2017 at 2:11 PM

    Your quilt is fabulous! I love 16 patches.

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  25. gayleMarch 5, 2017 at 5:20 PM

    Beautiful! A perfect gift for your SIL.
    And I love that bowtie in that print!

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