We've had an unusual amount of snow in NJ over the past two weeks, keeping me indoors and working on this snowflake quilt.
For the background, I used various blue fabrics leftover from the quilts I made in blue and gold when my daughter was in high school. I wanted a wall hanging that would fit in my kitchen so I reduced the size of the quilt from 60" by 72" to 40" by 48" by reducing the size of squares of fabric that make up each block.
Funny story: I asked Mr. Main Street to help me by holding the quilt while I took photos. After we were done, he asked me, "What is this design supposed to be? A Viking rune?" In his defense, he likes designs that are centered and have symmetry but it is a good thing I have you blog readers for positive feedback!
The first step is to cut out the fabric then make the HST's that give the snowflake image it's shape.
Instead of using solid white fabric for the snowflake, I used Michael Miller Fairy Frost in the snow white color. It is hard to see but it is printed with a little bit of gold that gives the fabric a pearly shine.
The top went together fast and I'm happy with the way it came out. I think it will look even better after it is quilted.
This is a great pattern and your version of it is lovely. Reminds me of a snowy night.
ReplyDeleteI made my snowflake quilt smaller to fit my kitchen space! I love my red one but also bought some V&Co ombre blue fabric to make another one, maybe seeing your blue finish will get me going. Wonderful finish, and yes, there's no doubt that it's a snowflake, lol.
ReplyDeleteThis a beautiful winter snowflake. The fairy frost fabric must add a little sparkle.
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