I did change the binding on it, since I had to take it off anyway. I like the blue binding much better.
I feel like it calms the quilt down just a little bit, and doesn't clash with the quilt.
This red is the old binding. I think that it clashes with the other reds, and makes the quilt feel busier.
What do you think?
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I'll celebrate my finish and show some fun pictures with my little (and not so little) helpers.
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My daughter Ari decided she needed to put some "style" into the quilt.
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It looks like some super awesome water ballet moves!
A close-up of the binding and some of the quilting. I didn't end up quilting the border at all. I put the binding on all by machine.
We did some fun kid-in-quilt tossing, but I couldn't get one non-blurry picture, so I thought I'd make a collage so you can see how much fun we all had!
I was planning on taking it outside and taking some fun shots, but we woke up this morning to this:
A couple of inches of snow on the last day of our Spring Break. Bummer!
We could only stand a couple of outside shots. Brrr! That's what happens in Spring in Idaho!
Even though I don't {LOVE} the quilt, we're still going to use it. It will be one of those quilts that I won't mind it being dragged and tossed around...even taken outside for a picnic or used to make a fort.
That is, if my husband doesn't steal it. He says he REALLY likes it, because it's so linear. He's an analytical-type of guy and needs everything laid out in straight lines. {Example: when we plant trees and bushes, he has to measure everything so it's perfectly spaced apart, from side to side and front to back--but don't tell him I told you that! :) }
That's why everything I love he says, "meh--s'okay." And everything I don't especially like, he loves!
I hope everyone has a great Easter Weekend!
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It turned out nicely--I'd almost forgotten about that quilt, honestly. It also snowed here in Provo this morning, too.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out nicely--I'd almost forgotten about that quilt, honestly. It also snowed here in Provo this morning, too.
ReplyDeleteDidn't you start making that quilt a little before Rayce was born? It's been a long time...
ReplyDeleteCongrats on getting it done. I agree I like the blue binding, but the red is just fine too, doesn't look to clash with in the pictures. I think it's a great quilt and will be wonderful for July 4th fireworks :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the finish, Diane! I admire that you stuck with it and finished it up. I've just about given up on my 11-year old WIP. I don't like it anymore so why bother?!? Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteNice kids and a nice finish. I understand about the husband. I planted trees with mine today. You can guess how that went.
ReplyDeleteThat is a very splendid quilt! your husband's response has given me insight into what makes a good "guy" quilt...thank-you I have been struggling to understand how to make something that men and boys would enjoy, I will keep those points in mind.
ReplyDeleteThank-you and keep doing the "right" thing like finishing up your UFO's and making them as well as you can, I agree that it really is ultimately worthwhile. You set are setting a good example for us all.
blessings:) toni-anne
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I love the blue binding - you're right about the red binding. It is a little busier. Blue was a better choice.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm an Idaho girl too - and we had that crazy snowy weather. Ugh. Can't believe I actually miss springtime in Seattle!
I agree with your change to the blue binding. Love your quilt!
ReplyDeleteLove it! I agree with Doug:-) nice job!
ReplyDeleteAmazing!! I bet it feels really really good to have it done!
ReplyDeleteThat is a really great quilt. Put it away for a few days (or weeks) and then get it out again and you'll love it! It was fun to see it get its inaugural use. Congrats on a great finish and thank you for linking up!
ReplyDeletexo -E