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    Finished Scrappy Rainbow Quilt

    Modified: Oct 16, 2020 · Published: Apr 6, 2012 by Amy Smart · This post may contain affiliate links · 69 Comments

    This scrap quilt idea is one of my favorites for using up leftover scraps of fabric. A lot of the scraps are leftovers from cutting the kits for the Soul Blossom quilt last spring. 

    Ta-dah! Finally pictures of the scrappy, rainbow quilt that has been in the works since Christmas.  

    A full-body shot. I am SO happy with how this quilt turned out.  It's kind of a step away from my usual primary color palette. You can see the original progress on this quilt here and here.  All the pieced portion of the quilt was made entirely from scraps. So that makes it a mostly free quilt, right??  

    Here is a close-up of some of the fabrics. Most of them are so wild.  There are fabrics from Amy Butler's Soul Blossoms, Amanda Murphy's Veranda, a little Lizzy House Pearl Bracelet, Deena Rutter, Sugar Pop - just a really eclectic mix. The colors are so much brighter than the rest of my house - most of my house is much more muted coloring. But I love how bright and cheerful it is. I may keep it on my bed in the winter just to cheer things up. The quilting was done by the talented Becky Heslop. (Hi Becky!)

    With such a loud front, I wanted to choose a print for the back that would be equally loud and cheerful.  This fabric is from Dena Design's Taza collection for Free Spirit.  

    I choose a tangerine-y binding because I've been digging orange for a while now. I used Jenean Morrison's Silent Cinema - also for Free Spirit. I ran out with only a small chunk left, so I used some leftover Deena Rutter Happier Strip to finish. I like it. 

    And since I'm sharing the quilt, it must mean that the pattern is finally finished! I am not too inspired at naming quilts, but since we're on a Muppets kick around her, thanks to the latest movie, I couldn't resist Rainbow Connection. I still remember loving singing my little heart out to that song in the 1st grade. 🙂

    Amy Smart Scrap Happy Rainbow Connection quilt pattern

    A new and updated version of this quilt is now available in PDF and Hard Copy formats in my Pattern Shop. You can also see the updated quilt version here.

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    1. Debby

      April 06, 2012 at 5:12 am

      What a happy quilt!! Need to add this pattern to my wish list. Lovely work.

      Reply
    2. Michelle

      April 06, 2012 at 5:16 am

      it turned out absolutely beautiful and cheerful...the orange is fantastic 🙂

      Reply
    3. Elizabeth Dackson

      April 06, 2012 at 5:27 am

      Awesome job, Amy, it looks great!

      Reply
    4. Michele

      April 06, 2012 at 5:28 am

      Such a happy quilt.

      Reply
    5. Ann Marie @ 16 Muddy Feet

      April 06, 2012 at 5:32 am

      That is like the block I am making my scraps into to. It is a great scrappy pattern.

      Reply
    6. Katy Cameron

      April 06, 2012 at 5:36 am

      Oooh, so pretty! Love all the bright colours on it, it'll really brighten up a winter day :o)

      Reply
    7. notes of sincerity

      April 06, 2012 at 5:46 am

      Oh Amy! What a &quot;happy&quot; and pretty quilt! :o)<br />You did such a beautiful job!!

      Reply
    8. kitty crafter

      April 06, 2012 at 6:49 am

      what a fantastic pattern! Who wouldn&#39;t want to wake up to those bright colors every day? I love it.

      Reply
    9. Margaret

      April 06, 2012 at 6:50 am

      Lovely quilt! I love the way that the colours blend into each other.

      Reply
    10. Shelley

      April 06, 2012 at 6:53 am

      I really like it Amy! It&#39;s out of my usual color zone too but it just screams summer fun!

      Reply
    11. trace

      April 06, 2012 at 6:58 am

      Wow, that is one pretty quilt! It is definitely on my &#39;to do&#39; list.

      Reply
    12. randi--i have to say

      April 06, 2012 at 7:04 am

      Very nice quilt, Amy! I do love the backing you chose!<br /><br />Congrats on the pattern too!

      Reply
    13. QuiltyGirl

      April 06, 2012 at 7:33 am

      Oh, it&#39;s so lovely! What a great use of scraps!

      Reply
    14. ktquilts

      April 06, 2012 at 8:50 am

      Wonderful quilt. Truly drool-worthy! Do you mind if I pin it on Pinterest for future reference?

      Reply
    15. Jeanne W.

      April 06, 2012 at 8:50 am

      This is just absolutely delightfully beautiful! This is a quilt that will always make you smile! =) LOVE it!

      Reply
    16. Rosa

      April 06, 2012 at 8:59 am

      This is absolutely beautiful.Great job!

      Reply
    17. Diann

      April 06, 2012 at 9:06 am

      I love it! Especially the orange in the back and binding.

      Reply
    18. Heidi Staples

      April 06, 2012 at 9:29 am

      Gorgeous! Absolutely gorgeous!!

      Reply
    19. toots2u

      April 06, 2012 at 9:36 am

      Beautiful!!

      Reply
    20. April

      April 06, 2012 at 9:53 am

      Oh Amy. It is gorgeous. I am totally in love with it. You did a beautiful job.

      Reply
    21. Cherry Street Quilts

      April 06, 2012 at 9:53 am

      Gorgeous! and I love the name, and the backing, and the binding.

      Reply
    22. Melissa, SoChick!

      April 06, 2012 at 10:23 am

      I agree, such a happy beautiful quilt! I love the rainbow of colors without it looking like a rainbow... If that makes any sense. ;-). You do beautiful work!

      Reply
    23. RaeLyn

      April 06, 2012 at 10:28 am

      It looks absolutely fabulous! I love the scrappy-brightness of it! Hooray!

      Reply
    24. CitricSugar

      April 06, 2012 at 10:43 am

      It&#39;s gorgeous! I also love that the rainbow is broken up and quite subtle. It&#39;s not your typical pot-of-gold rainbow. It&#39;s quite grown up, and still a little whimsical. Beautiful job.

      Reply
    25. Little Bluebell (Adrianne)

      April 06, 2012 at 11:01 am

      Beautiful scrappy with a purpose quilt! : )

      Reply
    26. girlsmama

      April 06, 2012 at 11:46 am

      It&#39;s gorgeous! I will have to get the pattern! The crazy wild prints are perfect.

      Reply
    27. Mev

      April 06, 2012 at 12:02 pm

      It&#39;s beautiful! I love all the crazy patterns together!

      Reply
    28. A.J. Dub.

      April 06, 2012 at 12:07 pm

      What a fabulous scrap quilt! Love your binding and backing too!

      Reply
    29. Jenny

      April 06, 2012 at 12:32 pm

      I love love love it.

      Reply
    30. Lynne (Lily's Quilts)

      April 06, 2012 at 12:46 pm

      Gasp Amy I just love this quilt and I LOVE the name too - I&#39;m sitting here singing along just like Kermit and Piggy...

      Reply
    31. Longvacation

      April 06, 2012 at 12:57 pm

      What a beauty!

      Reply
    32. Becky

      April 06, 2012 at 1:32 pm

      Your Rainbow Quilt turned out perfect! Just crazy about the bright splash of color on that back!

      Reply
    33. Teresa F.

      April 06, 2012 at 2:11 pm

      Wonderful! I love your rainbow quilt. Well done.

      Reply
    34. Crafts4others

      April 06, 2012 at 2:38 pm

      love the quilt.

      Reply
    35. Sewing In CT

      April 06, 2012 at 2:43 pm

      It&#39;s a gorgeous quilt because it is like a classic old family heirloom and yet it is contemporary and bright. Well done!

      Reply
    36. annemarie

      April 06, 2012 at 4:25 pm

      Absolutely beautiful. Would this pattern be appropriate for a novice quilter or is it more advanced??

      Reply
    37. Livia

      April 06, 2012 at 4:33 pm

      That is a beautiful quilt! And quite fittingly colorful in time for Easter weekend.

      Reply
    38. MomBrose

      April 06, 2012 at 4:46 pm

      Gorgeous!!

      Reply
    39. Lucy @ Charm About You

      April 06, 2012 at 5:05 pm

      Beautiful! I love the pretty colours and the backing has a gorgeous 70s vibe! Silent Cinema is gorgeous and the binding is lovely 🙂 mmmm tangerineness! Happy Easter Amy!

      Reply
    40. Jo

      April 06, 2012 at 6:28 pm

      What a beautiful quilt!

      Reply
    41. Sallie

      April 06, 2012 at 7:10 pm

      So pretty and happy! Love it!

      Reply
    42. Jennifer Salter

      April 06, 2012 at 7:51 pm

      GORGEOUS! Definitely pinning this for future inspiration!

      Reply
    43. Nicole

      April 06, 2012 at 8:28 pm

      Absolutely beautiful! Love the colors you chose. What a great way to use up scraps! And the backing is perfect!

      Reply
    44. Jennifer

      April 06, 2012 at 9:54 pm

      This is the next on my list and it is because of the name. Rainbow connection is my favorite muppet song!!! My husband looked at your quilt and said this is a must have and when I saw the name, that was instant permission to buy more fabric 🙂 thanks for the motivation!

      Reply
    45. Jennifer

      April 06, 2012 at 9:55 pm

      This is the next on my list and it is because of the name. Rainbow connection is my favorite muppet song!!! My husband looked at your quilt and said this is a must have and when I saw the name, that was instant permission to buy more fabric 🙂 thanks for the motivation!

      Reply
    46. patchworkdelights

      April 07, 2012 at 2:49 am

      This looks great! So light and summery!

      Reply
    47. Michele

      April 07, 2012 at 5:11 am

      That is a really wonderful quilt. I love it, not only because it is gorgeous but it is my favorite color scheme.

      Reply
    48. chiagu

      April 07, 2012 at 8:43 am

      I love the way this came out and it&#39;s going on my to-quilt list for sure! Great job!

      Reply
    49. Dayna at Precut Paradise

      April 07, 2012 at 9:25 am

      I love the colors..Very pretty quilt!

      Reply
    50. Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts

      April 07, 2012 at 1:29 pm

      Very sweet! It just sings &#39;spring&#39;!!

      Reply
    51. szyju szyju...

      April 07, 2012 at 2:25 pm

      wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

      Reply
    52. Mary on Lake Pulaski

      April 07, 2012 at 4:00 pm

      It&#39;s just beautiful Amy!

      Reply
    53. felicity

      April 07, 2012 at 4:08 pm

      Amy, this is indeed a Brilliant pattern. I love the quilt, and I think the name Rainbow Connection is perfect.

      Reply
    54. missavene

      April 07, 2012 at 7:32 pm

      It&#39;s wonderful!!! Love the quilt, and love the name &lt;3

      Reply
    55. Kim Walus

      April 07, 2012 at 8:39 pm

      Love. Love. Love it! Congrats on a finished quilt and pattern!

      Reply
    56. wtpooh11

      April 07, 2012 at 9:52 pm

      It is beautiful. I only hope I can make a quilt as good as this.

      Reply
    57. Samantha Jayne

      April 08, 2012 at 2:34 am

      This is such a lovely quilt!

      Reply
    58. helen

      April 08, 2012 at 5:17 am

      beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! such a lovely way to incorporate the rainbow into a quilt.

      Reply
    59. handmadebyclairebear.com

      April 08, 2012 at 6:56 am

      I love this quilt!! It&#39;s fabulous, wonderful, wow (I&#39;ll shut up now) I love colourful fabrics and quilts and this certainly counts as one. I&#39;ll have to go and dig out my scraps now and see if I have enough to make one just like this for myself.<br />Claire Bear

      Reply
    60. Kristie

      April 08, 2012 at 7:34 am

      This is absolutely gorgeous, Amy! Wonderful job, a rainbow of smiles to look at every day :). Enjoy it!

      Reply
    61. Bumblebee

      April 08, 2012 at 2:35 pm

      Wow, this is gorgeous!! A fantastic cheerful quilt that will make any day brighter!!!X

      Reply
    62. Thimbleanna

      April 09, 2012 at 11:29 am

      It&#39;s Beautiful Amy -- Congratulations!!!

      Reply
    63. Barbara

      April 09, 2012 at 12:20 pm

      I love the colors...this is beautiful!

      Reply
    64. Shop Girl

      April 09, 2012 at 7:31 pm

      Fantastic Finish! I am always so inspired with your lovely creations.

      Reply
    65. Karen

      April 11, 2012 at 5:27 am

      Its a beauty Amy. Congratulations on your latest pattern release. I love your colour choices (front &amp; back).

      Reply
    66. sweet diesel designs

      April 13, 2012 at 6:08 am

      Absolutely love this!

      Reply
    67. Kati from Kati's Quilting

      April 14, 2012 at 5:24 pm

      Wow,it looks beautiful and I specially like the orange binding!

      Reply
    68. Terri Morse

      April 21, 2012 at 9:15 pm

      Amy, I&#39;ve been looking for the perfect quilt for my Soul Blossoms fat quarters and lots of other fabrics. This is it! I already purchased the pattern and I have 8 blocks completed. I LOVE the way they&#39;ve turned out. Thanks for such a great pattern.

      Reply
    69. Marie

      January 03, 2013 at 5:04 pm

      I&#39;m in love - love the stripieness (is that a word?), love the happiness, love it all.

      Reply

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