The machine quilting on 9 patches and turquoise squares has been completed. I did the quilting using supposed straight lines 1/2" from the seam line between the blocks. Then I quilted diagonally through the 9 patch blocks. The quilting isn't perfect but the family I gift this quilt to won't care. It will be loved and much used.
The solid squares show blue in this photo but trust me, they're really turquoise.
The backing fabric is a gray wholecloth print. I always like to see the stained glass view.
I laid the quilt on my bed, now the squares look turquoise.
A close up view of the quilting on the top.
The quilting shows nicely on the back.I remember to take a quilt roll photo,
but I still can't make a quilt swirl.
The finished quilt measures 58" by 77" and is the largest quilt I've machine quilted.
I posted about piecing this quilt in March. I hadn't planned on piecing this quilt at this time, but when I read about Spring Dreams, the 9 patch sew along Jayne was organizing, I decided to make this planned someday quilt instead. The 3" finished 9 patches were already pieced, I just needed to cut the turquoise fabric and sew the blocks together. It feels so good to have a UFQ finished!
24 comments:
Turned out beautifully!! I always love a nine patch quilt, so many possibilities!!!
A real beauty, enjoy it!!!
Beautiful! Love the turquoise and I'm certain that the lucky recipients will too.
Who doesn't love a 9-patch quilt? Lovely and it will be enjoyed!
the quilting is perfect for a nine patch!
This is a beautiful quilt!! I love how it looks on the bed!! It will be cherished i am sure--nice work hugs, Julierose
I love how the blue sets off the nine patches with light corners. Terrific!
Beautiful! And this is one design that will never go out of style. I'm sure it will be loved and appreciated. : )
Gorgeous quilt!
It reads spectacular,Gretchen! The turquoise is inspired!
My first post needs editing! It REALLY IS spectacular !
Really, really pretty. Great job!
the quilt looks great.....its always fun talking lots of photos at the end.......
It is a beautiful quilt. Congratulations!!! I like how you quilted it. Simple and effective. It will be treasured, for sure.
You did a great job on this. People who appreciate your quilts don't look for mistakes, just for comfort and love!
What a beautiful quilt - I love that turquoise inbetween - it is so bold and colorful!! Just my style!! Good job!
Congratulations on the finish!
Beautiful quilt, congratulations! I love your comment about "supposed" straight lines, that's how mine always are.
It's a classic, cozy quilt, Gretchen, and oh-SEW-lovely!!
That is a pretty color of turquoise, and fun with the scrappy 9 patches! Beautiful finish, Gretchen!
I love a nine patch! Congrats on the finish!
and the Vaccination!
You are certainly a gifted quilter in every way!! Your hand quilting is exquisite and your machine quilting is great. Whoever gets that lovely quilt is very fortunate to receive it! Love the nine patches!
I love 9-patch quilts, and with that gorgeous turquoise it is a WOW. Scrap-a-licious!
A wonderful 9patch quilt! I love the turquoise background, and that last pic is delightful... it really captures all that quilty softness!
Hello Gretchen,
It's gorgeous! And it's massive! Congratulations on quilting it all in one piece.
Thank you for linking up with Free Motion Mavericks.
Love, Muv
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