April Blossoms Quilt
This pattern was featured in the March/April issue of Quiltmaker Magazine. When I saw it, I knew that it would be the perfect stash-buster! It’s so much fun to use up old fabric, so I can go shopping for more!
This quilt is made by hand-appliqueing a central square that measures 24 inches. Then, seven different borders are added that consist of half-square triangles, piano keys, standard borders, and four rectangular areas with more hand-applique. Having lots of large sections made the quilt top go together very quickly, and it was lots of fun!
To complete the quilt, I used a very small stipple in the areas surrounding the appliques, and patterns from Anne Bright’s Merrily Blooming collection for all of the other areas.
To finish everything and add a little more pizzazz, I made yo-yos from fabric, attched them to the flowers, and then added buttons on top! If you click on these images below, and then click again, you will be able to see the full size pictures.
6 comments
Robin that is a gorgeous quilt. I dearly love your bright colors. I love your quilting patterns. since my birthday was the 1st day of April this sure would be a great birthday present…..haha
Glenna
Glenna we’ll have to arm wrestle for it. I’m sure Robin had me in mind the whole time she was making this one!!!
Robin, this one is sure to be a winner in any quilt show!!! Great Job!
I am in awe of your use of colors. Absolutely love this quilt! Love the addition of the yoyo’s too! Beautiful job!
BEAUTIFUL ! You make it look so easy! Love the hearts..my favorite !
Robin, that quilt took my eye when I saw it in Quilter’s World. Now that I’ve seen your beautiful work, I’m glad that I didn’t do it. Yours is beautiful, and I don’t choose vibrant colors, so would pale in comparison. Great quilt and wonderful quilting!! Thanks for sharing!
The colors are stunning! I love this…and of course the quilting makes the quilt..beautiful work. Congrats on a great job!!!
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