She's also started designing quilt patterns using Jenny's ruler and when she put a shout out for pattern testers I stuck my hand up.
This is her Deco Zig Zag pattern.
It reminds me of a 'mermaids purse' but maybe that's just me.
Either way, it was extremely enjoyable to sew - the pattern is very well written.
It is fat quarter friendly (two blocks from each FQ) but I chose to make it from random scraps of turquoise blue, mainly because I had some light turquoise linen knocking around that I wanted to use for the background. It wasn't quite enough so I interspersed it with a Kona cotton in a similar colour.
The claret block I put in just because I thought it would add a bit more interest. I think I'll probably hand-quilt round each block with Perle cotton, machine quilt the rest of the negative space and bind it in a claret colour too.
Pssst..2nd row up from bottom, far left...that's a Batik with sparkly bits in it...reckless or what ;-) |
I love it ! I see Mermaid's purses too and yes you are wantonly reckless but we love that!
ReplyDeleteIt's really lovely. I love the touch of claret.
ReplyDeleteThis is really fun and I love the claret block. I went off to find out what a mermaid's purse was and of course you are right. I bet that they wash up on your beaches but I have never seen one in real life.
ReplyDeleteLovely quilt. I was just checking out all the patterns. You certainly have done a great job testing this one!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely Mermaid's Purses - I love the claret block!
ReplyDeleteLove this and love Helen's new pattern!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! and yes it reminds me of mermaids purses too!
ReplyDeleteSparkly batik!!?? - oh I can't look you in the eye ever again!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your quilt! Thanks for testing the pattern and doing such a great job! I love the claret one too! Very adventurous... Helen
ReplyDeleteLovely! Exciting! You really did a great job with a great new pattern!
ReplyDeleteLove your version of this pattern!
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern! So unusual, I don't think I've seen one like it before. I love your use of colour - it reminds me of waves in the sea. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI really like this design. Love your color choice.
ReplyDeleteHi, did you see this http://sewkatiedid.wordpress.com/2012/10/07/krista-withers-quilting/ I'm pretty sure it's your quilt, it looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteHugs
deb xxx