Friday, April 24, 2020

All That and the Kitchen Sink :: Ebb & Flow

No space untouched!  I really went wild with the quilting on this wall quilt!  Once I started I found that I couldn't stop.  It was so much fun coming up with ideas and executing them to the best of my ability using a combination of free motion quilting and my walking foot.

What didn't I throw in?!  There's the ever popular matchstick quilting, pebbles, straight lines, curvy lines, swirls and curls...and let's not forget about the thread!  I think I used 5-6 different colors.  Some sections were one thread color, while other sections have several different colors.  Why not?!  I threw everything in for good measure!

EBB & FLOW
15" X 18 1/2"
I had a hard time getting photos that show the colors accurately for my first go around.  The second time it seems the stars were aligned and the true reveal of color and design came to life!  For the most part.


This color combination is a winner in my book!  Teal, turquoise, aqua, chartreuse, green to name a few.  



I wasn't sure where I was going when I started.  Which is what I love about improv.  You can go one way and then abruptly veer to the left.  The pressure is off when I work this way.  I don't have seams to match, points to watch out for, accuracy is a non-factor.





While quilting I often am at a loss for what designs I can pull off especially when I free motion quilt.  When working with a small quilt like this its a chance to 'practice' and try new things.  


The back shows the quilting in more detail and you can see the crazy things I tried.  I added my usual method for hanging mini quilts.  This is the tutorial I use:  Hanging Mini Quilts, if you are wondering!



I can throw the kitchen sink and then some without feeling like I overdid it.  That is debatable though.  A personal preference.  Large quilts rarely get dense quilting because of the size.  I have a hard time managing and maneuvering on my domestic machine.

But the same is not so with a smaller quilt!  Which is why I often take it over the top!  


This quilt asked that it be bound with a pieced binding.  Do your quilts speak to you?!  It fit the design, colors and overall vibe.


It's going to be hard to reel myself in when it comes time to quilt my next quilt!  Thankfully it's a large lap quilt and my options will keep me in check!

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24 comments :

  1. This is fantastic! I love the quilting. Just love it!

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    1. I had a blast quilting this quilt. I love small quilts where I can go crazy with the quilting!

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  2. Love the fresh, springy colors in this wall quilt! Such a delight to look at. Nadine N. Cali

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  3. Love your work! The colors are perfect and the quilting is amazing!

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  4. I love all the different quilting motifs and the texture they created as another layer of the improvisational nature of the quilt. Lovely!

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  5. That quilt is lovely and you did an wonderful job on the quilting. Beautiful!

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    1. Thanks so much! I enjoy quilting like this when I’m working on a small quilt!

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  6. This quilt is so you Jayne!! I am glad you quilt spoke up and said quilt me crazy!!
    It's wonderful:)

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  7. Over the top, in a good way, Jayne. It's SEW lovely!!

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  8. Love the colors, of course. But those quilted circles are swoonworthy! Another great finish!

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  9. The pieced binding is the perfect icing on the cake! No, my quilts don't speak to me -- they YELL at me, and WHINE at me, usually "When are you coming back? I'm lonely! You started me six years ago and it's dark in this closet blah blah blah..."

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    1. I have a couple projects that are screaming at me right now! Quilt me!!! Usually I have to work myself up to it before I start! Good luck with those screaming quilts!

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  10. My quilts haven't spoken to me yet, other than the nagging piece me! quilt me! bind me! but your quilts have spoken to me in delightful, happy tones, especially this one--thanks for sharing it. susanprincess at att dot net

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  11. Beautiful colours, very soothing during a time like this! Love the quilting too.

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  12. Wow!! That looks just like a modern art piece in a museum! I love it- and those colors are really happy colors!!

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  13. Very fun! The colors and shapes remind me of a vegetable garden. Congrats on a very cool finish.

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  14. What a fantastic creation! I love all the different quilting, it really makes it sing. And the color combination is wonderful. Thanks for sharing!

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  15. Augggghhhh it's so good! I LOVE the colors and how light and airy it is. And all that quilting just makes it so special! It totally matches the colors in my house, too. ^_^

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  16. Beautiful texture on this one. I really like the contrasting thread colors. Thanks for sharing with Oh Scrap!

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  17. Beautiful colors! Beautiful, whimsical quilting!!! Really fun, Jayne!!!

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  18. Well, Jayne, I think it is a very sexy quilt - all the curves, leaving nothing untouched and showing off your mad skills :-p Love it!!!

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  19. Yes, the colour combination is definitely a winner. I love everything about this quilt!

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  20. You make the BEST quilts! I love this, and I love the quilting. You know me, I don't think you can ever have too much quilting so throw it all in there girlfriend! Thanks for linking to MCM. I can't wait to see what you're working on next.

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  21. Terrific little piece - you DID have fun!

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