Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Boy Quilt Finish


 I just finished a quilt for a friend of mine that is having a boy in February.  She wanted Navy, Orange, and Grey.  I had been wanting to try a zig zag quilt pattern and this seemed perfect for her.  I also also wanted to do a silhouette on the back.  The silhouettes were fun to make and I can't wait to try this technique again.

back of quilt

I LOVE the little fish!

 Of course, while I was taking pictures I became aware of someone that was very curious about what Mommy was doing.
Can Mommy see me?



Those beautiful black marble eyes melt my heart.  

No matter what you are doing, take time to 'notice' those little curious ones.  Following Mommy or Daddy around is the greatest compliment a little one can give.  :)  Have a great week! -Little Mama Hen.

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22 comments:

  1. Gina LoomisOctober 10, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    I love everything about your quilt.... the colors, the back, the sillouttes are awesome! I've not seen that before! Did you use a die for those? Great photos of your little one!

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  2. UnknownOctober 10, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    Absolutely Adorable! I love how you made the back of the quilt special too. Nice Work

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    1. AprilOctober 11, 2012 at 5:12 AM

      Thanks so much Nikki! :) Your little dog on your blog is so cute! -April

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  3. NicoleOctober 10, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    The silhouettes are so cute! How did you make them?

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    1. AprilOctober 11, 2012 at 4:58 AM

      Thanks Nicole! I cut out black fabric and heat bonded it. I straight stitched the edges for extra security. It was easy and if my friend tells me that it holds up well with a few washings, then I'll try this technique again...maybe bigger! :) -April

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  4. Η ΠευκοβελόναOctober 11, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    The colors are just great, the feeling I get is happiness. What are the printed fabrics that you used?

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    1. AprilOctober 11, 2012 at 5:04 AM

      Thanks so much Zafeira. The grey is Reunion - Daisy's Dates in Graphite (Moda). The Navy Blue and Fish fabric is a Japanese fabric I found on Etsy (I LOVE this fabric). And the cute little Elephant fabric is Savanna Bop by Thomas Knauer for Andover. It was a fun quilt to make. Have a great day. -April

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  5. SarahZOctober 11, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    Oh my! Those pictures melted my heart, too! Enjoy!

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  6. CindyOctober 11, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    I think the quilt is wonderful. The family on the receiving end will be absolutely thrilled. I especially enjoy the back of the quilt. What a great way to add a special touch.

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  7. marcellaOctober 12, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    That quilt is adorable both front and back! You did a great job. Looks like you have a wonderful helper at your house too.

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  8. KatOctober 12, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I love the silhouettes you made... and the tiny little feet, too ;-)

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  9. MeganOctober 12, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    I seriously love that quilt! what pattern is it? Also, LOVE the silhouettes! The elephants are absolutely adorable. I know whoever is receiving this quilt will be thrilled! Great job!

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    1. AprilOctober 17, 2012 at 6:32 PM

      Thank Megan! It's just HST turned to make a zigzag pattern. There is a tutorial at the Missouri Star Quilt Co. blog that gave me the idea. I think they call it chevrons. :)

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  10. charlotteOctober 13, 2012 at 2:07 AM

    That silhouette just makes that quilt!! I am going to remember that idea for my next little boy quilt.

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  11. JeanetteOctober 13, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    Love those silhouette, especially the elephants! Cute quilt!

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  12. Sue DaurioOctober 13, 2012 at 4:59 AM

    What an awesome quilt, front and back are both wonderful. Love the silhouettes great add touch.

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  13. JenetaOctober 13, 2012 at 7:07 AM

    Oh that is adorable! I love quilts that are beautiful both sides.

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  14. DeniceOctober 14, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    Love the colors! Those silhouettes are adorable.

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  15. Sarah CraigOctober 14, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Such a pretty quilt, but that back is really something special!! Whoop whoop!!

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  16. Heidi GrohsOctober 17, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    I adore the silhouettes!!!! So, so beautiful!

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  17. TheLFamilyOctober 25, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    I am on the receiving end and I am thrilled and can't wait to wrap up my bundle of joy in it.
    www.suchalovelymess.com

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