Showing posts with label retro quilt pattern. Show all posts
Showing posts with label retro quilt pattern. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Birds of a Feather, A Mid Century Modern Quilt Pattern


Brand new today: the "Birds of a Feather" quilt and pattern. This is a mid century modern quilt that is quick to make because the triangles are made by eye, no fussy measuring or cutting. The colors have a retro vibe, think: Lucy Ricardo's dresses. And each block uses one fat quarter. Little waste. 
See the pattern here: Birds of a Feather quilt.




This quilt measures 55" x 72," a twin quilt, a little on the small side. Or a generous throw. Perfect for bird watching or reading on your porch. "Would you like some tea and cookies? Yes please." 




I quilted this on my Juki 98-Q home sewing machine (not a longarm). It's free-motion stippling using thread that matches each block. The bobbin thread is gray, matching the tiny print. The little triangles aren't quilted. That way the birds appear to fly above the surface of the quilt. I like the high contrast between the triangles and the backgrounds. 
If you make one of these quilts, show us on IG using #birdsofafeatherquilt. 

"Birds of a Feather" is the new name for the "Bungalow" quilt.






 

Saturday, January 5, 2019

New Puzzle Quilt Pattern!






Here's my first finish of 2019! A fun scrap Puzzle quilt measuring 45.5" x 60." I love this one; it reminds me of good family times. I used my scrap stash for this, including that black and white polka dot fabric that finds its way into many of my quilts. My sister Eileen gave me a pack of Cotton and Steel prints that I love. This pattern also has 6 photos of other design variations for inspiration.
See the pattern here: Puzzle Quilt Pattern

Thursday, July 31, 2014

Houndstooth Quilt and Pattern!


The binding is done, photos taken, and the pattern is hot off the presses! No, I didn't start this quilt after I finished the Honeycomb quilt! Haha! (But it does go fast.) They were done simultaneously.


This quilt is 61" x 82." It goes together so fast, you will love this method!!


Machine quilting by Linda Aquavia of New Hartford, CT. I like the overall stippling.


Once again, if you Pin, would you please Pin this for me? Thanks.