One of the fat quarters that I showed here Saturday came from a bolt of this fabric (at right). At the time, Terry mentioned that it would make a wonderful border to go with the fat quarters. But I didn't even know what I was going to make from the fat quarters, so I didn't know if I'd even need a border.
At home in my sewing room, going through books and patterns, I found just the design for these soft spring fabrics--Friendship Star (see photo below) from the book Quilts from The Quiltermaker's Gift (see other photo below). Now I had my design, and I was positive the quilt would need a border.
So yesterday, on our way back from the drive in the country, I asked Vann if he would stop at the quilt shop (since we were going right by it). And, being the best husband in the whole world, he agreed to stop. I got three yards, which is more than enough for borders. (Maybe some pillowcases too.) I so want to get started on this quilt right away, but I've vowed to finish Felicia's wedding quilt first. So why am I not in the sewing room??? Bye, y'all.
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On 03/27/2008, May Kristin said ...
Good luck with the quilt! Look forward to see it!
On 03/27/2008, Beverly said ...
The fabric is lovely. I am anxious to see what you make.
On 03/27/2008, Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio said ...
Your quilt is going to be beautiful! I missed your previous post. I love covered bridges! They conjure up a simpler time in life...
Hugs,
Penny
On 03/27/2008, Gayle said ...
The fabric is fabulous. I can't wait to see how your quilt turns out. I enjoyed the field trip to see all of the covered bridges. I always look forward to reading your posts. Have a wonderful evening.
On 03/28/2008, Terri said ...
That book has fabulous quilts in it. I can't wait to see yours.
On 03/28/2008, Nicole said ...
Oooohhh, yummy! I have that book, and have the page with the Friendship quilt marked with a Post It flag. Someday I will get one made too. I had a friend over to the house for the first time yesterday and she asked to see my sewing room. I was so embarassed. You could hardly move around in the room for all the unfinished project boxes I have everywhere. I need to get going and finish something!
On 03/29/2008, Pam said ...
That rose fabric is very pretty. It really reminds me of pillow cases from my childhood. It will be a lovely quilt I'm sure!!
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