Friday, May 16, 2014

Irome Quilt for Kokka Fabric

Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt by Red Pepper Quilts

It is Quilt Market time in Pittsburgh! I love to see what fabric collections are coming out in the next 6 months or so, and although I don't get to go I love to travel along in the virtual world via Instagram or Facebook with those quilters and quilts stores that do go.
Irome for Kokka Fabrics
Irome for Kokka Fabric
(not pictured here are four ombre semi-solid fabrics,
several of which I have used in the making of my quilt. See pictures below).
But I did get to preview the new Kokka Fabric collection called Irome which will debut at Quilt Market (these fabrics were sent to me courtesy of Kokka Fabric). Irome consists of 24 fabrics and four color palettes that represent the seasons. There are six prints for each season ~ Spring, Autumn, Winter and Summer.

Irome for Kokka Fabrics 2014 - selvages

The colors are delightful and several of the designs are wonderfully delicate. I love that the collection consists of fabrics for all of the seasons but despite our Autumnal weather I was immediately drawn to the soft and gentle color palette, mixed with some highlights of bolder/brighter color.

Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt Top by Red Pepper Quilts

The quilt design is simple (large scale Half Rectangle Triangles) which allows the patterns and the colors to feature. I have quilted the quilt with an all over 1 inch grid of intersecting lines, which adds interest and compliments both the design and the fabrics.

Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt ~ quilting ~  by Red Pepper Quilts
Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt ~ quilting ~  by Red Pepper Quilts

Irome is a quilting cotton weight collection, suitable for quilt making, but also apparel and other crafty projects. The fabrics have a lovely hand, the colors range from delicate to saturated, and the prints all work well together. My only fabric addition used in the making of this quilt is Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton in White.

Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt ~ scrappy binding ~  by Red Pepper Quilts
Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt ~ binding ~  by Red Pepper Quilts

I have made the binding for the quilt from some of the scrappy left over fabric pieces. Scrappy binding is a favorite and I love to see all of the different patterns and colors blending with the quilt. It also makes me feel good to use up fabric scraps.

Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt by Red Pepper Quilts

This quilt is for sale and listed in my Etsy Store.

Find the listing here: Modern Patchwork Quilt
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Irome Half Rectangle Triangle Quilt by Red Pepper Quilts
With thanks to Kokka Fabric for giving me the opportunity to preview and work with their new collection. Irome is due for release at Quilt Market today!

IROME for Kokka Fabric will be available from:
Miss Matatabi (Etsy Store)
Thank you for stopping by,
Rita

RELEVANT LINKS:
Red Pepper Quilts Etsy Store
Kokka Fabric Blog (in English) - see more projects made using the Irome collection.

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Irome fabric samples were supplied without obligation by Kokka Fabric, however all images, text and opinions expressed here are my own.

19 comments:

  1. Really love the colors in this quilt.. soft and just a lovely look. Very pretty indeed.
    Smiles :)

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  2. some lovely fabric here and the half rectangles work so well with it. You are so lucky getting some many fabrics to review

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  3. This is gorgeous!! I love the pops of color. Do you know when they will be available for sale in Miss Matatabi's store? :)

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    1. I have a rough estimate for this fabric collection to start arriving in in Miss Matatabi's Store in July, and in stores outside of Japan in August. I will keep this post updated as the information becomes available. Thank you for stopping by! :-)

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    2. Thanks so much, Rita! I'll keep an eye out for when they're released in store. :) I think these colors would make such a beautiful baby quilt! <3

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  4. That is a beautiful quilt - it must be hard to part with these!

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  5. Rosemary B here:
    I love this fabric!! What gorgeous happy prints!
    I love your creation -- as always, so bright and cheerful

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  6. I love the straight line quilting you did on this! It's perfect! ;p

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  7. Rita,

    I'm in the hunt for a new sewing machine. Curious as to what you use?

    thanks,
    Elisa

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  8. Rita,

    I'm in the hunt for a new sewing machine. Curious as to what you use?

    thanks,
    Elisa

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  9. Love the grid quilting, Rita. A very sweet finish. Congratulations!

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  10. Are your scrappy bindings on the bias? I love them!

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  11. I love this! I love the subtle soft colours together. Beautiful

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  12. I love this quilt. It is so perfect, from the colour scheme, which lends itself perfectly to the HSRs, to the grid quilting.

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