Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Making Progress and Kiwi Burst is Finished!

So this week I sewed the piano key border onto the dresden quilt.

I ♥ it. As if this quilt could be any happier, that border did it. :)

Perhaps I will get it quilted this week.

I have the backing and binding fabric ready to go- now I just need the final push to get it done.

I also finished the black and white quilt. Woo Hoo!

In fact it has been all wrapped up and sent to Kitty, its new owner.

Kitty has a beautiful house in the mountains of NC, and she wanted a black/white/lime quilt to ward off the chilly mountain air in the evenings.

 I think she is going to love it- at least I hope so!

She gave me total creative freedom and has no idea what it is going to look like so I am anxious to hear what she thinks.

I really like how it turned out, especially the back. That black dot fabric is so cute and the lime stripe just pops.

I also included my first label! (About time, I know!)
The quilt is was on the grass when I took this picture so please forgive the wrinkles.
I used Lindsey's tutorial as a guide and attached Heat and Bond Lite to the fabric, kept the backing paper on, and ran it through the printer. Worked like a charm.

Here are the stats for this quilt:
size: 42 x 64
blocks: 10"
sashing: 3"
fabric: black and white Benartex (purchased locally), Bella Solids in Lime, Kona Snow

This week's stats:
2 works in progress (dresdens and starflower)
1 complete finish (black and white above)
3 bee blocks finished

Now, the black and white quilt just needs a name and all I can think of are Oreos. Any ideas?   Thanks to Carla, this quilt is now called Kiwi Burst. Love it!

I'm linking up today to Lee's WIP Link Party.  Thanks Lee!

WIP Wednesday at Freshly Pieced

28 comments:

Courtney said...

Love them both! Love the border on the dresden quilt especially. Looks like summer to me. Have fun at the meeting tomorrow

Cassie said...

Both quilts are beautiful! I love the black/white/lime combo, and the dresden quilt is so happy.

Caitlin said...

Happy WIP Wednesday! The B/W quilt is gorgeous, and I love the label! I need to try that :)

Jessica said...

The piano key border is PERFECT. You've inspired me to keep working on my dresden quilt! And I love the colors you used on the other quilt :)

jbm3 said...

love your label honey! very proud of you.

angela@sfquilts.com said...

I love the brightness and happiness of the dresden quilt. The piano key border is absolutely perfect. It is beautiful.

Valerie said...

LOVE the dresden quilt! It's so happy - and the border is just perfect! Also love the black and white with the green...what about Citron Oreos?? Or Piano Lime?? Maybe Lime Cabin since it's going to a mountain home and the blocks are sort of a modern log cabin? I'm just spouting off from the top of my head :). Whatever you call it - it's gorgeous and I'm sure she'll love it!
BTW, I registered for Sewing Summit! I'm so excited and can hardly believe I'm going! It's going to be a great weekend!

Rachel Hauser said...

You're right that Dresden border is awesome!

Sarah @ FairyFace Designs said...

Love how your Dresden is looking, the border is perfect and it definitely makes me smile, such a happy quilt! And your black, white and lime quilt turned out so fab! I'm sure its new owner will be totally thrilled with it!

lrstitched.com said...

Oh, that Dresden is HAPPY for sure! Love it. The B&W is beautiful too! Can't wait to see the finished Dresden. Glad to the label printing worked for ya!

xo Lindsey

~Carla~ said...

*Sigh* You are you amazingly talented!! I love your gorgeous creations!! The Dresden quilt is so bright & fun! Sure to make anyone smile!!

Your B&W and lime quilt turned out just awesome!! I'm thinking Kiwi Burst! :) It's fresh & juicy with a little blast of lime!

Ella said...

My quilt name votes are for either "Who needs a Margarita?!" or "Key Lime-y Goodness".

Flying Blind... said...

Love them both, but the dresden takes first prize in the feel-good quilt race!

Mary said...

Love the Dresden and the black and white quilt! Yay on finishes!

Katy Cameron said...

Love all the bright colours on the Dresden, so summery :o)

kristastitched said...

such bright and cheery dresdens! love it, good work!

Barbara said...

Be still, my heart. The piano key border was a fantastic idea!

~Dee said...

Your black/white with lime is the inspiration for my next quilt. Gorgeous! Sorry I'll miss you tomorrow.

Melinda said...

Love them both! That's it! I'm getting my black/white/green quilt out tonight and getting it pinned! Move over hubbie!

Debbie said...

love the black & white quilt, including the back - nice!

Amy said...

what beautiful quilts!I am sure your friend will love her quilt.

Lynne said...

I love the bright colours in the Dresden Plate quilt!

Marg said...

I love both your quilts. The piano key border on the Dresdens is perfect. I love the backing on Kitty's quilt, simple but so effective.

Amy - Amy's Creative Side said...

They are both fantastic! Wish my week was as productive ;)

Vickie said...

I love the piano key border!!!! Perfect. And thanks for the link to the label tutorial. I absolutely must start labeling things I make. I like how yours looks! Hugs!

Kate S. said...

Your dresden is lovely and so cheery! You are good to do quilt labels... I really should do this but haven't gotten my act together.

Martha said...

I love the black/white with green. The other quilt is also beautiful, bright and cheerful. Thanks for the link to the label tutorial. Enjoyed my visit.

Jodi-JoJoMia's Place said...

Beautiful!! I love black/white/lime or black/white/pink too! It is a lovely quilt, you did a great job.