When I wrote my Sylvie quilt pattern, I knew I wanted to try a version with a darker sashing. Last year I made a version of my Tessa pattern using navy sashing and loved it, so I figured I would give that a try.
Yes, I know - navy is still kind of playing it safe. It is basically a neutral color, but I am taking baby steps. To go with the navy fabric, I pulled a variety of blues, greens, yellows, and neutrals from my stash. I didn't want anything too dark to blend in with the sashing fabric, so I kept the other prints pretty light.
I ended up using a lot of the prints in my stash that I really love but rarely end up using, so it was a fun project to put together. I love those citron tigers - so stinking cute.
This pattern is so quick to put together, it has become my go-to quick project. I think next time I might be even more daring with my sashing. I love would to do something neon.
The backing fabric was pulled from my stash - it is an older Cotton + Steel print. The binding is Kona Navy.
You know, I really love a pattern that doesn't chop up the fabric into tiny pieces. It is so fun to actually get to see it - much more useful than having it sit on my shelf.
If you would like to make your own version of the Sylvie Quilt pattern, you can pick up a copy in the shop.
I love all your quilts! I am intrigued by your quilting pattern. The spacing seems somewhat random. Is that done on a long-arm or on a sewing machine? I use mainly straight line quilting, but feel the spacing of the lines has to be so exact. Your style would be "freeing".
ReplyDeleteI do it on my machine and the spacing is random - I call it an "organic grid" and it is very freeing!
DeleteThis navy option is wonderful! I like the white, but that navy really pops and shows off the prints so well!
ReplyDeleteI am pleased with how it turned out - it's scary to try something new!
DeleteI think you are very brave! The navy has a nice bass "voice" - think Barry White! Smooth. Nicely done!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great way to put it!
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