I have done a little sewing this week, and completed a quilt top for my new granddaughter, due to arrive November 20. Her name is Taralyn, which I think is a sweet name, and of course she has to have sweet feminine quilt as well. There is an ad on tv that says "Clothes make the man" - not sure I agree with that ad, but I do think in this case, the Fabric makes the quilt. It is a very simple pattern, but these fabrics are wonderful and I think the quilt is perfect for a sweet baby girl. The fabrics are Aviary by Three Sisters for Moda. I plan to machine stitch in the ditch around the sashings, and hand quilt butterflies in the squares and border.
The only problem I had was setting the blocks on point. Its hard to believe, with all the quilts I have made that I have never set one on point - at least not without the instructions telling me what size to cut the blocks. I am sure I have quite a few instructions in my library of books and magazines, but its easy to google it and find something on the net. I found great instructions at Quiltville Custom Printing which involved some calculations. Now I use Excel software in my job and the minute I see calculations, I have to translate that to an Excel spreadsheet, which I did. So all that is necessary is to enter the block size, sashing size and it computes the size of squares to cut. If you would like a copy of this spreadsheet, I will happily share it with you - just let me know your eaddy and I will send it on out. Highlighted in blue are the numbers you have to enter - including rounding up the measurements - but no calculations, Excel does all that for you.Happy Stitchin'
Teresa
It is a sweet quilt for a sweet baby girl. Great idea using the spreadsheet. I am glad your mother is doing better. She must have quite a strong constitution. Good for her!
ReplyDeleteLove the spread sheet. Send a copy my way, would ya? You know the address.
ReplyDeleteJust love the quilt. I believe every little girl should have at least one girly-girl quilt!
What wonderful news about your mom.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt...oh your spreadsheet sounds great...what a clever girl you are.
Very sweet quilt. Wish I even knew excel to make a spread sheet. That is a fabulous idea! So happy to hear your mom is doing better. Love that she has spunk!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a sweet quilt! I love the pattern and the colors. An heirloom for sure... :)
ReplyDeleteMom, Taralyn's quilt is gorgeous! Great job with it. :] I love you!!!
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Hello Teresa, I have missed catching up with you....glad to hear your Mum is getting stronger....love the quilt you have made for baby.....soft, pretty colours....Teresa, I would love to have a copy of the spreadsheet if you have time to email it to me...hugs lyn
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet baby quilt - perfect colors for a new little one. blessings, marlene
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your mother is feeling better! And that quilt is just beautiful -- you're right -- just perfect for a little baby girl!
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