Hello Everyone,
Well I did it! Red Sky is together and waiting for borders.
This quilt looks much more complex than it actually is. There are only two different blocks in the quilt, 18 star blocks, and 17 chain blocks. The fabrics were designed by Betsy Chutchian for Moda, and are called Nancy's Needle.
Each star block has a different paisley in the center.
There are only two seams per side that had to be matched when joining the blocks together. That makes life easy.
This week I want to get the borders on her, make the backing, and get her on the long arm. The weather is halfway decent, so I won't have to wear my long johns, leg warmers, and gloves while I'm quilting her in the detached, unheated, garage.
Since the name for this quilt is Red Sky At Night, I think I'll name the next one Sailors' Delight.
Soon,
Lynn
no space heaters :) I think if I was quilting in a garage I would sure need a couple - the quilt is lovely!
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DeleteI have a space heater.....but it's like heating a barn, and I'm always on the move. As long as it doesn't drop into the 40's, I'll be okay....I think. --Lynn
It's looking so beautiful! Yay for quilting weather!
ReplyDeleteYay for not freezing to death while quilting! Do you know how unusual this is for February in the mountains? --Lynn
DeleteThis might be my new favorite :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Loris! It's my new favorite. --Lynn
DeleteIt is gorgeous! I love the name too! Can't wait to get Betsy's new line. I just love all her fabrics.
ReplyDeleteWell, I guess I have to change the name. Someone, who I know, told me they have a older pattern called Red Skys at Night. So I'm going to change mine. Come to find out, there are quite a few quilts patterns with that name. I think I'll have a naming contest on my blog. --Lynn
DeleteOh how frustrating. I'm sure you'll come up with something equally delightful, but still... the duo will be watching.
DeleteMake that a trio Sharon. Tell Sarah to pack her bags for the October Retreat! And yes, it is frustrating.
DeleteI see lots of quilt patterns with the same name, especially when I'm googling for a certain pattern. Lovely, lovely quilt!
ReplyDeleteI think I'll have a quilt naming contest Gretchen. Maybe then someone will come up with a very unique name for the quilt. --Lynn
DeleteBeautiful quilt, Lynn! Wanted to also let you know that I made your Coffee Orange Fudge Cake for last weekend's retreat. Huge hit! Many copies passed around. Thank you for making me look good!!! ;)
ReplyDeleteIsn't that cake sinfully good! I'm so glad you made it Susie, and that it was a hit. --Lynn
DeleteI want to say how much I like the star block centers, colors, and especially the backing fabric being the same on each one. Red Sky will be a challenge, but so interesting to make!
ReplyDeleteAlways so good to hear from you Fran. Both of the blocks are fun and fairly easy to make. They aren't as challenging as you think they might be. Take care, Lynn
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