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Quilting: Mixed up Dresden Quilt
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Mixed up Dresden Quilt

Dresden Quilt

Dresden Quilt
Machine quilted

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Dresden »
Difficulty:

Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Charity

Style: Cute

Materials

Quilting Cottons

What was your inspiration?

I wanted to do something different with the dresden blocks. I was involved with a quilts block swap where we were asked to make the dresden pattern using black & white fabrics with the background fabric being white.

This quilt is being donated to a children's village in Guatemaela.
http://projectsomos.org/get-involved/quilts-for-kids

What are you most proud of?

The way the quilt turned out. I think a child will really enjoy receiving this quilt because it is fun looking.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Think outside of the normal "pattern.

 

33 comments

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Glennie on craftsy.com
Glennie
Jan 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
this looks like an interesting item to make; I like the design
Ann Richards on craftsy.com
Ann Richards
Oct 21, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This is one I would love to try. I love the concept of the black and whites, outlined by brights.
majcarmea265830 on craftsy.com
majcarmea265830
Oct 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
What a neat setting, makes me want to go through my stash and see what I can come up with. Thanks for sharing.
homechaos260478 on craftsy.com
homechaos260478
Oct 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Very beautiful! It's so inspiring to see others' creativity!
marietta on craftsy.com
marietta
Oct 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Very intricate-WOW!....beautiful!
dlb5487 on craftsy.com
dlb5487
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love it!!! It's beautiful!!!
juneawhit42071 on craftsy.com
juneawhit42071
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
THATS A NICE LLOKING QUILT---GOOD JOB
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Sorry, it was a 10" white on white square with the dresden blades being 7 1/2" long(5 of them) and the colored 1/4 circle (7" circle cut in 4). Hope that helps. I had to go back and reread my instructions. I had used the "Easy Dresden Tool by Darlene Zimmerman" to make my blades, helped alot!!!!
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
To make this quilt, each block is 12", you are making 1/4 of the dresden fan pattern on each block. The key thing to getting this design is how you place the blocks together. If you zoom in on the quilt, you will see that each block is different because each block was from a quilt block swap I was involved with. We were to make 1/4 dresden pattern using black & while fabrics with the middle piece being a bright color....and this is the result. If I can be of further help, please let me know.
sweetpatootie on craftsy.com
sweetpatootie
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Where can I find the pattern? I really want to try this one.
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
It's using the traditional Dresden Plates pattern to make each block and just placing the blocks in a different way.
Kate D on craftsy.com
Kate D
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
That is so cool I have a box of partly done drsden plates (from the fabric donation bin at church) and I was trying to think of something to do with them. I think this might be the answer. Plus, I just think it is totally cool.
momick216094 on craftsy.com
momick216094
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
What a good interpretation of Dresden Plate - fabulous
brendamerle on craftsy.com
brendamerle
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
hi i am new at this and would like someone to help me to make a quilt. i have made some but i need someone to help me out i am still new at this project.
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
What size & type of quilt would you like to make?
juneawhit42071 on craftsy.com
juneawhit42071
Oct 17, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
HI BRENDA MERL--LOOK AT THE BIG BASIC BOOK BY PAM BONO OR DESIGNS BY PAM BONO REAL EASY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN
CateringQuilter on craftsy.com
CateringQuilter
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I would like to try this.
mona.adeeb on craftsy.com
mona.adeeb
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I like it
baird.gen48549 on craftsy.com
baird.gen48549
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
The child that gets this quilt will be thrilled
sewsusan on craftsy.com
sewsusan
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This is very nice. I love it. I have added it to my must do list. It is fun and anyone would love to have it.
Gingerbiscuits on craftsy.com
Gingerbiscuits
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Amazing. Really a fresh interpretation of a classic. I love it. You have opened my eyes!
ellennk on craftsy.com
ellennk
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I even have that tool, just haven't made more then one block. Llove this I'll have to try it.
Elma Lutman on craftsy.com
Elma Lutman
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Very pretty quilt.
cilla38 on craftsy.com
cilla38
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I just love this quilt showing a different style thank you
Sadiedaze on craftsy.com
Sadiedaze
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for thinking outside the box. I have been making dresdens and had become a little bored with the standard layout. This will help get me jump started on seeing what I can come up with. That's what I love about quilting.....when you get stuck other quilters can help you look at things differently. Good job! Will have to check out that website too!
pdjewelrylady on craftsy.com
pdjewelrylady
Oct 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
i LOVE this quilt too!! will you quilt mine like yours? pleeeease ??? ;)
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Suzi.
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 17, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Suzi, the quilting gave the quilt a whole new look, really proud how it came out.
linda-brow119792 on craftsy.com
linda-brow119792
Oct 06, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love this quilt so nice in black and white's.
Grammakim04 on craftsy.com
Grammakim04
Oct 06, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you
fantomdiva on craftsy.com
fantomdiva
Sep 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
this is an awesome quilt! I love dresden plates and so can not wait to start one of these! Thanks so much for sharing your talents. Keep up the great work!
Genette on craftsy.com
Genette
Sep 26, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This quilt has fun written all over it--very cheerful.
LinderLucy on craftsy.com
LinderLucy
Sep 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful quilt. Very nice way to lay out the Dresden plate. The colors are great.

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