The idea for Aquatic began at the aquatic center of a local high school. I noticed the tile by the outdoor showers when picking up grandkids from the pool.
While I don't consider myself a "blue" person when it comes to fabric, I had purchased a fat quarter bundle of Blue Carolina by Christopher Thompson for Riley Blake Designs. It had a beautiful range from small prints on a white background, through the mid range blues to deep navy.This quilt came together quickly, as it was just a matter of cutting squares and then trying to mimic the tile placement from the aquatic center.
Darby Myers, who does nearly all of my quilting, did a wavy kind of pattern, just perfect.
Darby Myers, who does nearly all of my quilting, did a wavy kind of pattern, just perfect.
Once we had decided on a second calendar, of course we had to make a trip to the coast. We chose 17 Mile Drive, one of our favorite spots in all of California.
I love how there is a range of lights to darks that mimics all the shades of blue in the sky and water.
This quilt might have converted me into a "blue" lover.
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Anne / Springleaf Studios
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April 1, 2022 at 8:57 AM
Another great quilt inspiration story. Love to hear where you find your quilt ideas. The beach photos are perfect and make me want to go to the beach. If only I could find one here in Colorado. Sigh.
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