Thursday, July 30, 2020

Novelty Print Quilt Pattern


I have had a hard time finding good quilt patterns for novelty prints the past couple times I purchased them.  I made up this pattern so that I could show off the novelty, but still keep the quilt simple to finish.


Here is my pattern sheet I made myself just in case anyone wants it.


I designed these "U" squares and sewed them together first.  They were relatively easy compared to many quilt squares out there.  Aaaaanndd...that is the only photo I took during the construction phase apparently.  So, on to the finished product!


I used a 90x90" black microfiber blanket for the back as a replacement for minky since I didn't buy enough from the fabric store months ago.  Being in this quarantine has made purchasing fabric inconvenient, expensive, and in some cases, impossible.  I purchased the blanket on Amazon for about $26 and cut off the hemmed edges before putting it up on the quilter.  When using these blankets, plus batting, the blanket is THICK.  It ended up about 6 lbs, so good for those loving a little weight to their blanket.  I still prefer actual minky for the blankets, but they work in a pinch.


 Choosing the thread was rough.  The minky was black, but the front of the quilt was about 50%/50% black and white.  Actually, I just realized I could have used Red, lol.  I don't profess to have a fully functioning brain....ever.  In the end, I chose to quilt with black on top and bottom.   I kept the pattern loose to keep the quilt soft.  Tighter quilting designs make for a stiff quilt.  Also, my quilting set-up is pretty touch and go, so really I always quilt with this free-motion pattern, lol.  One day we will upgrade the machine and table, but not today.


And here we go, all done!  I didn't want the work of adding the black strips between blocks in the beginning, but it really sets everything apart and shows off those novelty prints.  I couldn't have been more pleased with the finished product.


So, Happy Birthday Dad.  I hope you loved your quilt!

Now on to the next project!
Between Etsy orders I have been designing shelves for our little sets of nerdy toys, lol.  More on that later!  Have a great night ;0}



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Novelty Print Quilt Pattern

I have had a hard time finding good quilt patterns for novelty prints the past couple times I purchased them.  I made up this pattern so tha...