I opted to border the sampler quilt. I had this red floral print that I picked up at WalMart a while back. It seemed made for this quilt, so that's what I used for the border. I have a little over three yards left of the fabric, which I will probably combine with something else to make a backing.
I used four of the smaller six-inch blocks for the border corners. I have one six-inch block left, the little flag, which I plan to incorporate into a label for the back of the quilt. As soon as I get the backing constructed, I'll take it to Lena for quilting.
The six-inch blocks made perfect border corners.
This Little Piggy
Henny Penny
Miss Bessie
Thomas Turkey
Stripes the Barn Cat
Note: Those who follow my reading list at left might be interested to know that I finally updated it. I had fallen behind. I have added the last four books that I have read this summer.
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On 08/12/2016, Carolyn Sands said ...
Very nice!
On 08/12/2016, Jane said ...
Susan, you did a fabulous job on this quilt. I think you need to readjust your opinion of yourself as "very productive" with time outs here and there! One word of caution: red fabric has ruined many a quilt in the wash------maybe you can get away with never washing it!!!
On 08/12/2016, Joanne Cage said ...
Wow! The border made all the colors stand out. I love this quilt top.
I see you've read T.K. Thorn's Angels at the Gate. That's on my list to read sometime soon. Hope it's as good as Noah's Wife.
On 08/13/2016, Judy Wilming said ...
Love it Susan - really great job as usual.
On 08/14/2016, Sue, a Florida Farm Girl said ...
I love it!! That red print worked just right.
On 08/14/2016, gailss1 said ...
Very nice top and love all your hard work....nice to have a finished top and makes room for the next one.
On 08/15/2016, Trudy Abernathy-Neill said ...
Hi Susan, I adore this quilt and have enjoyed watching as each block came together. I think the red is perfect to pull it all together. I told my husband I MUST have this book for the pattern and have it on my Amazon list. Looking forward to seeing what you do next...take good care....Trudy of Windermere Farm.
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