Late last month I put the last borders on Cotton Ridge Farm. Hooray!! Then I pressed it and tried to get as many ravelings off as I could. Had to get it all spruce for its photo op!
This quilt has been in the planning stages for a long time. Perhaps over 10 years ago, I collected a little stash of navy and yellow fabrics. The yellows go from bright yellow to butternut squash to cheddar. I then waited on the inspiration pattern to come along to move me into creating mode.
After a few years, I saw some Pam Buda patterns, and that's when ideas began forming. I originally thought I'd make Grist Mill. But the pattern I borrowed was Cotton Ridge Farm, so I just went with it. (I still want to make Grist Mill.) I sifted through the little fabric collection, narrowing down my options. I am very pleased with the results; just moody enough to give off autumn vibes.
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It finished almost to the exact size the pattern indicated - 66" x 74". I have it laid out here on a queen bed. Once I figure out what to use as a backing, I can get her on the long arm!
A couple of thoughts I had while making this quilt. I was not a fan of her instructions to make larger HSTs than necessary, and then trimming them all to size. However, I did follow those instructions, and I love the result! I cannot think of any quilt I've ever made with this many HSTs and so many precisely matching points. I've never had such great results. There's a lesson here, right? Trimming makes a world of difference in accuracy.
I'm prepping some projects for a 4-day retreat next week. I will share the ongoing activities as I can. For about 3+ days, I'm gonna' have my grandma hat on - Reagan is coming to stay!
Happy Quilting, Friends!
Jayne
Very nice! Yeah hst's do work better with trimming. I found that out too.
ReplyDeleteYour flimsy is gorgeous Jayne, well worth every little bit of trimming, I'd say!
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