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Friday, February 21, 2014

Red Window Quilt - Warmth on a Cold February Day

I was able to get outside and take some pictures even though it was a bit overcast and starting to get dark. Humphrey insisted that he should get in on this action. I think he adds something to the quilt, don't you?
Another finish in February, makes up for no finishes in January. I made this quilt to "practice/test" my new Baby Lock Tiara machine - I think Betty-Lou (I name all of my machines) passed.



The quilt turned out very soft and cuddly

FMQ Wiggly Lines

FMQ Paisley

FMQ Swirls

I didn't use any batting, just simple brown fleece for the backing. I think the quilting really shows up well with this combination. I really like how the red binding sets off the whole quilt, even the back.
There were a few thread "burps" on the back, it really helps when you learn to thread your machine correctly. The quilt dimensions are 59"wide  X 71"long, a generous throw. The Red Window quilt is my own design.

 Today, I'm linking up with FMQ Project Friday, TGIFF, Link-A-Finish Friday, Can I Get a Whoop, Whoop and Finish It Up Friday


Color Me Quilty!

Pat 

23 comments:

  1. I think you and Betty Lou (you could make a song out of that!) are getting along famously! What a great quilt! And Humphrey - TOO cute!!

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  2. Love your quilting on this one! You inspired me to make a simple quilt and let the quilting pop it. Cute pup too!!

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  3. The quilting really makes it, nice job!

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  4. Very nice, very modern quilt! Love the quilting!!

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  5. Beautiful quilting, Pat! Great modern design too!

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  6. Very nice quilting, I wish I could do that! And of course the red binding speaks to me...

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  7. Lovely quilt! Especially love all the quilting in the negative space!

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  8. Hello Pat,
    That is a really striking quilt and really shows the quilting to best advantage. I especially like the paisley - so neat!
    Love, Muv

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  9. I LOVE the paisley quilting! I need to practice more because I would love to be able to do that :).

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  10. Love your quilting! And the quilt! I'd say your Baby Lock Tiara aced the test - and you, too!

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  11. That quilting is amazing. I'm just starting out with free motion quilting...I can only dream!

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  12. Very pretty quilting. It looks soft and cuddly.

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  13. Looks great. Thanks for sharing the detail! Love it.

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  14. Omg what a cute dog. Your quilt is nice too.

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  15. I love this! Great design and what warm colors. It looks perfect to snuggle with :)

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  16. Wow your stitching is amazing! Thank you for linking up to TGIFF!

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  17. Fantastic quilting! Humphrey does add to the photo shoot!

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  18. Wow, your free-motion stitching looks utterly professional--just beautiful! The red really snazzes up the brown, too. And I don't know where you are located, but I see hints of an incredible view in those photos. May I please live on your deck??? LOL

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  19. Awesome finish Pat! The quilting is amazing and I love the red binding. Very nice. :-)

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  20. It seems like you and your new machine are getting along great. Your FMQ is amazing. The quilt is beautiful!

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  21. WOW!! I absolutely love everything about your quilt. I am envious of your FMQ. So beautiful! I am just starting to try FMQ and it is hard to not get frustrated, but I understand the key is practice, practice, practice! I love your pattern and your fabric choices. and the brown fleece backing looks awesome!

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