It’s a Happy Day! Happy Diamond quilt day! It’s finished and I’m just so pleased with it. Actually, I think I’m more pleased that I actually finished something. The only other quilt I completed, someone else quilted it and put the binding on. So, I’m proud of myself for getting it from start to finish AND it didn’t take me forever.
I found that I really enjoy just about every part of the quilt making process. I didn’t even mind the basting part, but I know that’s because I wasn’t crawling around on the floor (not a pretty sight!).
One of the things I struggled with in the beginning was keeping my seams at 1/4″. About halfway thru, I found a 1/4″ foot for my machine and boy, did that help! If you don’t have one for your machine, I highly recommend it. My Dad always said the right tools make a job so much easier and it is so true.
This quilt is so playful, with all the bright colors and the crisp white background. And that backing! I drool whenever I see it……..
I did the binding in the same fabric as the backing, because I had enough and it works. Actually, any of the bright colors would have been nice, or even a multiple color binding. There are lots of options with this quilt.
My sister keeps asking me who I’m making this quilt for. I didn’t make it for any specific person, but someone will come along sometime that will benefit from this quilt. Meanwhile, it’s gonna make me smile every time I see it!
Finally, you did it! It looks great. What finished size is it?
Hi Bee. It finished at 47×52. It’s a nice size for a baby quilt or picnic quilt. I kind of wish it was bigger so if I make it again, I’ll add more rows! Thanks for visiting!
Your quilt is lovely- I agree it’s the sort of thing that makes you smile.
Thanks Linda!
It looks beautiful….Just like you….I know you are proud to have finished it…..It is wonderful…..I know you are thinking of your next project…….
Thanks Marilyn! And you’re right…..I have many projects to do!!