Friday, August 31, 2012

Patchwork



Seems I've made nothing but patchwork quilts this summer.  Probably because they, at my very core, are my favorite.  They were when I was 18 years old and they still are over 20 years later.  I just can't help it.  Sometimes I wonder if it has to do with the patchwork design wallpaper my mother hung in my room when I was a little girl. 

I love the randomness of them.  I love the utilitarianism of them.  I love the scrappy nature of them.

Patchwork quilts forever!

-dana 

26 comments:

  1. ArtfulifeAugust 31, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    Beautiful dana! Love the quilting too :)

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  2. TrudiAugust 31, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Feeds my soul :) beautiful indeed!

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  3. April (Polkadot Sparrow)August 31, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    Patchwork quilts FOREVER!!! :)

    Love this one. It's a riot of color without being overwhelming. It's just right!

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  4. Dirt Road QuilterAugust 31, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    I have to agree! I always find myself drawn to the patchwork quilts first. It's sad that I haven't made one for myself. Must remedy that! The combination of colors in yours is fabulous.

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  5. KarAugust 31, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Patchwork quilts are the absolute best. No fuss. Just good ole' comfy, cozy just waiting for you to snuggle in. Love it!

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  6. Suburban StitcherAugust 31, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Love this one!

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  7. JodiAugust 31, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Fabulous patchy quilt! And that must mean you had a happy childhood with good memories tied to that bedroom - yaaay!

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  8. ashleyAugust 31, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    Love that quilt! Patchworks are the best! It's funny, I don't normally think of making them, but when I do, I just fall in love with them! Have a great weekend!

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  9. Jennifer Mathis of Ellison LaneAugust 31, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    I love patchwork quilts too. I have voile just waiting patiently for me to cut into for a patchwork quilt for my bed. Other projects just keep jumping ahead of it though.
    Love yours!

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  10. **nicke...August 31, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    i couldn't agree more. just another reason why i like you so much and why i believe we are long lost sisters! xo

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  11. KristinAugust 31, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    Ohh, I love it! It is fresh and summery, yet still makes me think of fall. Also Loopy quilting is my Favorite ever! :)

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  12. RachelAugust 31, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    I made a similar patchy quilt with Joel Dewberry fabrics and its final effect was stunning. Great quilt.

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  13. UnknownAugust 31, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Love the colors as it whispers come borrow me. :D

    What wonderful work you do.

    One day I hope I get that good.

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  14. TerriawAugust 31, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Beautiful quilt! It speaks to me too, probably because I really love patchwork squares too. I love the simplicity over fussing piecing. And I love the boldness you can achieve with larger squares and brighter prints.

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  15. Scottish NannaAugust 31, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Beautiful Quilt it is nice and bright and cheery I love it.I like the patchwork ones to.have A good weekend.
    Hugs Mary.xx

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  16. JackieAugust 31, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Love those colors. One day I will learn to quilt, after my kids no longer want me to make stuff for them.

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  17. KaramatAugust 31, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    So pretty!! Patchwork quilts are my favorite to make.

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  18. KimSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:32 AM

    You rock them better than anyone too!

    Happy Sewing

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  19. ClaireSeptember 1, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    I love quilts too. Out of all the crafty things I do, quilting is my favorite. Nothing speaks quite like a quilt does and a home can never have too many in my book. Your latest quilt is beautiful Dana.

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  20. Osage Bluff QuilterSeptember 1, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Very Very pretty! Cute cat too.

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  21. sallgoodSeptember 1, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    LOVE!!

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  22. www.randomthoughtsdoordi.comSeptember 1, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I love the colors and the scale of the prints you have combined here. I'm a patchwork fan too.

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  23. WandaSeptember 2, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Beautiful quilt and I love the way the kitty loves the quilt too (kitties are SO smart!)

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  24. evaSeptember 2, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    this is really my all time favourite quilt too..... square(s) & simple.

    Lovely!!!
    xo
    eva

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  25. JulieSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    This is beautiful. What is good size to cut squares?

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  26. UnknownSeptember 9, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    Love it Dana! all the Cora are beautiful :)

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