If this is your first time here – welcome! I’m Shannon! The
fabric lover and quilt designer behind this little spot on the internet ๐
Allow me to share a little ditty about Jack and Diane – um,
I mean, about pretty fabric turned into a quilt! You may not realize it while
you’re in creation mode, but have you noticed there’s usually a story behind
every quilt made? This is a fun one.
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BEQUEST FABRICS
Now, I know I'm known for colour. Bright and bold colour.
And so, it was funny when some of you were surprised to see me working with
these fabrics. I just wanted to clarify that I’m an equal opportunity fabric
enthusiast. Meaning, I don’t think there is a fabric or colour I would forever
say no to working with. I love dabbling in all forms of textiles and prints and
classic blue and white florals are definitely no exception. Especially when
they’re as pretty as these!
Don’t they remind you of the blue and white china? Such
classics that remind me of my mum!
So, when Julia and Caverly reached out to invite me to
participate, I was super happy to collaborate and help support their latest
Bequest fabric collection for RJR Fabrics.
MODERN AZTEC QUILT
I started off thinking I would make a quilted table runner. Simply because my schedule was pretty full, and I didn’t want to overcommit myself.
But then the fabrics showed up.
And I showed them to my hubz.
And he was all “Wow, those are stunning!”.
To which I concurred, and he said, “they’re going to look
amazing in a quilt”.
To which I responded “Oh, I’m actually making a table
runner”.
And he flat out looked at me like I was cray cray and said I
“Had to go BIG’.
Ha! Anyone else’s significant other have strong feelings
about what their creative makes?!
I love that he shares his thoughts with me. Making can be
quite lonely sometimes, so it’s fun to bounce ideas off him. But this was
unsolicited advice – for the record, there IS a difference ๐
In any event, he was SO right! (Which was just a tad
annoying!)
So, off I went to contact Julia and Caverly to see whether
we could make a larger version work. And let me tell you these ladies were fab!
Between the additional background fabric that Julia sent me and the second
shipment for backing fabric from RJR, I was set to go BIG!
And big I went.
Well, a generous lap size in any event ๐
But I’m so thrilled we were able to pull it off because the
Bequest Modern Aztec quilt is just STUNNING! I mean I know I’m a little biased
on the topic, but she’s been getting lots of love from everyone who’s seen her.
Plus, these fabrics are just stunning with such lovely
details when you’re up close and personal. It’s hard to go wrong with whatever
you choose to make with them.
But I particularly love the juxtaposition of the whimsical
and organic nature of the floral prints paired with the very geometric design
of the Modern Aztec quilt pattern.
It’s that contrast and play off different elements that I
think makes for a fun outcome.
To enhance the movement inherent in the design of the quilt,
I opted to quilt straight lines following the movement of the chevrons which
help pull your eye from the dark center to the outer edges of the quilt.
Did you notice how the shades of blue come into play to help
enhance the movement of the design? It’s all these elements that really add up
to a quilt with so much added interest.
And, it dawned on me, this is officially the first blue and
white quilt that I’ve made! I can see returning to this classic combo in the
future!
Considering the last-minute change in design direction, this
project came together relatively quickly. I had the top pieced within a day,
then basted and quilted within 2. The prep was spread out over several days
since I was waiting for fabric shipment, but all in all she’s a fast finish. Even
the last-minute photo sessions worked out. Phew! I don’t like being late!
QUILTED DOUBLE CHEVRON PILLOW
I’m not sure how this little pillow really came to be. I know I had set aside some leftover HSTs on my sewing table. And then found myself pulling them out at one point just to play. And that play time lead to the central chevron blocks and before I knew it, I had this pretty pillow!
I used to make pillows all the time, but I’ll admit, I don’t
make them that often anymore. Maybe I just made TOO many at one point?!
I even had to bust out my old Singer to be able to get the job
done.
Now THAT was a reality check!
It’s been a really long time
since I sewed on her and it was a total trip down memory lane! And a renewed
appreciation for just how much I love my Juki (read my review here)!
She’s way clunkier than my Juki, but I had purchased the
invisible zipper foot for her and, so, out of necessity she came out.
I’m happy she’s tucked back away and I’m left with this fun
impromptu quilted cushion ๐
MATERIALS USED
Here’s are round-up of the Bequest fabrics I used in the
Modern Aztec quilt:
Looking Glass – Sky
Looking Glass – Lace
Tapestry – Velvet
Tapestry – Blueberry Scone (how awesome is this name?!)
Hope Chest – Blueberry Scone
Music Box – Quiet Evening
Music Box – Lace
Little Basket – Quiet Evening
Little Basket – Lace
Cup and Saucer – Sapphire
Cup and Sauce – Bluebird
Cup and Saucer – Lace
Loom – Frost
White Thread 50wt – piecing & quilting
Blue Thread 50wt - binding
Little Basket – Lace
Cup and Saucer – Sapphire
Cup and Saucer – Lace
Trellis - Midnight Breeze
White Thread 50wt – piecing
Blue Thread 50wt - quilting
Batting scraps
MAKER’S TOUR
And for more inspiration working with this gorgeous
collection, check-out the other designers participating in the Bequest Maker’s Tour:
Nov 12th
Nov 13th
Nov 14th
Nov 15th
Jacquie Schluter @jacquiesews sewed up a gorgeous little girl’s dress and bonnet. Seriously beautiful work.
You gotta check it out!
Nov 16th Wendy Mierke @sewknotcrochet Wendy stitched up such a pretty sewing machine cover,
a pair of slippers,
nesting bowls and an ottoman! I could really use that poof!
Nov 19th
Lisa Hofmann-Maurer @sewwhatyoulove made this gorgeous quilt and will have a pattern for it in the Spring of 2019.
Nov 20th
Carla Peicheff @cpeicheff Carla made the cutest little drawstring bags.
I can see these being perfect for gift giving this season.
Nov 21st
Nov 22nd
Nov 23rd
Jess Zimmerman @coralbunnyandlo
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Oh, and the Modern Aztec quilt pattern? That’s now available here!
Happy quilting!
xo
Shannon
PS Pillow instructions are available in both the Modern Aztec quilt pattern and the standalone Double Chevron pillow pattern.
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PS Pillow instructions are available in both the Modern Aztec quilt pattern and the standalone Double Chevron pillow pattern.
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He was right, Go Big. It is beautiful and I was so glad to hear you are working on the pattern.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! And I’m super excited to hear you’re looking forward to the Modern Aztec quilt pattern!! It’s a fun one!
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