This is my entry for the Mini Quilt category, hope some of you won't mind if you've seen it before.
Walk, Don't Walk
This quilt was born when I had some leftovers from another quilt and the red and acqua fabrics just really seemed to sing when they were next to each other. I had to make something with them! It's called Walk, Don't Walk, because it reminds me of people on a crossing - and the name also references the positive/negative aspects of the quilt.
This was my first attempt at flying geese blocks and serious matchstick quilting. I used a red Aurifil and a Gutterman acqua sew-all for the quilting which changes colour at the seam between red and acqua sections. I'm particularly proud of the binding, which also changes colour at the seam.
It's just a little thing but this quilt is my favourite of anything I have made. Sometimes a quilt doesn't match up to the grand schemes in your head but this one worked out just the way I wanted it to!
I'm entering two quilts this year - you can see the other, which is entered in the applique category, here.
Walk, Don't Walk
Mini Quilt Category
17x20 inches
Klona in crimson
Moda Bell solids in Carribbean
Aurifil 28
Gutterman Sew-all
Warm and Natural batting
Ikea Nummer backing
Two quilts in the Festival - well done Catherine - I love the simplicity of this quilt - well done
ReplyDeleteYour mini is so cool. I like the simplicity and the color switch in the binding is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteLove this one! Great to see it again! My own favourite pieces are often ones I made as kind of asides! I think you're right it's to do with expectation in my own mind or something! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI can see why this is your favourite quilt! It's wonderful in every way. I does capture the movement of people on a crossing. The two coloured binding is the perfect touch.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, this one is a beauty, good choice! Your flying geese are so perfect and the colours a great combination :)
ReplyDeleteAnd there was me thinking you couldn't best the leaves quilt, I had forgotten how gorgeous this one is too
ReplyDeleteReally well done, and love the matchstick quilting!
ReplyDeleteSo, whenever I see this quilt you made, in my mind I call it "Fly, Don't Fly"!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you entered this mini. I love it! Great photos too!
ReplyDeleteI can sure see why this is a favorite! So crisp and clean and bright! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI loved this quilt when you first showed it and I love it more now. It's so clear cut and precise, the colours just fly :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful in it’s simplicity!
ReplyDeleteI love this so much! The piecing and quilting are perfect!
ReplyDeleteI love this mini!!
ReplyDeleteLove this modern design. The quilting is perfect.
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic - I love the simplicity and the boldness of the design.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Wow - that is bright!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great quilt. Those colours are stunning together :)
ReplyDeleteThis mini really stands out in its category. Good luck in the festival, Catherine!
ReplyDeletethis is a great little mini - love aqua and red together.
ReplyDeletegreat concept, really excellently executed #brava!
ReplyDeleteI love the design and the strong colors you used in this quilt!
ReplyDeleteCool composition! Love the details, too.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fab mini Catherine - it just shines in the sun. I love the visual effect of modern flying geese - it's just the making bit!
ReplyDeleteTHis is so pretty, it makes me want to sit at my machine and make one for myself. I love it!
ReplyDeleteGreat details in a well thought out quilt. Love it.
ReplyDeleteAnother pretty quilt. Must check out that Ikea nummer backing
ReplyDeleteLove it! Very bold and modern.:)
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised you love it - it works in every way. the design, the colour choice - it oozes class. You can tell by the number of comments that you are not alone in thinking this is one successful quilt!
ReplyDeleteHow I love it!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this! You're right, those two colors do really sing together!!
ReplyDeletereally gorgeous! Love it.
ReplyDeletefab quilt. red and aqua are a great combination together. Love the way you changed colour on the binding, it's details like that that really bring a quilt to life
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