Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Modern Maples

I am checking in with something new to show off! I'm so excited to say that my Modern Maples quilt top is finished! I don't think there is anything more rewarding than sewing that final seam and doing one final press!

This quilt was sort of ambitious for me. I found the block instructions and then decided on a layout all on my own. I even used graph paper to get it all worked out! There were so many blocks to sew! Sixteen blocks that are twelve inches finished and 36 blocks that are six inches finished. I suppose the fact that there were lots of blocks to sew wasn't the hardest part, it was the number of half square triangles that needed trimming.

I finished sewing it all and glanced at my thread...

...couldn't have worked out better. Is there anything worse than running out of thread when you have less than 15 inches of sewing left on a project? There isn't. 

Anyway, I finished up right before we were supposed be walking out the door for a playdate, so I had my son hurry and help snap a couple of pictures of the finished project. Side note: He'll be five next month! And while I love having such a helpful little friend, my heart is also breaking that he is getting so big! 



I especially love the dotted background I used. I think it adds a little interest without being too busy! And while this one certainly won't be ready to use this fall, it will be for next year! I can't wait!

Linking up!
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31 comments:

  1. lalaluuTuesday, October 27, 2015 at 4:29:00 PM MDT

    Love the fabric choices you made for this one. I agree that the small dots add interest to the quilt! Congrats on a fun and beautiful finish!

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  2. Soma @ inkTorrents.comWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 10:31:00 AM MDT

    So pretty! I specially love the photo of the quilt under the tree amongst the fallen leaves.

    -Soma

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    1. EmilyWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:29:00 PM MDT

      I thought the leaves were fitting! The trees are all so gorgeous right now, I couldn't resist!

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  3. Cut&AlterWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:06:00 PM MDT

    What a lovely finish and such a modern twist on that block - beautiful.

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  4. Sharon - INWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:18:00 PM MDT

    Lovely quilt! And great photos! ... that your son took?

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    1. EmilyWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:29:00 PM MDT

      Thank you! He took the photo of me holding the quilt, I was pretty impressed of how well they turned out! Such a cute little helper!

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  5. PreetiWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 3:10:00 PM MDT

    What a gorgeous quilt top!! So appropriate for fall :)

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  6. Micki @ 2 Dogs StudioWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 4:01:00 PM MDT

    turned out lovely. great job. micki@2dogsstudio.us

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  7. Kathy@KayakQuiltingWednesday, October 28, 2015 at 5:07:00 PM MDT

    I love this! Flea market fancy will always be one of my favorite collections and I love how it mixes with other fabrics here! Great job!

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  8. SaijaThursday, October 29, 2015 at 5:56:00 AM MDT

    Lovely pattern and lovely colors!!!

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  9. LynetteFriday, October 30, 2015 at 11:51:00 AM MDT

    This turned out really fantastic! I love your fabric use. :)

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  10. Karen @runsewfunFriday, October 30, 2015 at 8:48:00 PM MDT

    Love the colors and layout...and that you used graph paper to organize it! Beautiful!

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  11. Lindsey Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 8:29:00 AM MST

    Lovely quilt Emily! I adore your fabric choices! We featured your quilt over on the FWFS blog! Thank you for stopping by and linking up!

    http://fortworthfabricstudio.blogspot.com/2015/11/fabric-frenzy-friday-features.html

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  12. EmilySunday, November 1, 2015 at 9:45:00 AM MST

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  13. KatMonday, November 2, 2015 at 9:53:00 AM MST

    Gorgeous top! Love the colors.

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  14. Andrea @ Mouse in My PocketWednesday, November 4, 2015 at 7:57:00 AM MST

    This is really fun. Have you decided how you want to quilt it yet?

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    1. EmilyThursday, November 5, 2015 at 8:31:00 AM MST

      thanks! I am thinking an overall swirl pattern, like blowing wind! I haven't totally decided for sure though!

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  15. Lorna McMahonMonday, November 9, 2015 at 4:38:00 AM MST

    Wow, Emily! This is so pretty! Love the fabrics you chose and especially the dotty background. Your little helper took a great photo. Hope you guys had fun at your play date!

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  16. anceeTuesday, November 17, 2015 at 4:38:00 PM MST

    Absolutely love this quilt...fall is my favorite season & I have been looking for a perfect pattern. Would you mind sharing where you got this pattern?
    Thank you, Nancy

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    1. EmilyThursday, February 18, 2016 at 5:41:00 PM MST

      I got this pattern from google! Ha! I just searched until I found one that I really liked and just modified it to work for my 12 and 6 inch sizes!

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  17. QQ38Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 3:49:00 PM MST

    Absolutely adore your layout- how did you piece the blocks?

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    1. EmilyThursday, February 18, 2016 at 5:43:00 PM MST

      If you look close you can tell that it is in four big square sections. I had to do a y-seam to get each square together. I actually think this pattern is pretty much the same as Lori Holts "Picnic" layout from her book Farmgirl Vintage. If you can get your hands on that she shows how to put it together. Sorry I couldn't be more help than that!

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  18. QQ38Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 3:49:00 PM MST

    Absolutely adore your layout- how did you piece the blocks?

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