The winter weather is not great for photos today - was too windy this morning to go outside and now the rain has well and truly settled in - so just some inside shots for this little lap quilt (which is 32" x 32" in size).
I used a Moda charm square pack that has been in my stash for a while, called Simply Style by Vanessa Christenson of V and Co. for Moda; the backing is a pale teal print and the binding is a navy polka dot.
The pattern is called 'Charlotte' and comes from a Me & My Sister Designs collection called "3 Times the Charm!' (published by Leisure Arts). It was very quick and could easily be made in a day.
I free-motion quilted flowers in the white spaces of the main area and a swirly-ball 'vine' along the borders (as done on the sample quilt in the pattern book).
I've made this for a local lady who had an unfortunate accident and will be stuck in a wheelchair for quite a few months as she works on the recovery from her injuries; I've made this to help keep her warm when out and about and called it 'Kia Kaha' (Maori for 'stay strong').
A warm mid-winter welcome to all my visitors from Myra's Busy Hands Quilts Finished or Not Friday linky party! And also those from Kelly's Needle and Thread Thursday!
What a lovely gift. Your friend will feel very special when snuggling under such a pretty quilt.
ReplyDeleteThat is certainly the intention - she deserves to feel a bit special.
DeleteThat is so cute! I just love the inside border. It's the perfect size for your quilt.
ReplyDeleteThanks Shannon! It was a nice quick finish.
DeleteLove these fabrics, and your quilting is super! Very nice present.
ReplyDeleteCheers Judy - I love making items for other people.
DeleteWhat a lovely quilt and I'm sure your friend will love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jayne - it is always a pleasure to make something for someone else.
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