just a blanket and a chair
Friday, December 21, 2007I would love to say that I made my first quilt, but I am not sure if I can officially call it that. 
It surely doesn't hold a candle to any of Amandajean's or Louise's or any other quilts I have seen out there. But I did sew together squares and I did put a backing on it with batting inside. So maybe, it is a semi-quilt.
I have no idea how to quilt the top. And without a walking foot,(I think that is what I need) didn't think I should even try. I am sure I would have made a mess of it. Instead I just did the "ties". I think my quilting lingo is all wrong. Are those called ties?
The fabric is Amy Butler, lotus. I trimmed it, in order to make it larger, with fabric I found at my local quilt store. Backed in a darker shade. Don't you think it sort of simulates ripples in water?
It measures 72x72, 3x3 squares of 20x20. Large enough to be used as a new beach blanket.
This semi quilt was shipped to my mother in Florida. And, I really hope when all of her guests come, she will hand them this blanket.
I have given her strict instrutions. No more blog reading. Lets see if she listens. 
41 comments
It's beautiful!! I'm sure your mom will be thrilled!!!
ReplyDeleteIt is indeed a quilt, a fabulous one.
ReplyDeleteThat is definitely a quilt! And yes, you did tie it! :) A walking foot is a great tool to have...The colors and fabrics look great together - I'm not sure I'd want to use it on the beach!
ReplyDeletethat is not "just" a blanket. It's beautiful! I'm sure she'll love it.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a quilt to me. And a darn cute one at that.
ReplyDeleteStunning!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! I'd definitely call it a quilt ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I'm jealous of how many presents you've managed to make and send off.
ReplyDeletethis, my dear, is a quilt!
ReplyDeleteso beautiful!!! love the colors (some of my favorite prints) and the backing...it is gorgeous.
(and you have inspired me to think about making my own first quilt...)
Beautiful :) What a wonderful gift.
ReplyDeleteIt's totally a quilt and it's beautiful! I sure would adore a gift like that!
ReplyDeleteSweet wrap job too!
this is just amazing. i love your work. your family is so lucky to have you!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a quilt to me, but regardless, it is gorgeous! I am always impressed with your phenomenal talents.
ReplyDeleteAmy Butler is my new best friend! Your blanket is fabulous. I don't know much about quilting, is there an official definition?
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is beautiful! It's a lovely gift.
ReplyDeleteit's stunning! she is going to love it, i am sure.
ReplyDeleteNot only is it a Quilt..it is a beautiful Quilt. Your Mom will be totally delighted!
ReplyDeleteIt couldn't be mistaken for anything else but a gorgeous quilt.
ReplyDeletebeautiful quilt - i adore the fabric. i'm hoping to make my first quilt next year. i hope it's as nice as yours!
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that is a beautiful quilt! very pretty. you have a great eye for combining fabric. your mom will be thrilled, I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteOh, so cool! What a special gift, she will LOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteThe colors are wonderful! I love your wrapping, too!
ReplyDeleteOh, it's so pretty. I'm sure your mom will love it. It has a very soothing feel to it. You are so talented!
ReplyDeletevery nice I am sure she will love it!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a quilt! And a beautiful one to boot!
ReplyDeleteoh that is a great quilt. very beachy and i know your mother will enjoy it! what a lucky lady she is. this is my favorite kind of quilting too! my sister does this metoid, only she adds buttons...all different ones. i would like to try that someday too!
ReplyDeleteYou are the sweetest daughter ever! I love the hip wrapping! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteNice job on the "semi-quilt":) I think "ties" works just fine - it's pretty fabulous!
ReplyDeleteAmazing! Really? How do you do it all?
ReplyDeleteLove that fabric! You have a lucky mother!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy knitting-
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hmmm, i am not sure she would be able to stay away from your blog since it is so great! i guess time will tell! the quilt is really attractive...she will love it!
ReplyDeleteIt looks wonderful!! Don't worry about not knowing the right terminology....you got it done and that is all that matters!!
ReplyDeleteYour semi-quilt is lovely! The colors are just marvelous. Your mother and, I hope you and your family, will have a very merry christmas!
ReplyDeleteThis is to die for! I love it!
ReplyDeleteAmy Butler is my favorite fabric too:)
My goodness, girl, you are on a roll! Knitting, blogging, quilting, I can't stand it!! Barbie will LOVE the quilt. The colors are fabulous.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful, your mom will be very delighted to receive such lovely gift.
ReplyDeleteIt's a gorgeous quilt and my favourite type - pattern free! The colours are lovely and perfect for a the beach. I have no idea how to machine quilt either and hand quilt all of mine. That is one of my goals this year - it would be a great deal faster! I can't believe how effortless you make all this crafty Christmas gifting appear. I am totally exhausted trying to get it all done. And you are managing to post about it. I can't even remember to take photos of the stuff I'm doing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous quilt! I call mine "almost quilts..." Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteSO BEAUTIFUL! I think it counts as a quilt for sure. What an amazing gift!
ReplyDeleteLike sending someone a hug!
ReplyDeleteIt's really a beautiful quilt and I bet your mom treasured it! I remember a quilt we had when I was a wee little girl, made by my grandma. Hers was all hand stitched and to hold the 'innards' she used little ties like yours.
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