Well, I’m never the one to wait 6 months to finish a project. Oh wait, yes I am.
If you remember (I know you don’t), the quilting class that Jenny and I took at The Creative Connection, you know that I started a great table topper. (The class was taught by Camille Roskelley.)
Don’t you love her Moda Fabric line? You bet I do. I may have just spotted it at Ben Franklin (I didn’t know they carried so much Moda) and about had a heart attack. Then I bought a lot of it. A lot.
Back to the story. I quilted the topper in the fall but it sat unfinished…. until now. I finally got around to binding it. (Ridiculous that I waited so long.)
How cute is this?
It’s such a nice little spring touch to the living room. I’m thinking of using these fabrics for my kitchen curtains. Just love them. Such pretty patterns and a nice vintage feel.
On a related note, I’ve been getting emails from folks about quilting. Some of you want to learn to quilt, too. If you can sew a (kinda) straight line, you can quilt. It’s not hard, it just takes some time and some learning. All of which you can do.
In case you are interested in quilting, here are some links and resources that I hope can help you get started. I’m not a even close to being good enough to teach anyone, but I’ve learned a lot and find that the more I read, practice and try, the better.
So here we go…
How I learned
I sewed for the first time on my momma’s machine at a class at Michael’s. The class left a little (okay, a lot) to be desired, but it was enough to get me going. I probably should have known how to use a sewing machine before I went, but such is life.
I quilted on and off for a while and then took on two quilts to give as wedding gifts to our parents. It broke me.
Then, I started quilting again in the last few years, when I started seeing all the beautiful, modern designs online.
Blogs and books I recommend for quilting
These are a few quilting books I own and find helpful:
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Jenny @ Anything Pretty says
Oh I love how it turned out! It looks great on that table and just in time for spring. It would not have been nearly as fun if you would have finished it in the winter. As always, love the quilting! I need to start consulting you on my quilting designs because you come up with the best stuff!
yeoldesandwichshoppeva says
Thanks for all the tips & advice. I’ve been considering quilting as a hobby. Maybe in a few years when things have calmed down (AHAHAHA). I started a quilt when I was 12 and I never finished binding it. Maybe that’s a bad sign. If I ever dig it out and finish it, then I will take up quilting!
Stephanie Soebbing says
I’m honored to be your quilting friend Kim. And thanks for linking to my blog. Your quilt turned out great. And don’t worry about taking so long to finish it. Next time you’re over I’ll show you my quilt rack that is FULL of unfinished projects. Some just need the binding, but I haven’t gotten to it yet.
miamihoney says
Another great quilt! Thank you for the leads. I am slowly working on my first quilt and so far so good 🙂
Leigh says
Your project turned out great. Any of those will make great kitchen fabrics (curtains, pot holders, embellishment to towels).I’m a totally hack quilter- thanks for sharing the resources. And I have yet to find a store by me that carries Moda Fabric, which makes me really sad.
Katie says
I’m glad to know I’m not the only procrastinator! I have made a few baby sized quilts and am hoping to continue to make more. They are so fun, and pretty simple and rewarding. Thanks for showing off your work!
Haley says
I love your quilts! Quilting is on my list of must learn to do’s… maybe i’ll get some books and by the time my children are grown, I might be brave enough to jump in.
carrie @ brick city love says
I just gifted my very first quilt (). While I probably don’t have the patience to be a “quilter”, I totally see more in my future.
So I say...Living Life to the Fullest says
I’d love to learn how to quilt. My goal is to someday make a t-shirt quilt. And your quilts are really pretty and colorful. 🙂
fabulous50shousewife says
Quilting can be fun. I’ve done baby blankets before. For larger quilts my favorite is large denim quilts. They end up being thick and heavy and perfect for cuddling by the fire or watching movies. I usually tie them because they are so thick but it is about my speed of quilting. So much fun!
Oh and the denim quilts are a great way to re-use all your favorite pairs of jeans!
Breanne says
Adorable! I love your multiple stitch in the ditch lines, it compliments the design nicely! I love quilting, one of these days I’ll actually bind my Harry Potter quilt. It turned out so great, and right now it’s functioning primarily as a cat seat…
Breen says
I’d love to quilt…First I have to unpack the sewing Machine my husband got me for Christmas 2009 and then learn how to use it.
My Aunt quilts but has this HUGE machine in her house that she uses.
Jenny @ Words on Wendhurst says
Love those fabrics. I am impressed that you have the patience to quilt. My mom is a huge quilter but I have never been able to do it. 🙂 also, LOVE that leather chair! 🙂
Kristi says
Super cute!! I love the fabric and the way you quilted it.