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Sunday, March 27, 2011

Spring Wheels Quilt Completed!

Welcome Spring Wheels :)

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Reminds me of warm spring days with a slight breeze in the air:

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This is the newest addition to the studio. I had a blast making it. I love all the different colors and how they all combined together to create different wheels:

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The back repeats the spring wheels:

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Don't you just love that pretty and playful Starling fabric? There's some in the front and the back of this quilt - adding a whimsical touch:

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Binding is from the Peaceful Planet line from Studio E:

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This is quilt #1 of 2 Spring Wheels.  For this one I decided to use a free form quilting style.  It adds a whimsical feel to the quilt and make each of the part of the quilt flow into the other.  I love how it adds a consistent texture to the whole quilt.  I'm working on quilt #2 now - it has more of a structured straight-line quilting style.  I can't wait to see how the two differs once it's quilted :).  I'll share #2 as soon as it's done.  For now I am enjoying looking at #1. 


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Quilt Information:
Spring Wheels (#1)
Front: 100% Cotton Prints and Solids.  Showcase fabric: Starling by Alexander Henry
Batting: Warm & Natural 100% cotton
Backing: 100% Cotton Solid (Amy Butler & Kona Solids)
Completed Dimension: ~60" x 66"
Quilting Method: Free Style Meandering
Binding: Machine Sew to Front and Hand Sew to Back (Peaceful Planet by Studio E)

Pattern to come :)

I am sharing this quilt at these great Linking Parties.
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42 comments:

  1. BakingMamaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Beautiful! I don't have the confidence to try making a quilt yet, one day soon though...

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  2. Hi, I'm Suz!!March 27, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    I love your quilt! It's beautiful!! Great job!!

    Hugs ~~ Suz

    www.inspiringcreativeness.blogspot

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  3. JenniferMarch 27, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    This is beautiful. All of your quilts have a great light, airy, fun air to them that is my absolute favorite. :)

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  4. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Gorgeous quilt!!! I love the design!

    Andrea
    www.addicted2tutes.blogspot.com

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  5. Kimberlee, The Spunky DivaMarch 28, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    That is just gorgeous. Very fun pattern, and the fabric is darling. Visiting from Sew Chatty.
    -Kimberlee
    www.TheSpunkyDiva.com

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  6. LindsayMarch 28, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    So pretty! I think I am making a pinwheel quilt again for my next project!

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  7. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I love it!! I'd love for you to link up to Wow Me Wednesdays!

    http://polkadotsonparade.blogspot.com/2011/03/wow-me-wednesday_23.html

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  8. LeslieMarch 28, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    this is lovely

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  9. LizzyMarch 28, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    What a beautiful quilt! Love all the colors!

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  10. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    You're quilts are just works of art. Seriously. They're all beautiful. I looked at them on Etsy WAAAAAY before I stumbled upon your blog...when I saw your Poppy quilt I remembered :)

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  11. Miss @ Miss in the KitchenMarch 28, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Love this quilt! I wish I could sew, but my mom can & I am going to send her a link to your site. Beautiful!

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  12. SandraMarch 28, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    This is beautiful! The way you repeated the pinwheel blocks looks really sharp:)

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  13. LeighMarch 28, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Hi! I'm visiting from Tip Junkie! WOW! Your quilt is just beautiful! I wish I had the gift of sewing!! Really great job!

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  14. Cindy @ CinsarahMarch 28, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Beautiful Quilt!!

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  15. Ladybird LnMarch 28, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    So sweet, I love the bright colors, and simple design, just beautiful!

    Carlee,
    ladybirdln.blogspot.com

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  16. SusieMarch 29, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    This is so beautiful. I appreciate how much time it took! I love your choice of colors. I am your newest follower visiting from Creative Itch Sew Cute Tuesday. Please come visit me!
    Susie at Puddle Jumper Creations

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  17. Shabby SoulMarch 29, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    The pinwheel is one of my favorite quilt squares! I love the variety of colors on your quilt!

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  18. GingerMarch 29, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Very pretty! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

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  19. MilicaMarch 30, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Gorgeous quilt!!!! It gives me motivation to get to work on one of my own!

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  20. Jessica @ Sunny TuesdayMarch 30, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Such a fun quilt!

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  21. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 30, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    I LOVE this! Its PERFECT for you to Link up at my Linky PAR-TAY,

    Whassup Wednesday!!!

    And I have a party button you can grab so your friends can come too:)

    *ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *

    xoxokara

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  22. Mandy BeyelerMarch 30, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Thanks for linking up to Take-A-Look Tuesday over on Sugar Bee Crafts - I featured you today! Mandy, www.SugarBeeCrafts.com

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  23. Kelly @ Run With GlitterMarch 30, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    So Beautiful!I'd love it if you Linked up to the Glitter Party!
    http://runwithglitter.blogspot.com/2011/03/weekly-tues-thurs-link-party.html

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  24. StephanieMarch 30, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Beautiful work!

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  25. LeanneMarch 31, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    That is amazingly beautiful. Thanks for linking to We're ORganized Wednesday.

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  26. Stacey - Elle BelleMarch 31, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Wow I LOVE it! I really like the details you added with the borders, the framed in pinwheels on the back, and that adorable fabric on the back! Oh and your pictures are so lovely!!! I worked so hard on a quilt that I'm super happy with, but I haven't posted about it on my blog because I my pictures just didn't do it justice... thanks for the inspiration!

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  27. KimMarch 31, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    So beautiful! I bet you are super excited it is finished and it turned out so well!

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  28. Katherines CornerApril 1, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    Oh this is lovely!!! Happy Friday Hugs! P.S. have you made it over to my new location?

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  29. chrisApril 1, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    The pinwheels are so whimsical and fun! Perfect for springtime.

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  30. An Oasis in the DesertApril 1, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    That is what I would label a "Happy Quilt" because it just makes you smile.
    CAS

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  31. CindyApril 1, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Fun, fun, fun. I love your quilt. Good job.

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  32. Alison AgnewApril 1, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    you are so talented and creative...as usual, these colors are lovely...thanks for sharing your passion on fridays unfolded.

    blessings,

    alison
    stuff and nonsense

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  33. @prilApril 1, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    This is very nice indeed. I saw you at It's a Hodge Podge Friday by It's a Hodge Podge Life.

    Today is my blog's first linky party. I would love for you to add this: http://koolbeenz-blog.blogspot.com/search/label/Funky%20Fresh%20Fridays.

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  34. QuiltstoryApril 1, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    I love this layout and design! So pretty! Thanks for linking to Fabric Tuesday :)

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  35. liberal sprinklesApril 1, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    wow its beautiful. I don't think I'll ever piece so well, I'm only on my first quilt!
    I bloghopped my way over, have a great weekend!

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  36. ThreeundertwoApril 2, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    I love this! Great design and colors. Thanks so much for linking up to Finished for Friday.

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  37. Beth- the mama beeApril 2, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Oh, It's going on my list! Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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  38. MeganApril 3, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    so pretty. I love the stripes in between.

    megan
    craftycpa.blogspot.com

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  39. Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine StateApril 3, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    That is gorgeous! I want to learn to quilt so bad. I have made one, but it is FAR from perfect. It's been over a year & I still havent bound it!

    Visiting from Under the Table & Dreaming!

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  40. Ashley @ Decorating ObsessedApril 3, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    That is beautiful! I wish I had talent in the sewing department.

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  41. Krystine StephensonApril 4, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Oh my goodness, I love it! I think it is so pretty!

    http://lucyluvinyl.blogspot.com/

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  42. avisiontorememberApril 4, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    beautiful! Thanks for sharing on Check ME Out Saturday on http://iamonly1woman.blogspot.com

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