. . . so much so, that I was compelled to make a mini x-quilt for myself. Not finding a pattern or tutorial, I had to figure it out. So I grabbed a charm pack, did the math, then went to work cutting and piecing.
For her mini quilt challenge, amylouwho had encouraged us to "try something new and break out of our comfort zones". I had already done that by working without a pattern, and decided to really go for it, and try a new free-motion quilting pattern. {Considering I had only ever done free motion here and here, this was a pretty big deal.} But I decided to go for it and did a swirly-ish meander. Perfect? No way. Did my friend the seam ripper help me out occasionally? Yup. But I kept repeating to myself, "I'm supposed to try something new! I can do this!"
And so, here is "Ruby X", 16 X 20" of darling, quilted up with determination rather than mastery. And I'm smitten again.
block fabric-Ruby by thimble blossoms; background-by basicgray;
sashing-KONA coal; binding-stash dots; blocks are 4"
OH those little crosses are just delightful. No wonder you couldn't resist
ReplyDeleteQuite, quite gorgeous. I'm working on a Ruby X quilt too (but bigger x 4.5" squares and only 25% through the cutting!). I love how the white in your mini lifts the fabric. I'm not using white...but maybe should reconsider? My daughter is a Ruby so this fabric has been on the wish list for quite some time....lucky it's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteExcellent, Debbie! Look at you and your FMQ! It looks fabulous! Good for you for trying new, slightly uncomfortable things. Your mini is a beauty and I love the coal border, it looks great with those fabrics.
ReplyDeleteOh gosh that is absolutely gorgeous. Well done for going out of your comfort zone. I love the border and the binding too, perfect!
ReplyDeleteYou have inspired me to try that too, not quite sure exactly when I will start it though!!!
Debbie, that looks so wonderful. You did such a great job, Love your fabric choices, too.
ReplyDeleteWhy it's lovely. I think I need to try the X pattern -- I'm feeling brave. You must feel satisfied that you worked it all out on your own.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Love the FMQ! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteaww, I love the little x's!!
ReplyDeleteWithout a doubt your choice of border and binding frame the X's perfectly. So cute!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!
ReplyDeleteLove your minis!
Very pretty! I'm totally inspired to make a Christmas one now for a gift. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLove it! I, too, have felt super inspired by all the X's making the rounds in blogland!
ReplyDeleteI love it! I can't wait to see the tutorial because I have a feeling I will be adding a X quilt to my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteHi! That's really beautiful! I love those x and + also, but haven't tried yet.
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog!
x Teje
Love it! :-)
ReplyDeleteVery cute Debbie!! Love the design, AND the fabric!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, thanks for linking me up! I was able to check here and saw my little house right aways. Glad I didn't have to do it from here because this connection is sooooo slow!
Have a wonderful day.
I am the lucky owner of that pillow you pictured above by Kristy and your mini is just adorable. So happy to see you are doing a tutorial!!
ReplyDeleteI love it! Am really looking forward to the tutorial! :) I really want some Ruby now!
ReplyDeleteOkay, this I LOVE! The border and binding are awesome. Tutorial? Yes, please!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! I can see why you're in love. :o)
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful, and determination leads certainly to mastery.
ReplyDeleteI love the x's. They look great!
ReplyDeleteWow! I love the x's. You did a wonderful job.
ReplyDeleteHugs
donna
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!!! :) It's so cute. The dark sashing works great and highlights your fabulous(!) quilting job. Very impressed, and the colors are wonderful together! <3
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Debbie!! Great design and such pretty fabric!
ReplyDeleteI love the design of the little x's. The Hope Valley pillow is absolutely gorgeous!
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ReplyDeleteSo proud. I've said it before and I'll say it again. So proud.
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gorgeous! I love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous fabric and perfectly sweet pattern! Love it!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! I love that border--it just makes the whole thing pop! :) Thanks for linking up to {Sew} Modern Monday and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous mini! I am loving the Ruby as well!
ReplyDeleteWonderful mini quilt! Thanks for linking!
ReplyDeleteYour mini quilt is lovely. I think the ruby and other fabrics go perfectly with your X pattern :)
ReplyDeleteOH so cute, and the tutorial is wonderful! This is on my to-do list of mini projects now : )
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