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Quilting: My Very First Quilt
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My Very First Quilt

Lily-Kate

Lily-Kate
Difficulty:

Category: Quilting

Type of item: Functional

For: Infant/Baby

Style: Traditional


Materials

Cotton

What was your inspiration?

I saw some lovely fabric in a local craft shop and as I wanted to make my brand new little granddaughter something, I decided to make her a baby quilt. My friend Rosemary helped me design it and encouraged me to complete it.

What are you most proud of?

I have made something that my little granddaughter will be able to have as a keepsake and hopefully treasure. Oh and the little pinwheel in the middle:)

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Buy some lovely fabric that inspires you and get started, it is so much fun!

 

17 comments

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DeGramma on craftsy.com
Jan 30, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
This is a wonderful 1st attempt! You did an outstanding job and no one would believe it's your first........congrats!
desna on craftsy.com
Jan 30, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks DeGramma for the lovely comment:) It certainly got me started and I am now totally hooked!
CarlyMikenna on craftsy.com
May 07, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is so awesome! And what a lovely, personal gift for your grandbaby. I'm sure it will be cherished.
desna on craftsy.com
May 12, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you and yes my little granddaughter is enjoying her quilt:)
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Apr 19, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Okay, now your hooked, right? Great job. Would never know this was your first
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 19, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks, yes totally hooked... Im even making mini quilts for my cat and my daughter's dog!
Marie Flannery on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is a GREAT first quilt ... you should see mine ... I made every mistake you can possibly make. We call it the Ugly Quilt. LOL And your points look sharp ... I'm seriously impressed. Great work!!!
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 19, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Haha thanks Marie:) I had a good friend standing over me explaining how to do it which gave me confidence to go on and make other quilts and now Im am firmly addicted!
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 19, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Haha thanks Marie:) I had a good friend standing over me explaining how to do it which gave me confidence to go on and make other quilts and now Im am firmly addicted!
azsunshine on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice. You did a great job piecing and getting those sharp points. Keep up the good work.
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, I was very pleased that I got most of the points although don't look too closely ha!
VicMansfield on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
It's beautiful! Well done! Is your granddaughters name Lily-Kate? My 2 daughters names are Lilly and Kate, great names! :)
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks, yes we are using both names as they are family names and they are def great names:)
Sugar n Spice on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I agree! Nice pinwheel! Your colors are soo fresh and retro! I love it! Nice job!
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for the lovely comment, I love the colours too.
Pamillia on craftsy.com
Apr 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
She is a very lucky little one. Enjoy. Very nice quilt & happy. Thank so, for sharing. Your pin wheel looks mighty fine.
desna on craftsy.com
Apr 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you, the pinwheel was the first thing I did haha! So the rest was much easier.