It took me a while before I finally decided what to do with the collection – I chose my Double Crossed pattern because I really liked how the green solid (I think it’s Kona Green Grass) contrasted with the busy floral patterns.
Lest anyone out there think that I am constantly cranking out a quilt – because I know it can tend to seem that way in blogland – let this quilt be a good example of the reality behind the scenes. Fabric purchased 3-4 years ago; finally started cutting into it 1.5 years ago; started piecing blocks last summer; finished piecing blocks at a retreat in February; finally sewed all the blocks together at the beginning of the summer, then it still took me 2 months to add the borders and choose a back; had someone else do the quilting last week. And voila. It is finally done.
The back for this one is a vintage sheet I found at a thrift store a few years ago. I knew I wanted a vintage sheet for the back and it took me a while to find just the right one. I’ve actually cut up most of the one’s I have. Fortunately I’d preserved this one because I liked it so much and it turned out to be a good match. Plus, it was just the right size! And it was so nice not to have to piece a back.
Paula @ Sewy Stuff
Love how the green frames the florals. It's almost like the flowers are climbing up a trellis. (Lovely quilting by Melissa too!)
Krista
Absolutely gorgeous!!
raggedy amy's
I ditto krista! Gorgeous!
Betty Lou
Love the color and style of this quilt——I think I had those sheets back in the early 70's. Now why didn't I keep them?
Erica
This might be my favorite of all the quilts you've shared. It is just perfect!
~Damita's Pretty Wrap~
So gorgeous!!! Love the colors!! Happy day! xo Holly
Bloggymom
It is a beautiful quilt. Very summery.
Melissa
WOW! That is beautiful!
Isisjem
Looks gorgeous! The backing is just perfect!
Thimbleanna
It's beautiful Amy — I love it!
Cille
So much fun and happiness in one quilt – it makes me feel eternal summer.
Ramona
I love this quilt. I have some vintage sheets I have been saving and I am going to use your pattern for them. Your quilt is just perfect.
Acorn to Oak
It's beautiful! The colors are so cheery and pretty! 🙂
Lauren Deel
This is gorgeous! Thanks for the timeline behind the quilt, too. You're right: blogland does make it seem like people are cranking out quilts left and right; but this provided good perspective!
Jeanna
Beautiful! I think I'm going to start my vintage sheet collection this week!!
sarahquilts.com
So lovely! And thanks for the honest breakdown of your timeline. 🙂 It's a good reminder that lingering projects can eventually get finished. 🙂
Heidi
Wrote! That is absolutely gorgeous!
Heidi
Wrote! That is absolutely gorgeous!
thriftstorecrafter.com
I love this fabric line and have used it for many projects. Love what you have done with it. Great quilt!
girlsmama
I love it! It is breathtaking. Good work friend!
Nanette Merrill
It is so darling. I really love it. It has such a good vibe. All your stuff is great but I really love this one.
Nann
Thanks for describing the "serial" nature of this quilt's process. The fabrics are so cheerful. The back is perfect. It's hard to find all-cotton sheets at the thrift shop, but I search diligently — which includes searching for the hang-tag to verify the fiber content. Oftentimes sheets have been washed so much that the tag is illegible.
Lynne Tilley
Love love love this quilt, it's so HAPPY!
ChristaQuilts
This is gorgeous! I love all the citrus colors!
Tara Mitchell
Absolutely gorgeous! Great job!
Karen
All of your design decisions are perfect! I especially love the green contrast. Thanks for sharing another great quilt.
Susan Owenby
It's amazing! Nice work. 🙂
meia ameruddin
It's lovely! I love the colours. 🙂
Tanya Quilts in CO
Thank you for sharing your timeline of getting this quilt done. Many of my own projects have followed similar timelines! You have helped to make me feel better. The quilt is lovely and was definitely worth the wait!
Tammy Vasser
I love it! I'm not a vintage sheet collector but your quilt makes me want to start! Thanks for sharing!
sewnhenge.com
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! that is all.
mjb
Very, very, pretty:):) I love this quilt- well all your quilts are amazing:):)!!!!!
Anita
Your quilt came out gorgeous! Thanks for keeping it real with the timeline 🙂
Sheila
Your quilt is Beautiful! I remember this wonderful collection of fabric. Thank you for sharing this quilt's timeline : )
Noga
The colors combination is great! Lovely for the garden! Just "Hello" from far Israel…. :)<br />Noga
margaret
a wonderful quilt, not only a lovely design but the fabrics are to die for, love everything about this one.
Michele
It is really wonderful and Yes so perfectly summery.
Kathy
That sheet was made for that quilt! What a perfect backing.
LandGirl1980
This. Is. STUNNING!
MaterialGirlQuilts
Beautiful finish!! Love it these fabrics with that green.<br />Amanda
Tammy
Gorgeous . Love the fabrics and the vintage sheet. & sheets looks
LittleLucyGoosey
What is it about vintage sheets that is so appealing? The color? The nostalgic feeling? No matter, I love it. This quilt is gorgeous, Amy! ~Karissa
Emily
I'm not normally a one-fabric-line-kinda-gal, but this is one that I LOVE (but sadly missed out on)! Love that it blends so well with "real" vintage as well. Thanks for keeping it real with your time line. 🙂
MellieWo
So pretty! I agree about the green solid! I like to do that in mine, too. Love how the different florals blend.
Nicole
What a lovely & happy quilt!
Katy Cameron
It looks great, and perfect choice for the backing :o)
Jennifer Bell
Pretty, pretty colors!
Cathie J
What a beautiful quilt. I love the citrus colors.
Tania
Hi Amy, what a lovely quilt, such gorgeous, fresh, summery colours – the sort of quilt that makes you feel happy just looking at it. Really pretty….
Megan
I love this! Such a great pattern, and fun fabrics!
Rosa
Just stunning quilt and colorful fabrics.Love it!
Artsy-Craftsy Ivy
Beautiful quilt! I LOVE the backing!
Serena Edwards
I really love this quilt Amy – it's amazing what different fabrics do to the look of the same pattern. Never fails to amaze me!
@pril
This is a great looking quilt.<br /><br />@pril<br /><a href="https://koolbeenz-blog.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">KoolBeenz Blog</a>
deanna
Thanks for 'keeping it real' with the timeline! Great pattern + great color choices!
debbie m
This is such a "happy" quilt..if that makes sense. I love the fabric. For about 5 years the closest shops to me did not carry Moda, so I guess I missed this line. I would definately bought it!
VickiLorraine@lefthandednotions
I so love this one Amy 🙂
diane
this is beautiful and I love the way the green shows of the prints
Sarah
I love the green contrast and how it is a nice rest from the busyness of the prints. I have a very similar timeline for finishing quilts!
Judith Blinkenberg
I have a layer cake of this line with extra yardage! I had it on ebay but removed it because its so wonderful. Thanks for the inspiration<br />jlblvn@gmail.com
Callie Triarsi
I love this quilt. I have been searching for pattern for my 27 year old son and this is it! I just found you on Pinterest and you are AMAZING! Thanks for all your awesome blogs!
Callie
Amy Smart
Aww, Thank you Callie!
Stacey
It’s always hard to start something new!!!! I’m so glad you did!!
Vicki H
I follow on Facebook as well.
Gloria Cotten
Lovely shop! I especially like the linens— all of them but especially the Tayutou prints! Root crop and Pendant are gorgeous! cotten.gloria@gmail.com