Well it is gardening time after a brief snow last
week but I am still stitching when there
is a break in the weather.
Can you see the village?
I was inspired by a Quilt Fabrication scrap quilt .
Using up a lot of my blue strip squares
made the top come together quickly.
Then I added a self-designed boat to the top.
One observer studied it a bit and
commented that she really liked the village on
the shore! Scraps quilts can really spark
imagination!
This smaller size top (55" x 68") has been
patiently waiting
for a turn under the needle.
The time has come and it is now getting stitched up.
The backing is a grey paisley with some
found blocks sewn in for width and interest.
It will almost make the quilt reversible once the
quilting is complete.
Waves will be quilted across the bottom,
then a shoreline with grassy plants. A few suggestions
of houses and buildings in the middle and clouds and
sun in the sky to finish at the top.
A nice blue patterned binding should match up nicely.
One more item off the May to do list !
It will be off to Michigan to celebrate a
3rd year for a nephew!
Scraps ahoy!
Stay safe and sew on !
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That is a neat way to use string blocks! I do see the village and love the boat, too. Enjoy finishing it up!
ReplyDeleteOh! I like it, so much Deb.
ReplyDeleteYep - definitely a village!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun thing to do with strings!
Love that string quilt!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely version of Susan's design, Deb!! It's going to be a wonderful gift for your little nephew.
ReplyDeleteGlad you noticed the credit! I am trying to make sure I record what inspires me since I am a picture sewer and not really very creative myself. I think my little great nephew will like it!
DeleteI like the addition of the village. The boat has a place to dock!
ReplyDeleteI agree with the others, what a great way to use strings-add a sailboat! I am storing this idea away to use on a child’s quilt too. Thanks for sharing n Design Wall Mondays, Judy
ReplyDeletefun way to use strings! looking forward to seeing the quilting! Have fun on your trip!
ReplyDeleteMaking a reversible quilt is a great idea. I love your sailboat, and for sure the quilting will add some fun details. Enjoy the birdthday party!
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up ;)
What a wonderful water scene you've created! Thanks for linking up with To-Do!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely quilt! Starks the imagination. Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.
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