I am so ready for it! It seems like it has been a long, cold and snowy winter, and I am looking forward to working in my garden again and enjoying some warmer weather. I have seen some daffodils and hyacinths blooming, a sure harbinger of spring, and also a few trees beginning to leaf out! I am sure you are as anxious as I am.
The card trick block is an old favorite. This quilt was made for a special granddaughter who is into those pink and brown colors. I have this child in my Awana's group, and she is definitely a modern girly girl, so I tried to design the quilting to match her personality.
Even though the block is traditional, the quilting does not have to be, so I ended up with a bit of a mix in my quilting patterns. I combined all 3 borders and used a more modern feather pattern.
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| Feathered border |
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| Card Trick block |
I thought the blocks themselves needed a more contemporary pattern, so I got out my sketchbook and started doodling. I played with hearts, swirls, feathers, curls, etc., but was not really getting what I wanted, then I ran across this pattern by Quilter's Niche, and thought it was perfect.
For the sashings, I chose a simple feather pattern, adding in a sashiko corner for a different look. I have included a photo of the back of the quilt so you can get a different view and see how the patterns work together.
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| Back of quilt |
Well, I have to get my exercise in and then get to work, but I think the pink backing on this quilt leaves me in the pink with happy thoughts, and inspires me for the blocks on my next quilt. Though it is a little cooler today (with predictions of snow even!) spring is in the air, and I hope we will all be able to enjoy it soon.
Until next time, happy quilting!
Cathy
As always, looks like you chose the perfect pattern for this quilt! The design fits perfectly. Gorgeous--front and back!
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