Above is a large portion of the quilt, and below are two of the individual blocks. Linda used the same design in all the blocks, a design that nicely emphasizes the stars.
Linda recommended quilting this quilt with two layers of batting to make the quilting stand out more. As a result, it almost looks like trapunto. You can see the effect best on the borders, where Linda quilted gorgeous feathers.
And how about the poinsetta in each corner!
Here's another view. I plan to bind the quilt with the same red tone-on-tone I used for the sashing.
I think this is my new most favorite quilt! Linda might have more pictures on her blog or Pinterest site. And if you like the block, I posted a tutorial for it last summer; you can find it here.
What a gorgeous quilt! I followed Linda's link over here, and now have your blog bookmarked so I can check it often. I already clicked on your tutorial, and saved it to my "quilts to make" folder of favorites. Thanks for sharing your lovely work.
ReplyDeleteStunning - simply stunning!
ReplyDeleteThank you again, Cathy!!! Christmas Starslooks beautiful in your photos! Its such a beautiful design! Enjoy!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, that quilt is breathtaking! I liked the pattern and your fabric choices, but Linda's quilting takes it to a whole different level. What a treasure. Do you think you'll only be able to use it at Christmas, I'm not sure I could put that quilt away for the rest of the year.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely GORGEOUS!!!! The quilting is AMAZING ! I agree with Thelma , I don't think I would put this one away after Christmas .
ReplyDeleteThat quilt is absolutely gorgeous. Stunning! Congrats to you and Linda for creating a gem. I know you'll enjoy it for years to come.
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