Last Sunday I had the opportunity to attend a "fastest quilt in the west" class. I started with 10 fat quarters and the tutor had bought some examples of her quilts to give us ideas of final layouts. The morning was spent measuring, then measuring again, then cutting; and after lunch we were finally able to make blocks. Once all our blocks were made the fun part started, moving them around until we were happy with the layout. My quilt is for Josh (14 years) who in the last year has shot up to just over 6 feet tall and needs a bigger bed. I made him a Boys Story quilt in 2011
here and it is now too small! After trying different block arrangements, the class consensus was the zigzag design as a more boyish look. I was amazed to get the main part of the quilt sewn together in a day, now it needs some borders to finish it. I'm thinking they may take longer to do than the first part!
Oh, and look, I made a sock! Wendy xx
Oh Wendy I love it :-) I just love the colours you have chosen for Josh & the layout you went wit. How exciting to get all that done in a days sewing, sometimes classes are great like that. Your sock looks wonderful but I am a bit worried about the other foot getting cold . . . x0x
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely quilt and I love your layout and colour choice.... I had to go and have another look at your Boys Story and I have my top made and I really must finish it off....
ReplyDeletePS... lovely sock too
Hugz
Looks great! Great colours, perfect for your son. It's a great when a class gets you so motivated.
ReplyDeleteI hope the nice sock will get a partner.
Oh wow.
ReplyDeleteThose quilt blocks must be big. Looks great
wow love Josh's new quilt. The colour combinations are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLovely sock too!
Love your new quilt Wendy - what a great class
ReplyDeleteMaximum impact with that layout. Great start on the bigger quilt.
ReplyDeleteCool sock, I'm it'll have a partner soon.
Awesome Wendy,you always make such beautiful things.xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous way to make a quick quilt. Love the sock too.
ReplyDeleteIt will make a splendid boyish quilt !!
ReplyDeleteBravo for the sock !!
Florence
Wow, that is fast, and a great design too. I hope your sock is getting a partner.
ReplyDeleteLove it, blue and brown look fabulous together. Fab sock too.
ReplyDeleteOh that sounds like a fun class and your quilt is gorgeous ! Love the sock too :-)
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is wonderful, Wendy. I'm sure Josh is going to love it. Love the sock too!
ReplyDeleteWonderful Wendy... Love your fabrics. Cute sock xx
ReplyDeleteGreat boys quilt cant believe it took just one day! Knitting a pair of socks is on my one day list so I'm very impressed and the stripey wool is great.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely quilt! So cosy!
ReplyDeleteThe sock is cute too :)
Hugs,
Tatyana
Wendy, this quilt is gorgeous and looks just perfect for your young chappie. Love those colours :-) Cool sock - you'll have been needing it this past week! (and its mate!!)
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