Friday, 17 April 2015

144 HSTs Quilt ... a delightful finish :)

It's wonderful to be able to share another finished quilt. The top was only done at the beginning of February so not too bad really! A gift for my frolleague, my #2, who works hard, makes me laugh and loves my (quilting) work!

Inspired by a photo she sent me of the HST rug she had bought for her new conservatory, I selected mainly Makower Spraytimes, with a few Kona Solids and other plain fabrics from my stash:



Each HST was trimmed to 5.5" and pinned to within an inch of its life - still didn't give me 100% perfect points, but I can live with that:



A few more photos:




Binding - is it really like Marmite? Well, I LOVE it! 


I didn't clock how much time this took to make but Mandy asked so I tried to calculate and I would estimate at least 50 hours. She loved it! I do believe her eyes were a little moist when I gave it to her on Monday ... bless! That's why we do what we do, hey? 

Linking up with Amanda Jean and Sarah.


11 comments:

  1. This is my favorite one yet. Your points look perfect and I bet she is in love with it. YEAH you!!!!!

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  2. Lovely quilt from a lovely lady!
    I think I have to make one for myself, if it´s ok with you!?

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  3. Fabulous HST quilt -- color selection and placement really makes it sing. Congratulations on a beautiful finish and a beautiful friendship!

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  4. turned out fabulous. Isn't it amazing how the simple little HST and turn into a gorgeous quilt. great job. micki@2dogsstudio.us

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  5. Nice quilt. I have not made a quilt in just solids before. I really like the effect. Must put it on the 'to do' list. Visiting from FIUF.

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  6. What an amazing finish! I love all those HST. It looks so much like the inspiration photo. Well done!

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  7. Beautiful quilt! Love the colors you chose!

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  8. Stunning! Such a lovely finish! I love your HST's... the versatility of the pattern, the colours, and using solely solids is an achievement! Linda

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  9. It just sparkles! Beautiful

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  10. This looks just wonderful! What a beautiful gift. I'm sure she absolutely loved it.

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  11. This is my favorite quilt Jen!! I love the pattern, the colours and everything about it! You have done such a nice job as usual. Your coworker will love it!!

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