Last month I was pleased to be a pattern tester for Cheryl of Meadow Mist Designs. Her newest pattern, Scrappy Tiles, can be made with scraps and is also great with a layer cake which is what attracted me to it. I had to keep this project under wraps until Cheryl released her pattern, but now I can share it with you and I’m so happy to do so.
I had a Palindromes by Paula Nadelstern for Benartex layer cake hanging around and I wasn’t sure what to do with it. Cheryl’s pattern was the perfect choice.
PIC OF FRONT OF QUILT
There are instructions for two sizes – baby and lap – I made the baby quilt size and had the pieces cut and sewn in no time. There were extra pieces of the layer cake so I used them in the backing.
QUILT BACK
I absolutely love this quilt! I know, I say that about every quilt I make. But it’s so true. The colors are fantastic and give the top so much visual interest. This was also the first time I’ve made a small quilt and I really enjoyed finishing it so quickly.
The binding is a print by Pat Sloan in her Bobbins & Bits line for Moda. It was in my stash and I think it was a great choice. All the fabrics used were from my stash so I was super psyched about that.
PIC OF BINDING
I quilted it using a spiral pattern – another first for me. Overall I’m pleased with the look. There were a couple of places where I lost my place because the thread blended in so well but I figure if it’s hard for me to see then maybe no one else will! 🙂 I’ve got some more practicing to do but not too bad for a first try.
PIC OF SPIRALS
This definitely isn’t a traditional color choice for a baby quilt but I think a little one would enjoy all the fun colors and designs in the fabrics. I do, so my inner child must be coming out…..
I will definitely make more quilts with the Scrappy Tiles pattern. Cheryl’s pattern is well-written and easy to understand and the blocks come together so easily. I hope you’ll consider getting a copy of her pattern for yourself.
Linking up with Needle and Thread Thursday. Be sure to check out all the other great projects!
It’s almost the weekend – enjoy!!
Beth
I really like the bright colors in your version of Cheryl’s pattern. I agree the pattern was quite easy to follow.
I love your version of Scrappy Tiles! Thank you so, so much for testing for me!
Love the colors and pattern for a baby. Your quilting looks great too. I have that happen too where I lose where I am because the thread blends so well! Great finish!
What a perfect pattern for those prints!
I definitely done the “lost my place because I can’t find the thread — oops there it is” when quilting!!
Such a fun finish, and your swirl quilting looks great! Isn’t it fun to try new designs?.
How cool that you tested the pattern for Cheryl! Your finished quilt looks great, and aren’t bright colors supposed to be good and interesting for children? I love that you were able to make this entirely from your stash, too!