Friday, November 20, 2015

Friday Finish: Cherry Baby

I can't even remember when I started making this quilt. It was at our yearly quilt retreat in the mountains at the end of February, but I can't remember the year--probably at least five years ago.
This is what I do remember. The pattern is by Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company, and the fabric is by Holly Holderman of Lakehouse Dry Goods.

It is a perfect combination. Most of the fabric has very subtle metallic accents that are just beautiful, but don't photograph well.The blocks are large enough to really show off the fabric.
I wanted to use the pink check fabric on the bias for the binding but didn't have enough. I did have a coordinating alphabet panel that I couldn't figure out what to do with, so I ended up cutting it into strips for the binding. That gave me a mostly white binding with little pops of color every so often. You can also see the pretty fabric used for the backing--blue with little cherries all over.
The size is 64" x 64" and was beautifully quilted by Darby. It will go up for charity auction next April.

I can't resist sharing a couple more pictures.

I'm linking up to Crazy Mom Quilts, TGIFF, Confessions of a Fabric Addict, and Ft. Worth Fabric Company. Have a lovely weekend.

19 comments:

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Alison V. said... #

Adorable!

Jayne said... #

Such a pretty quilt! The blocks are fantastic. Congrats on getting this one finished!

Needled Mom said... #

That is really pretty, Cindy. I like the binding with the pops of color here and there.

Heide said... #

What a fantastic quilt! Beautiful fabric choice. Thanks for sharing.

Heidi said... #

Really lovely quilt!!

Alycia~Quiltygirl said... #

Very lovely quilt! Your blocks are so neat!

Frances Meredith said... #

A lovely quilt in lovely colours. Delightful.

Laney said... #

Such a pretty quilt!

Debbie said... #

This is lovely! The fabric and pattern really are perfect for each other!

Julianne said... #

Beautiful!!

Unknown said... #

It's beautiful, Cindy.

Unknown said... #

It's beautiful, Cindy.

FlourishingPalms said... #

What a lot of piecing, Cindy! It would take me five years to get it done too! It's such a neat block, and how special that it's your donation quilt next year. You're a gem. What would the charity do without you?

Andee said... #

It turned out great, some quilts just need to wait :)

Linda @ kokaquilts said... #

A lovely finish! I love the colour combo and the quilting just finishes it off beautifully!

Kleine Vingers said... #

Just love the quilt and the colors. Greetings

Anne / Springleaf Studios said... #

Lovely finish Cindy. I also have a few projects that I can't remember when I started so you're not alone.

Danette said... #

So cute! You're sweet to give this beautiful quilt for auction.

Rene' said... #

Beautiful Cindy!!!