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Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Modern Sampler :: Borders and Applique

Whoa. Borders have not even been a consideration for the majority of my work the last few years, but Yoshiko Jinzenji's Modern Sampler Quilt calls for them. Since I really wanted my quilt bigger than the 12 blocks would give (36" x 48"), there really was no question this time.


What fabric was in question though, and I hadn't really given it much thought yet when I happened upon a favorite Zen Chic print from Modern Background - Paper, and the decision was made.


So the borders are on, bringing the quilt to 51" x 65", and now I'm working on the applique. There are a dozen pieces to be added - ranging from 1/2" x 1 1/2" to 2" x 20", including one very oddly-shaped, which I've already successfully sewn on. yay. 


So as I stitch on the remaining bits, I'm mulling over what kind of quilting I might want to do. Suggestions welcome!
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11 comments:

  1. Linda August 17, 2016 at 5:21 AM

    Your quilt top is awesome! I love your choice of the Zen Chic for the borders, its perfect! I just bought the pattern and I am anxious to get going on it.

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  2. EllynAugust 17, 2016 at 5:27 AM

    very cool! I like your border choice very much. I'm sure whatever quilting you do will be great.

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  3. LeanneAugust 17, 2016 at 6:18 AM

    This is such a beautiful and calm piece, borders are totally at home.

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  4. Yvonne from Quilting JetgirlAugust 17, 2016 at 6:39 AM

    So how big did the border bring the quilt top up to? I think the borders help define the intricacy of the piecing. I definitely look forward to seeing more as you finish this project. :)

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  5. Ada Plouvier-KopitopoulouAugust 17, 2016 at 6:46 AM

    Beautiful pattern and I love the soft colours. The quilt will become stunning!

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  6. KrisAugust 17, 2016 at 7:51 AM

    Bravo for sticking to this and creating a very beautiful quilt. I admit I have the pattern and was planning to do the quilt along but stopped short after taking out the pattern and drawing out my first template freezer paper paper where the lines were not straight on the pattern. I was going to improv but sort of packed all back together and set it aside for another time. Yours is so lovely it almost makes me want to give it a go now...almost. :)

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  7. SharonAugust 18, 2016 at 5:46 AM

    It's coming along nicely...I agree it will be stunning when completed! Great job!

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  8. JayneAugust 18, 2016 at 6:26 AM

    This turned out gorgeous! The borders work great for the center. And I especially love the way its off-set. Quilting...I am no help in that department! Sorry!

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  9. I'm Feelin' CraftyAugust 19, 2016 at 11:19 PM

    Looks great! I was debating cutting into my blocks and sewing in the applique. For some of the bigger strips... Not sure yet.

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  10. IzzyAugust 21, 2016 at 5:17 AM

    I just love how this looks with the new borders - and your fabric choice is just perfect. I can't wait to see how you decide to quilt it.

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  11. Kathy@KayakQuiltingAugust 23, 2016 at 7:20 PM

    This is looking amazing! I completely agree with you on borders. Sometimes I try asymmetrical borders to expand a quilt. And applique also! Wow!

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