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Quilting: Black & White  Olivia The Pig Quilt
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Black & White Olivia The Pig Quilt

43 w x 44 L

Name tag
closer view
Back side of quilt
close up view of front
43 w x 44 L

Instructions

I used 6 " squares - of the Olivia- the -Pig fabric - then took 3 different black & white fabrics cut them into 2 1/4 " strips and sewed them together and then cut them into 6 " squares. Sewed them into rows alternating them. 7 rows across and 7 rows down. I added a 2 1/2 " border. Then I added the prairie points - if you are unsure how to make these you can go to ...
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Functional

For: Children

Style: Funky, Cute, Casual, Whimsical


Materials

cotton fabrics, comfy fleece/minky-like fabric for back, polyester batting, muslin for name tag, embroidery thread, black & white polyester threads, black quilt binding, sewing supplies & tools.

What was your inspiration?

My niece, she is turning one year old soon, and her mother is using Olivia-the-Pig for her nursery. I found some material on line and made this quilt for her upcoming first birthday.

What are you most proud of?

How well the prairie points came out and how well the quilt went together.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Be sure to cut the fabrics using a rotary cutter and sew using a 1/4" seam.

 

4 comments

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sfgrrl on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Really cute - Love the checked border!
Deena on craftsy.com
Oct 26, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
thanks so much!
Shona on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Lovely design. I love the different stitches that you used, very effective. Great job.
Deena on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
thanks - appreciate the compliment