Finally took the leap and cut into my beautiful box of Denyse Schmidt's Modern Solids collection for Free Spirit Fabrics. I had been waffling between several different ideas for my entry in the Modern Solids, Traditional Inspiration challenge -- with this box of 75 full-spectrum fat quarters, the possibilities are literally endless! -- but ultimately decided to pick a direction and take the plunge.
Inspiration came to be in the form of my friend Angela Pingel's new book, A Quilter's Mixology: Shaking Up Curved Piecing. I fell in love with her Petal Pushers quilt and envisioned a version in Denyse's bright rainbow of colors, but with a few slight alterations.
First, I had planned on 3 shades of a particular color for each block. But these blocks are BIG! Finishing at 24", the fat quarters don't stretch quite far enough to make a complete block. No worries! I decided to dive into my Denyse Schmidt collection to pull out a couple of coordinating scraps to help complete each block. I thought this felt in the spirit of Denyse's classic log cabin blocks, but with a bit of a twist.
Second, I decided that I am going to assemble the quilt top with the blocks on point. As much as I like Angela's original layout, I prefer to look at these blocks tilted on a 45-degree angle. On point, they are more diamond in shape and remind me of paper lanterns.
I had mentioned previously that the challenge would also entail some fun giveaways, and I am so excited that Free Spirit has provided me with a fat quarter bundle of Denyse Schmidt's Hadley collection for one lucky Quilt Dad winner. Stay tuned for details on how to enter!
Unfortunately I can't see the on point layout (,unless I turn my tablet!!l) but those blocks look great and kinda remind me of cat's eyes!!
ReplyDeleteI can't see the onpoint photo either.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the pop of pattern in the blocks!!! What an amazing look it gives!! I also cannot see the on point pic! :(
ReplyDeleteLove this quilt - the blocks are awesome!!! But honestly, I was expecting your quilt made with a Jolly Bar...hope all is well in your world!! I know you are crazy busy with all your wonderful creating!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful collection of solid fabrics! I just picked up a few Hadley bundles myself. It didn't catch my eye when it first came out but for some reason it's grown on me so much!
ReplyDeleteI listened to you on Pat Sloans radio show (it was an older podcast but I've been working my way through the ones that interest me) and I am so impressed by how much you get done. You were right on the money with cutting out tv! It's such a time sucker and as much as I enjoy it, I can get so much more done when I turn the tv off!
I look forward to seeing the progress on this quilt. I like the bits of scraps added in, really livens it up.
Looks beautiful so far! Loving that green print up there-- must have been in a collection before I started quilting. I can't wait to see the completed quilt!
ReplyDeleteLovely! Great idea to add in those prints for extra interest on these fun blocks. Can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt! It is soooo bright and the additional DS prints are like the cherries on top. <3
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous!
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