Every year it seems I am liking up my latest do. Good Stitches quilt for the show, but they really are usually my favorites and the ones I am most proud of. This year is no exception. I designed this block based on the Fibonacci Sequence and the final quilt is called "Distortions" after the illusion of curves it creates. You can read my tutorial for the block with explanations of the sequence and its significance here.
I asked my group members for blocks made in solid, boy-friendly colors and they delivered handily. I didn't want to detract from the illusion is a lot of quilting so instead I used an invisible thread to try to amplify the curves.
For the backing I used the thematically-appropriate IKEA Numbers fabrics and a couple of stray blocks.
The quilt has since been sent to "My Very Own Blanket" a charity that provides quilts for children in foster care. Thanks, as ever, to my wonderful do. Good Stitches Circle!
I am linking up this quilt in the "Modern" category. You can see my other entry in the "Large Quilt Category" here.
Stats:
Block designed by me, tutorial here
Pieced by the members of the NURTURE circle of do. Good Stitches
Quilted by me on my home machine
Dimensions 50"x60"
Oh wow!! I love blocks that create the effect of curves without actually stitching curves!!
ReplyDeleteI will definitely use it in one of my future quilts!! Thanks for the tutorial!!
Very intersting that you have the illusion of curves! Only upon closer look do you realize there aren't any! Lol. Love it :)
ReplyDeleteWINNER!! :) You know I just love this quilt!! I have the fabric, it is just staring at me and taunting me. . . need to get a couple finished before I can start cutting this one. . . it is killing me though :)
ReplyDeleteI am sure there is a child somewhere loving that quilt to pieces :D
Looks great :)
ReplyDeleteIt's a fantastic design and I hope it is being well loved as it deserves.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Love this quilt!
ReplyDeleteOOoh! I love this quilt. It's beautiful. ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the sciencey-arty quilts I am seeing entered into the festival.
ReplyDeleteCool! Thanks for sharing the tut as well.
ReplyDeleteThis is just too cool. I simply love everything about this quilt.
ReplyDeleteLove the visual effects this block creates. Such a fun design for a child.
ReplyDeleteI loved this block and marked it asa possibility for A do. good stitches quilt of our own. It's so effective. Well done.
ReplyDeleteI really like this quilt...great design and striking pattern!
ReplyDeleteHey wow cool - this reminds me, for some reason, of a racetrack - would be so great for a boy's bed! Love it!
ReplyDeleteA strong quilt. Visually very striking
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