My “Summer Nights Quilt” is finished!
I was inspired by “Falling Stars” quilt by Patrick Lose. I purchased the digital pattern from Fons and Porter and followed the pattern for the flying geese stars from it. I ended up making some smaller stars too and then omitting some of the pattern pieces and designing my own layout.
I spent an inordinate amount of time doing so and looking back at my graph paper and notes, I can’t help think “What were you doing girlfriend???” Hmmm, next time I might opt to actually follow a pattern!!!
My main goal in making this quilt was to free motion machine quilt the whole thing (and delve into pattern design apparently!?!) According to my numerous scrallings, it is 67″ x 84 1/2″ finished. (Hmmmm again)
My words of encouragement to other FMQ beginners are; it takes a lot of practice, expect to get frustrated. And then you still won’t be all out ecstatic with your results, but will be happily content with your progress. Onwards and upwards I say!
I have described this quilt’s FMQ journey in some of my past posts; your practice will pay off when you get free motion moving and do hit your free motion mojo.These links show some (carefully selected) close-ups.
Thank you to everyone that has given me tips and encouragement through this (prolonged) quilt project.
We moved this summer, so I’m giving myself a break it wasn’t done sooner. With October here in Pennsylvania being unusually warm, it works out fine. Right now, we don’t need more than this quilt at night. 💫
I am linking up with Pieceful Sunday a new linky party by April Adams at JANDA Bend Quilts and also with Jennifer Fulton’s party Wednesday Wait Loss. at The Inquiring Quilter.
Sparkiling On! Sincerely Abbie ✨
Oh my goodness I love this quilt – it looks fresh and joyful! Your quilting looks great and I think you had your free motion mojo working :-)
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Thanks so much Tierney…yes I did! 😉
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Beautiful 😍
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Thanks so much 😊
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Love your Summer Nights quilt and the back is as pretty as the front.
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Thanks Peggy! I like the back too 😊
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This is such a great summery quilt. The back is another quilt in itself. I need to go off and check out your FMQ posts. Someday I’ll try FMQ, maybe next year.
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Thanks Jan, it’s worth trying on small quilt sandwiches to practice. I saved mine and laugh when i look at them because they are so funny looking!
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That quilt is so pretty!
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Why thank you Lady! ☺️
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You did an excellent job! Love the bright colors! I like the back of the quilts to also be pieced…great job. I am still in the frustrated, beginner, “don’t think I can do it” stage of FMQ. You are inspirational!
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Thanks Chela, I still have a ways to go but recommend pushing through the frustration phase, you’ll be happy you did.
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I viewed the tutorial you mentioned and I found some others. When I get in a positive mood about this, I will try again. :)
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Yes, you have to be in the mood. I took a two month break from quilting this before I finished.
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Abbie this is FANTASTIC! The front with its happy sparkly stars is perfectly complimented by the bright back:). Of course you want to snuggle up under it at night. Just like being under a patchwork starry night❤️
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Oh Thank you Tracy! I feel flattered by your kind and happy words. ✨😀✨ (Sparkle smile)
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ThIs quilt definitely says summer! Sew fresh! And the backing color selection is splendid! Nice finish!
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Thank you so much! Yes, white and bright colors always feel fresh to me, I’m glad you think so too. 😊
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Love your quilt!
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Thank you! 😊
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I agree with you on free motion qulting…it never comes out how I envision but I just content myself with the knowledge that it will get better over time.
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Exactly! Thank you for visiting Lisa 😊
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Abbie: I really needed this FMQ advice right this minute. Thanks! I love this design — it is lovely!
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Thanks Sandy! Squiggles are easier than straight lines! Hang in there 😋
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So much to celebrate! First a quilt finish. For me they are far between, so time for a happy dance! Let’s also celebrate your courage and persistence in quilting this yourself. As you say, it’s not easy to be a beginner and really all that’s needed is to not be too judgemental and to simply keep going. The results here are lovely! So cheers to you! And you got it done by summer’s end, so there you go! Win, win, win! Thank you for linking up to Wednesday Wait Loss.
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Thank you so much for your kind words Jennifer! It means a lot to me :) and I will keep them in mind as I go forward. With persistence and the joy I get from sewing, I have seen so much progress in my quilting. The QAL has been a gift for me in that way too, learning and learning and having fun!
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Oh! I forgot your foray into designing! I totally encourage that. Don’t follow a pattern–follow your heart. Congratulations! Your quilt is lovely.
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Thank you again Jennifer and agreed! My heart usually takes over and I just let it do its thing 😉
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