Monday 22 October 2012

From K - Finished: Smitten for each other

Today marks the final days of the Great Canadian Quilt Off 'eh! and I'm thrilled to finally show you my final product.

Week 1: Cut your fabric and start working on blocks
Week 2: Finish making blocks
Week 3: Attach borders and finish quilt top
Week 4: Baste and quilt


This quilt was so much fun to sew up, and I really like how it shows off the fabulous Cuzco prints. In total I made 20 stars (4 columns of 5 rows). In the end I'm really glad I followed Amanda's lead and added a fifth row, as I think this final quilt size will make for lots of couch time.


For the backing I chose a fun numerical text from Ikea that didn't fight with the top for attention. I especially love the timeless nature of this print, I mean when has numbered text ever gone out of style?


Choosing a binding for quilt was tougher than I had expected it to be. I knew I wanted a colored pattern but I couldn't decide immediately on which one. Once the quilt top was finished, I figured a tone on tone blue would do the trick. Here I've used a print from Tea Decadence by Mary Engelbreit.


Final Quilt Details:
- Quilt Name: Smitten for Each Other
- Finished Size: 56" x 70"
- Fabric: Cuzco by Kate Spain; Kona White; Britten Nummer from Ikea, Tea Decadence by Mary Engelbreit.
- Pattern: Smitten by Cluck Cluck Sew
- Quilting: various


Last week during my trip back home to Manitoba, I attended a good friend's wedding. As part of their wedding gift, I gave the couple this quilt and marked it with a custom label. I couldn't imagine this quilt going to a better home, and I hope they get years of enjoyment from it. 



9 comments:

  1. Beautiful quilt! I love the colors. Excellent work.

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  2. Love this quilt--unique and stunning!

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  3. Awesome wedding present! It looks great!

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  4. Your quilt turned out beautifully! I love how you grouped the prints by color to create such a harmonious feeling. Definitely putting this pattern on my "someday" list! Enjoy your couch time. xo

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  5. do you know if she still sells this pattern?

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    1. The pattern is Smitten by Rachel Griffith and can be purchased online at fatquartershop.com It's a fabulous pattern and Rachel writes great instructions. Definitely give it a shot!

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  6. I love my quilt, Kelsey!! You are amazingly talented and giving - love the blog too!!

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