Tuesday 5 February 2013

Postage Stamps: A Finish

My first finish of 2013! Collective hurrah! Here it is: Postage Stamps


I am thrilled with this quilt. It is one of those "I have been holding on to these scraps forever because I love them and now I finally did something with them" quilts. I know you have those too.I have blogged about the creation of this quilt here, here  and here


I was a little nervous of the sashing color I chose, but ultimately the neutral background makes those stamps pop!


My irrational fear of free motion quilting continues on, but I wanted to finish this off with something opposite to the straight lines of the stamp blocks, so I chose a scalloped stitch on my machine. The quilting looks lovely and after the wash there is a nice soft crinkle.


During this project I found the "Wonder clip". Where have you been all my life? I love these things. An excellent investment. I bought mine here at Bloomerie








Orange with white Polk a dots finish this quilt nicely and the backing magically worked with all of the colors on the top.



I am in love with this finish. After washing it got deliciously soft which I think will be wonderful for a night on the couch with a movie.

Here is the listing for this Postage Stamp Quilt:
  • 100% Cotton quality quilting cottons on the top, back and binding
  • 100% Cotton Batting
  • Measurements: 57 inches x 75 inches*;
  • Binding has been machine stitched for extra durability
  • Machine washable, line drying is preferred, but tumble drying is also an option
  • New and unused, it was made and is kept in a smoke-free home
  • This quilt is exactly as pictured and is ready for shipping.
  • Price: $ 175 CAD
A quilt is a thoughtful gift. This size quilt will be great for a cozy throw, wall hanging, or a drape on a chair or bed.

If you are interested in this quilt you can leave a comment here with your e-mail address and I will contact you directly or you can e-mail me at adrienneklenck@yahoo.com

* Please be sure to get out your tape measure to help visualize the actual size of the quilt to avoid any disappointment.

Thank you for stopping by
Adrienne

8 comments:

  1. Wow-ee!!! What a stunner! Your backing fabric is absolutely perfect. And the Wonder Clips -- we love those for binding, too!

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  2. Thank you Jess! Who would have thought that Dr. Suess fabric would work for the backing of this quilt :)

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  3. I love, love, love this quilt! It's stunning!

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  4. Thank you! I am quite smitten with it myself :)

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  5. I got out the tape measure and it just won't do for my double bed, otherwise i would jump at the chance to buy this quilt. I love it. I have more throws around than I can use already so it has to be bed size to attach me:-)

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    1. Thanks Melanie, that you got out the tape measure makes me super happy! Perhaps a bed size one down the road will attract you:)

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    2. After seeing this quilt again on FB, I've changed my mind. I want to buy it regardless of the size. Just love the colours and the design. Hope it's not gone already.
      I left my phone numbers on the FB message.

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