This weekend I was able to finish up the school charity quilt. To learn more from an earlier post, click here. Short story, every year our school does a quilt raffle to support families in need for the holidays. 2016 was my year to make the donation! Here is how it came out ...
When I first started machine binding it was a hot mess, now after many quilts those corners are finally worth smiling about! Plus, it probably holds up so much better than hand stitching.
Details:
Finished Size: 56 inches x 64 inches, Pattern: Squares and Stripes by Cluck Cluck Sew: Fabric: Stash, Batting: 80/20 blend, Thread: Connecting Threads - Mint, Quilting: Straight Line - 1 inch.
The new batting I purchased is much thicker than what I have used in the past. So thick I actually had to release some of the pressure on my walking foot so it would fit underneath. Needless to say, it's nice and heavy. Now it just needs to find a new home!
Very cute, modern & fresh! Like the colors~
ReplyDeleteIt's so beautiful! And what a great cause. I hope that your lovely quilt raises lots of money to help the family in need.
ReplyDeleteLove this! And your corners are definitely worth smiling about - they're perfect!
ReplyDeleteI have to lift almost all of the pressure off my walking foot just so the layers don't drag. Great work on the binding. I am still too much a nervous perfectionist to even think about machine binding.
ReplyDeleteThis quilt looks so lovely and cuddly. Love the quilting on it. A wonderful gift!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out beautifully, Chelsea! I hope it finds a great new home and raises a nice amount of money.
ReplyDeleteThe effort that goes into a charity quilt is always so worth it. It looks great, and those corners are perfect. I always machine bind my quilts and can't even imagine doing it by hand.
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice mix of fabrics and colors! I agree - machine binding must be more durable.
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