Just about ready to leave the office yesterday, I texted hubby, "You up for meeting me at the U-Haul?" Yes he was, and no, we're not moving. But I had noticed their diamond-clad wall a couple of weeks ago, and I had my heart set on taking a photo of
my latest FAITH Circle finish with that wall as a background. Don't worry. I asked permission, and before long I had what I was after.
The blocks are 11 1/2" (unfinished)
intersection blocks, tutorial by
Film in the Fridge, and I admired them from the second I saw Ashley post them. Frankly, I think they are perfect for a group bee such as this, and my FAITH Circle girls hit my chosen palette perfectly.
For backing, I went stash-diving and came up with 2 pieces of
Simply Color by Vanessa Christenson of V and Co., and lo and behold, did they not look terrific pieced together.
Quilting was done with
Aurifil 50wt #2021 (Natural White) in a grid, double stitching in some areas, single in others, and honestly, it was a pleasure to do.
The quilt finished at 55"x55", and once I get a
do.Good Stitches label on, it'll be off to
Restore Innocence, our bee's chosen charity. There, it will hopefully bring a smile to a young girl's face, just like it has to mine.
This project is on my 2015 Q1 Finish-A-Long list.
Linking up with Fabric Tuesday.
Wonderful color and an amazing quilt. I must try this block. Thank you for sharing
ReplyDeleteI love this. I saw this block also and was attracted to it. Your friends did an amazing job and you arranged them perfectly. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt, Debbie! You are too funny with photo shoots. How do you explain to U-Haul that you want to tape a quilt to the side of their building?
ReplyDeleteGreat looking quilt. The backing is perfect, love the picture on the wall. it is a perfect backdrop.
ReplyDeleteperfect backdrop for a beautiful quilt!
ReplyDeleteYummy blues and greens! LUV. Do you know the CAPTCHA is turned on?
ReplyDeleteDebbie, this is so lovely! A pefect photo spot, too!
ReplyDeleteCan't tell you how fabulous this is! But you already know that ; )
ReplyDeleteGreat job everyone!
That is gorgeous and the wall is perfect for a photo of it.
ReplyDeleteI love it! What a sweet quilt. And the fabrics are fantastic.
ReplyDeleteLove the blocks, and the colors, and the wall! :) Great job on putting it all together - you certainly have a knack for picking the right combos.
ReplyDeleteTerrific finish. It will certainly bring a smile to someone's face.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great, Debbie. It's so well balanced, and I love that you chose the light colored intersection for the center block.
ReplyDeleteA UHaul wall - good idea! Great do.Good finish!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done Deb! I love reading how you weave the quilt story together :o) My favorite picture is the one with the razer wire...wow!! What a great shot!
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt and the photo shoot wall! I also get a kick out of finding fun places to photograph quilts.I bet the people at U-Haul hadn't been asked if they "rented" out their warehouse wall before! They are still probably talking about it in the break room!!
ReplyDeleteGreat!
ReplyDeleteLiebe Grüße,
Kathrin
What a beautiful quilt Debbie and a perfect place to hang it! What kind of tape did you use? I recently "borrowed" my neighbors metal building to do the same thing.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out so good! Well done Faith Circle ladies!
ReplyDeleteThis quilt is so striking, I really love this block and the colour scheme.
ReplyDeleteOh very nice and I'm sure it will be well loved.
ReplyDeleteSo nice Debbie. Really like the colors. But in addition to the U-Haul did you also hang out at the local prison? I see barbed wire.
ReplyDeleteIt's a lovely quilt which will make someone very happy and your photos are great. I do love the thought of quilters all over the world unembarrassedly taking pictures of their creations in the most unlikely places.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt and great background for the photos!! Really makes the quilt sparkle!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Your color placement is just perfect. Thanks for referencing the FITF tutorial!
ReplyDeletelove this one! the back is great!
ReplyDeleteI've admired Ashley's quilt too! A get idea for a bee quilt and the colours came together so beautifully! A stunning finish!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! The colors and pattern are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous wall for taking photos and your quilt is just perfect!
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