Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt

A finished quilt and a picture post.
Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts

My Spring Hourglass Quilt is finished! I have really enjoyed making this quilt and it I feels like I have found my sewing groove again. Or maybe it is just that I have stayed with what I know I enjoy doing ~ choosing fabrics, color play and patchwork piecing. 

Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts
Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts

I am really pleased with how the quilt turned out. I especially like the addition of the plain squares which introduces a new color - orange - and adds another point of interest to keep the eye wandering. I also like the occasional "I Spy" fabric featuring animals, birds, flowers etc, as well as text.

Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts
Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts

To complement the colors of the quilt top I have used a used a single fabric from the Briar Rose collection by Heather Ross: Calico in Blue for the quilt back, and I have finished the quilt with my signature black/white stripe fabric for binding.


This quilt was sold prior to listing in my Etsy Store
 and is already making its way to the new owner.

Spring into Spring ~ An Hourglass Quilt | Red Pepper Quilts

RELEVANT LINKS:
Spring into Spring ~ A Quilt in Progress
Hourglass Block Tutorial
More RPQ Hourglass Block Projects

All fabrics used are from stash, which in itself is very satisfying although it hasn't made a noticeable difference to my fabric stash. I'll just have to keep at it. Once quilt at a time. Once stitch at a time. It's nice work.
Thank you for stopping by,
Rita

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22 comments:

  1. Absolutely beautiful!! I love it!!!

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  2. So beautiful! Love the fresh colours and the orange pop!

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  3. Your hour glass quilts are my favorite! Love your fabric and color selections!

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  4. Gosh Rita, I just love all the quilts you make, each different, yet lovely in its own way. Would you mind telling me who makes the black and white stripe you use? It gives your quilts such a neat look.

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  5. Beautiful. I'm so in love with the simplicity and classic style of your quilts.

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  6. Such a pretty quilt! I forgot how much I love this block and your cute additions really make this quilt something special.

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  7. You make such beautiful things Rita. And to me they exude a sense of calm. It would be so peaceful to wrap oneself up in one of your creations!

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  8. the hour glass blocks work so well for a quilt

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  9. That's such a cute quilt - love the little creatures. Great to use up those bits and bobs too. Stripey bindings are such fun too.

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  10. Such a pretty quilt I love the hourglass patches and the addition of the squares realy make the whole design pop great work. Quilty hugs

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  11. I love this quilt - so pretty and beautifully pieced!

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  12. So fresh and sweet... I am not surprised she is sold already! Love the backing you chose. It is such a compliment to that pretty hourglass top. What size is this quilt? Lovely work!

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  13. Beautiful Quilt. I suspect a very happy new home/owner.

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  14. This is my favourite quilt that I have seen for some time, I love the colours you have used. x

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  15. I love the colors in this quilt and especially like the occasional pop of orange dot fabrics.

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  16. What a LOVELY Quilt! Lots of dots......who doesn't love dots?? Thanks for sharing :-)

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  17. This is the most lovely quilt! So inspiring! Thank you!

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  18. Another joy to the senses - and yes - you HAVE found your style and expression and that is definitely where you excel. Could you post sizes of your things? Just L O V E this one! Lots of patience in this one.

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  19. Rita, l love and admire all your quilts. The simplicity of the patchwork quilt is indeed, a classic. I'm always drawn to that extra step you take in adding your own style and colors. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

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  20. What a stunning quilt, not surprised it sold before making it to your Etsy store. Off to find your Etsy store myself now :)

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  21. Great, fresh colors and visually so interesting.

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  22. Your quilts are always my favorite quilts. I look at a lot of quilts and a lot of them are beautiful, but yours are always my favorite quilts because they "sing." Somehow the small parts you choose always lead to a whole that goes together in the most unique and creative way. For example, would most of us think to use the orange dot like you did, nope. But it's integral to this piece of art. So, thank you very much for your blog and tutorials. They are very helpful and very inspiring. Your eye for color, pattern and texture is like no other. That's why your quilts will always be my favorite! Thanks again!

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