Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Baby 4 patch quilt
The center and border pieces of this little quilt have been up on my design wall in my studio for over a year. I couldn't decide what color I wanted that inner border to be. Then I realized I like the white from the design wall so I chose a batik that has a very faint pastel pattern on white and sewed it together last night. It is only about 28" x 32". I could add another border and make it bigger but I think it would be a cradle size quilt right now, or a nice quilt to carry in a diaper bag to use when visiting others.

18 comments:

Nancy Near Philadelphia said...

I like it very, very much.

Victoria Findlay Wolfe said...

ah the beauty of sitting and staring at something for a long time! the answer usually right before your eyes! the design wall! good choice it looks great!

Cathi said...

That is fabulous! What a great baby quilt -- and that pale border was inspired! It's perfect.

Julie Bagamary said...

What a beautiful baby quilt!

Eva said...

Wonderful colours! First, I wasn't so sure about the white, but it is a differenciated white, and if I try to imagine other colours for the inner border, I find out you're right.

Cheryl Arkison said...

Proof positive that simple can be stunning!

Unknown said...

I agree, I don't think I would add another border. You really can't improve on this one, it is perfect already.

flisa said...

Wonderful quilts you make, and wonderful use of colour in your quilts.

Millie said...

What a great baby quilt. I love the green and blue 4 patch blocks and the border is just as cute.

Barbara Strobel Lardon said...

Inspiration from your design wall....so it was right in front of you for a year! hahaha. I think it is perfect and I like you working in cool colors for a bit. Good job.

Evelyn aka Starfishy said...

Baby floor quilts are the best! It is a perfect size for putting down on the floor and small enough to pop right into the wash. And it is pretty too! Cheers! Evelyn

Vicki W said...

What a sweet little baby quilt!

Beena said...

I really like the white border, and it's a nice place for displaying some quilting stitches. It's a beautiful quilt. One less in the pile of unfinished! YES!

Vicky F said...

Hi Wanda
Very simple yet striking baby quilt.
My neighbor two houses down has boy twins arriving any day -- I may just borrow your idea.
Vicky F

Jean said...

Very pretty quilt...the light border sets off the bright blocks well. Love the checkered final border.

Vivian said...

Isn't it funny how when you have a "difficult" decision, the solution is often the simplest possible course of action.

Beautiful, beautiful little quilt. Some baby will be very blessed to get it.

Anonymous said...

Now this is a stunning baby quilt. Love the fabric choices.
J~MT

Melisa Sriwulandari said...

Oh... So nice... Totally love the colors.