When I first started the swoon project. I knew that Katie Jump Rope by Denyse Schmidt would be the stash that I am going for. After a few days playing and laying them next to each other. I knew with this vibrate fabric line I needed to add some solid or calmer colors, but won't take away the attention of the colors and prints.
I played around with Kona chart, but wasn't happy with just solid colors. I went to few online fabric shops and look for something that's fun. I came cross the
painters canvas by Laura Gunn . I also have two prints that I ordered in the past and really like texture on the fabric.
Without hesitation I ordered 6 yards of the
charcoal print because I was thinking that I could use it for other sewing project. I was right! I have wanted to take a step away from the white background for quilting. I have been wanting to try something out of comfort zone and glad to let you know that I am very satisfy with this quilt top.
The day when we took the photos it was was a sunny and windy day. I could not be more than happy to catch most of the colors on this quilt top.
I think some of the other painter canvas that I included gave the settle feature to the quilt top piece.
I really like the center blue block! It was the first one that I made! I have a little affection on this. It took me 2 hours for the first two blocks then later on I was able to understand the process and it went faster than the first two.
Overall I am so happy with this quilt top! I think the
pattern is simple to follow and the fabric quantity isn't overly estimate, but just right! ( I caught the kid bike in the back, fun!)
Original plan was get quilted by long-arm quilter, but I decided to quilt it by myself. I have been searching for my backing for a couple of days now. This quilt won't get finish until this semester ends. I would love to hand-quilt this piece, but I know.. it will take me a while again. Once again! I CAN'T be more than happy to have my quilt number two ready to be quilted. I have been searching for quilt number three's fabric. My friend is turning a big 5-0. I want to make a cozy quilt for her birthday! I have a few month yet to get it done, but I know I only have this summer to do it before school starts for me in the fall again. I have a little stash of the Katie Jump Rope in the
shop if you are interested! Let me know if you came from this blog.
xxC
Very nice! The dark background gives a different feel than the usual white; cool.
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DeleteI like the dark background!
ReplyDeleteThanks! It is new to myself and I am glad it turned out good!
DeleteBeautiful Chase, the dark background adds drama!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kerry! I think the dark background brings up the colors.
DeleteLOVE your choice of background! And the KJR too of course!!! I try to avoid white backgrounds anymore. I have one with ''parchment'' background on my couch and I have to wash it SO often! I know it's gonna shorten it's life :(
ReplyDeleteI found it is hard to avoid using white backgrounds because it seems like all the colors fall well together. I understand the shorten life of a quilt that when we need to wash it often..xo
DeleteMy Swoon blocks are in progress. I like what you did with the background. I seem to use white with everything but this has me interested in trying something different. Lovely! Deb. :o)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I love to see your swoon as well.. It has been a great QAL project for me. Also a lovely pattern. xo
Deletethis looks great. i have not seen a swoon project yet that has not been absolutely lovely
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DeleteI love your Swoon quilt!! I am in the process of quilting mine and can't wait to see yours finished!! New follower here :o)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'll check out your Swoon quilt. I enjoy seeing everyone's quilt in Swoon group. xo
DeleteBeautiful! I love the background color of your quilt!!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! xo
DeleteI love this Swoon combo - just gorgeous. Good luck with your quilting, my arms got a thorough work out with mine! I still look at it and can't believe I FMQ'd something that big. But you know....seeing yours and knowing that I have some KJR in my cupboard makes me think that maybe...just maybe...I might maybe just make another just like yours! Love your work.
ReplyDeleteOh! I am attempting to quilt my Swoon by myself! I am still decided on the pattern. I would like to hand-quilt it instead of machine quilting. I love the Painters Canvas. It is a little thicker than the cotton weight fabric, but I think it adds the weight to the quilt and it surely is a great fabric/line. I would like to make one with Aqua in Painters Canvas. If you use your KJR, I'd love see your Swoon.. xo
DeleteOh, I love the look of your swoon! someday I make one, and this is probable going to be my role model!
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind! If you make your Swoon, please send me your images. I love to see yours as well!
DeleteOh, Chase. Your swoon quilt is so beautiful! The painter's canvas was the PERFECT choice for a background. It compliments the DS fabrics so well. It's simply breathtaking. You should be very proud of your beautiful quilt top.
ReplyDeleteKatherine, Thank you!! It was hard first to use such dark background for this quilt top. As I go with each block I know it is going to be different and yes, I love the outcome!
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