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    Happier Brickyard Quilt

    Published: May 6, 2011 by Amy Smart · This post may contain affiliate links · 39 Comments

     This is quilt #2 made from Deena Rutter's Happier fabrics.
    I really love the way that this one shows off the cute prints.
    I'm excited because this one will also be displayed in the Riley Blake booth at Market next week. I know there will be tons of other quilts and displays - mine may end up in a tucked-away corner - but I'll know it's there and that makes me happy. 🙂

    I pieced the back with some of the trees and the more of the stripe and used the green with blue dots for binding. This fabric lives up to it's name - it IS very happy.

    I am writing a pattern for this one. When all the craziness around here dies down a little. Because, let's face it, the craziness never completely goes away.

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    1. What She Quilted says

      May 06, 2011 at 3:52 pm

      I love the brick quilts, and love yours as well! fantastic! How exciting that it will be at market!

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    2. Ellen says

      May 06, 2011 at 3:53 pm

      It IS very happy. And how marvelous to know that so many ladies (and a few fellas) will be oohing and aahing over it in the Riley Blake booth. I love the orange pops of color - I would never consider myself an orange person, but I just love orange on quilts! I need to add orange to my stash. Congrats on another gorgeous finish!

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    3. Carol says

      May 06, 2011 at 4:02 pm

      What a fun quilt!

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    4. Barbara says

      May 06, 2011 at 4:18 pm

      That's gorgeous!

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    5. Evelene S says

      May 06, 2011 at 4:33 pm

      It came out so cute!

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    6. Kate says

      May 06, 2011 at 5:46 pm

      Amazing! I am going to be free motion quilting for the first time (other than practice) this weekend. Any tips, tricks, or special techniques???<br /><br />Kate

      Reply
    7. ~The Bargain Babe says

      May 06, 2011 at 6:17 pm

      I love that fabric line! I&#39;m hoping to get my hands on some of it soon. 🙂

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    8. Katie B. says

      May 06, 2011 at 8:04 pm

      I&#39;m in love with this quilt! So happy and fun. Congrats on having it on display at market. <br /><br />And pattern? Yes please!

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    9. LynCC says

      May 06, 2011 at 8:06 pm

      Ahhh 🙂 I *really* like this one. Very nice. Love the colors. And yes - the prints show up so nicely in the pattern.

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    10. Leanne says

      May 06, 2011 at 8:17 pm

      thats a beautiful quilt, well done

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    11. Kristie says

      May 06, 2011 at 9:19 pm

      Ditto on the crazies- they live here, too ;)<br /><br />The quilt looks great and, well, happy!

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    12. Kristen says

      May 06, 2011 at 9:36 pm

      I love the energy the orange gives it- just right!

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    13. Lara says

      May 06, 2011 at 9:39 pm

      Love this quilt. Very keen on a pattern 🙂

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    14. I am Just One Mom says

      May 06, 2011 at 9:42 pm

      I am Happier just looking at this darling quilt. Hooray for it going to Market.<br />Love the clarity the bit of white adds to the fab fabrics.

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    15. Mary on Lake Pulaski says

      May 06, 2011 at 10:06 pm

      Oh Amy - this quilt is just wonderful! You did great displaying the fabric with a classy twist! And be sure to take a photo of it in SLC because I&#39;m sure it will be prominently displayed!

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    16. **nicke... says

      May 06, 2011 at 10:21 pm

      i love it!

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    17. isa debat says

      May 06, 2011 at 11:56 pm

      c&#39;est superbe , j&#39;aime beaucoup ces couleurs fraiches !

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    18. Trudi says

      May 07, 2011 at 5:13 am

      beautiful!

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    19. Jen says

      May 07, 2011 at 6:46 am

      What a beautiful quilt!! I&#39;ve been looking and looking at tons of quilts this week. I want to make my daughter a full sized quilt with bigger squares like yours. If you write up a pattern that one may be the one I use! I haven&#39;t seen any others come close to the idea in my head! 🙂

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    20. Tara K. says

      May 07, 2011 at 10:19 am

      That is sooo pretty!

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    21. Pam says

      May 07, 2011 at 11:06 am

      love the colors

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    22. Judy says

      May 07, 2011 at 11:36 am

      This is a wonderful quilt and will have many quilters wanting to make it. I have never made a brick quilt but want to do so since seeing your happy quilt. I love it. I think I have a pattern. Now what to use. Thank you, Thank you.

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    23. Catskill Quilter says

      May 07, 2011 at 12:13 pm

      What a gorgeous quilt! It practically floats, it looks so light and delicate!

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    24. Judy says

      May 07, 2011 at 12:14 pm

      I will take a pattern, please.

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    25. Di~ says

      May 08, 2011 at 12:14 am

      Hi Amy:<br />Hey, will you tell me, when is the garden quilt show that Amy sponsors? I have occasion to be in Utah two times this summer, just wanting to make some quilty plans. Thanks!

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    26. DeAnna says

      May 08, 2011 at 10:27 am

      Oh my goodness! I love this quilt! I can&#39;t wait for the pattern, I am going to make this!

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    27. Crystal Hendrix says

      May 08, 2011 at 4:37 pm

      Very pretty!!

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    28. Bonnie says

      May 08, 2011 at 5:48 pm

      I would be excited too - and I&#39;m very excited for this pattern!

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    29. lifeinredshoes says

      May 08, 2011 at 11:18 pm

      DING DING DING...another winner!

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    30. Anonymous says

      May 09, 2011 at 8:42 am

      I am in love with this quilt! One day when my skills improve, I will definitely attempt it.<br />I think my favorite part is the way the stripes go in different directions. Beautiful.

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    31. Miss Nancy says

      May 09, 2011 at 9:32 am

      Love this quilt and its colors. Perfect for this time of year. Thank you for sharing.<br /><br />Have a super great sewing and stitching day.

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    32. a little bit biased says

      May 09, 2011 at 9:37 am

      It&#39;s great Amy. The fabrics are so fun and I love how it&#39;s sashed in the cream. Good job and see you soon!<br /><br />Amber

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    33. Alissa says

      May 09, 2011 at 12:08 pm

      Great quilt<br />Can&#39;t wait for the pattern!

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    34. Karen P. says

      May 09, 2011 at 7:14 pm

      I love it! The color&#39;s and design are fantastic!

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    35. Nanette Merrill and daughters says

      May 10, 2011 at 8:25 am

      It is darling. I&#39;ve been wanting to make a modern quilt this year. This one is so pretty. I&#39;ll look for it!

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    36. nikki says

      May 11, 2011 at 4:39 am

      congratulations! wish i could be there to see it. it&#39;s so beautiful. great work.

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    37. Ursula says

      May 14, 2011 at 8:03 am

      I love this quilt! It is very HAPPY. Just makes me smile. I think I might have to make this one for me.

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    38. Slowpoke says

      May 15, 2011 at 6:46 am

      I love this quilt and it is &quot;Happy&quot;<br />Congratulations on having it on display at Quilt Market! Yes please, may I reserve a pattern<br />when it&#39;s available? I shall keep looking. Always gratefully, Luba

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    39. Sachiko says

      May 15, 2011 at 9:37 pm

      This is such a pretty quilt! I love the cheerful colors!

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