Tuesday, December 28, 2010

How I spent my Christmas

Remember back in grade school when you returned from Christmas break or Summer vacation you had to write a report on what you did over break? I was never very fond of that.


Earlier this month I took these piles of fabric...


...ran them through this...


...and ended up with a bunch of these and...



...some of these strings to add to my string collection. The red, white, and blue strings will be used to make some QOV blocks.


I took all the squares and put them together into this DNP lap quilt for a friend that recently was married. I was going back and forth on what design to use and what fabric until I came to this one. I wanted something that wasn't girly and would make a nice statement on the back of their couch.  They said they wanted something bright and colorful because their house is whites and creams. I think this should add a bit of color. I have a bunch of squares left over for another project too. Plus plenty more for the QOV string blocks.

9 comments:

Barb said...

Love your DNP!!

luv2quilt2 said...

It's a really cheery quilt, and I'm sure your friend will love it.

Tangos Treasures said...

Love it!!

QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DI said...

I think you are really getting ready for the 4th of July early to be ahead of the rest of us!!!!!
great job!!
Hugs, di and miss gracie

SewCalGal said...

What a wonderful QOV quilt. Thank you for doing this. Love it! This is truly a gift from your heart.

SewCalGal
www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

Zlaty said...

Great idea Robin! I am sure your friends will love the quilt!

Shari said...

A modern graphic quilt! Would look great with a neutral decor - I'm sure they are going to love it!!

Alycia said...

I love it! I got that dye for Christmas - you inspired me!

Sinta Renee said...

just stopping by to wihs you a happy new year!