It is about time I share with you two quilts I made last year. Both were presents for dear friends having babies. I didn't share many photos on social media when I was making them, I did not want the recipients to know what I was up to.
![Poppy quilt](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7501/15594190953_fa30393ba1.jpg)
The first quilt was finished in August for baby Poppy. I wanted to make a quilt that their baby would grow into, that their child would be able cherish for years to come.
![Basting](https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5588/15175070976_9a88bafe9c.jpg)
It had to fit in their modern, bright, inner city apartment. The gender of the baby was not known before birth. These friends have their own wonderful style and flair. I wanted to add to this, not clash with it.
![Binding ready to go](https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5558/15198138725_edf21dcd63.jpg)
I thought hard and long and believed triangles would suit them and that the Carolyn Friedlander fabric range "Botanics" would be perfect. I added a few coordinating solids also.
This is the 6th quilt I've made. It was my first time sewing triangles. I quilted it myself in very wonky lines, outlining all the triangles. I love how the back of the quilt looks.
I learnt so much making this quilt. I learnt to embrace "wonky" even more. I loved making this quilt. It was made with love for our friends, their friendship means so much to our family.
I love the orange binding, I feel it makes the quilt pop.
It is quite big for a baby quilt, Poppy will grow into it. I can't wait for the adventures that Poppy and my girls will have together, in the future.
Here is a silly photo with me in it. Hi {waves}
I'll share the other quilt soon.
Have a great week. Cat xox
So gorgeous Cat!
ReplyDeleteAnd I love how you have photographed the details!xxJ
Thanks Jennie, you know me, I take (too) many photos!
DeleteWhat a gorgeous blanket and very special gift! Love the triangles and the way you've quilted! Also love the very last photo ...... *waves back* Marianne xx
ReplyDeleteHello lovely Marianne! I must admit I wanted to keep this quilt for me, Poppy was lucky to get it.
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