Sunday, October 30, 2011

Novelty String Quilt


This novelty string quilt is my latest addition to the Etsy quilt store. The novelty fabrics include some Victorian children and toys, an ice skate, flowers,etc. See close-ups below. This quilt is a fun combination of improv string piecing and an organized pattern of blocks in a grid. I like how the red outer border holds it all together. I should have added some selvages to this one. Next time.




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17 comments:

  1. Kelli Fannin QuiltsOctober 30, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Love it!

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  2. susilociOctober 30, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    Que maravilla, es precioso!!!!

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  3. FabricFascinationOctober 30, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Very unique and lovely. It would be fun to pick out all the special prints you've included.

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  4. Abby and StephanieOctober 30, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    I like that alot. Novelty fabrics are such fun.

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  5. Jean(ie)October 30, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I love the chunky take on a string quilt. Love it!

    Stay warm and comfy with all your snow...

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  6. Stitched With PrayerOctober 30, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Great quilt! I love dropping by your blog, you always have something wonderful to share. Thank You, Big Hugs...

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  7. UnknownOctober 30, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    Just wonderful! I'm already thinking about how to incorporate selvages into this pattern. Thanks for the great idea.

    Edda

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  8. MB in MIOctober 30, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    WOW--beautiful!

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  9. AnnieOctober 30, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    That really is a striking quilt! As I viewed the quilt and read your post, I kept thinking I'll have to see this close up and see where the selvages might be hiding...hahaha...soon enough I had my answer to that. I don't like novelty fabrics much but I love your use of them here. Probably because they blend into the overall beauty.

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  10. Nifty QuiltsOctober 30, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Wonderful use of value. Beautiful quilt!

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  11. pcflamingoOctober 30, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    HEY! I actually still have some of that blueberry fabric from way back when. Love string quilts, where you can use any size, any color and the Quilt Police have no jurisdiction.

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  12. JanOctober 30, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Wow, another beautiful and so original quilt! Love it!

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  13. Needled MomOctober 30, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    It is fabulous!!!!!

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  14. DinahOctober 30, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    I really love this one, Karen!

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  15. HelenOctober 31, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Great design, Karen! Love those novelty prints too. And I am in love with string quilts besides.

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  16. patty a.October 31, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Beautiful quilt!

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  17. TerriNovember 2, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Red is the best accent in any quilt. I love yours.

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