Monday, May 12, 2008

Scrappy Illusion

Well, here she is...


Even though the blocks look like they're set on edge, the quilt actually consists of 16-patches and pinwheels in rows. Funky.

I spent an entire day piecing the backing because just patching together pieces of fabric looked less than pretty.

I did the binding by machine. I think this will stand up better if washed frequently (and it's quicker).

50"x60" and in my Etsy store, because I just don't need another quilt.

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31 comments:

  1. sarah, rsmMay 12, 2008 at 3:11 PM

    This is GORGEOUS ~ I love it! I am a beginner quilter and you are one of my favorite cyber-teachers, so, thank you!

    :) Sarah

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  2. JohnMay 12, 2008 at 3:48 PM

    It's beautiful, Anina! OK, so do you have any machine binding tips?

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  3. dutchcomfortMay 12, 2008 at 3:59 PM

    Breathtaking! Those bright colours and another quilt at the backing! I love the ‘trompe l’oeuil’ created by the pinwheels!

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  4. QuiltedSimpleMay 12, 2008 at 4:44 PM

    I love it!!! The colors are so bright and cheerful. How do you do the binding on the machine though? (I have 3 quilts that need binding and I am absolutely dreadingit - hehe)

    Kris

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  5. DanaMay 12, 2008 at 5:39 PM

    I liked it from the first photo, but when I scrolled down to the photo of the back...wow! I have a very strong desire to go play with spotted fabric now. If only I had a stash of spotted fabric...

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  6. Katie JeanMay 12, 2008 at 6:40 PM

    aaah I love it anina. It's beautiful!

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  7. MaggieMay 12, 2008 at 7:50 PM

    I love it! It's really beautiful! I think your quilts are so beautiful! Love it!

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  8. Amanda JeanMay 12, 2008 at 8:32 PM

    oh, anina! it. is. gorgeous.

    absolutely gorgeous.

    would you mind if I borrow your design? I LOVE the sixteen patches with the pinwheels as alternate blocks.

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  9. Becky J.May 12, 2008 at 8:41 PM

    love it! very sneakey of those blocks to do that. i love it when that happens. great job.

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  10. jacquieMay 12, 2008 at 9:02 PM

    it's so bright and cheery and the illusion is great!

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  11. AdrienneMay 12, 2008 at 9:23 PM

    Another gorgeous quilt! I love the colors and the pattern. I need to get busy and get back to some of my projects. Life seems to get in the way! ~Adrienne~

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  12. KatieMay 12, 2008 at 10:04 PM

    Very funky indeed. I love it.

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  13. wyndesnowMay 13, 2008 at 6:52 AM

    I love it! And a great idea! I may have to add it to my list of to do's!

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  14. Sew Create It - JaneMay 13, 2008 at 8:49 AM

    Stunning and a great optical illusion!

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  15. Yummers!May 13, 2008 at 9:11 AM

    The quilt is lovely... so bright and cheery!! I bet it sells quickly. You did a great job choosing colors... sort of crayon colors?
    Joni

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  16. sewprimitive karenMay 13, 2008 at 9:40 AM

    Anina, that is so amazingly pretty. Just love the back, it was worth a day's work :-).

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  17. bekiMay 13, 2008 at 9:50 AM

    That is gorgeous!!

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  18. PiecesMay 13, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    Ohmigosh, I love it, love it, love it!

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  19. AnonymousMay 13, 2008 at 12:00 PM

    I love it, if I weren't saving for vacation I would so have this quilt. I'm in love, the colors and everything are perfect. Great job and glad you are back to blogland!!

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  20. CamiMay 13, 2008 at 3:09 PM

    Beautiful! Love it. Perfect scrappy quilt. THanks for saying that it is acutally pinwheels and 16 paches because I couldn't figure out how you had done this. Love it!

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  21. ThimbleannaMay 13, 2008 at 8:16 PM

    Wow Anina! That quilt is stunning. I don't know how you can bear to part with it!!!

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  22. AnonymousMay 14, 2008 at 4:45 PM

    Oh my goodness! I love this quilt! And the backing... how fun is that! Two quilts in one! Absolutely love it!

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  23. AnonymousMay 15, 2008 at 9:41 AM

    Wow, that is an awesome quilt! I love how vibrant and colorful it is.

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  24. Chookyblue......May 15, 2008 at 5:18 PM

    looks great.........well done........

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  25. TineMay 16, 2008 at 12:52 PM

    That is so beautiful! And the illusion of the blocks being on point is fun... I have to concentrate to see the pinwheels, but then all of a sudden...there they are! I love the colors and the pieced back is wonderful.

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  26. Chara MicheleMay 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM

    This turned out absolutely fabulous Anina. I love how you pieced the back!

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  27. Brigitte May 27, 2008 at 11:10 AM

    This quilt is beautifull! Very nice job!

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  28. Sylvie - Madame CréativeJune 10, 2008 at 6:43 AM

    This quilt is wonderful! Bravo!

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  29. Cheryl ArkisonJune 26, 2008 at 2:44 PM

    Yeah for pieced backs!
    Just found your blog and I am enjoying exploring your work.

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  30. AllisonJune 28, 2008 at 8:02 AM

    I love this quilt! A good illusion.

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  31. SarahJuly 8, 2008 at 12:30 AM

    What a gorgeous quilt! I love the colors and the design! Beautiful!

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