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Thursday, March 01, 2012

pretty close

I like to piece my quilt backs, especially when one of the prints repeats in a certain way (such as this fabric), so I don't need to worry about lining up the repeat. Well, I adore this print, and I had JUST the right amount to back my quilt. I took it as a sign that I should try to piece it together, rather than adding in another print or solid. It was a little tricky (I pinned a lot and re-sewed a bit) but totally worth the effort. It feels like a great accomplishment! Woo-hoo!

This is one step closer to finishing an old WIP. But there is one problem. I love the back so much that I decided I'm going to have to re-work the front now. I want to LOVE the front, rather than just like it. One step forward, one step back.
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24 comments:

  1. Live a Colorful Life3:11 PM

    I love this argyle print too. Well, I can't wait to see the front.

    P.S. I have something finished! finally! I'll link up tomorrow. Whew. I was afraid that would never happen.

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  2. Elena3:25 PM

    I love this back and I'm sure the front will be stuning as well!
    Muchos besos desde Madrid
    Elena

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  3. Kirsty3:26 PM

    Me too! This argyle is terrific. I can completely understand your attraction to it. Your 'future is bright' quilt was also argyle-inspired so clearly this is one of those patterns you will always be drawn to. For me it is quartrefoils, but I haven't found a way to introduce them to my quilts yet. But give me time! I think all your quilts are fabulous. Well done!

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  4. Michele3:29 PM

    Argyle...swoon. Always a classic. Just makes ya warm thinking of it!

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  5. Cascade Quilts3:31 PM

    fantastic job piecing! Can't wait to see what your WIP is!

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  6. Unknown3:50 PM

    The quilting police have giving me permission to alter a pattern especially when it's to make me happy...as I'll be happier with the final product...even when it's all put together and it means reverse sewing for a few days!
    Take care...
    Toni
    www.lifeinapinkbunnysuit.com

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  7. Mike Pearson4:00 PM

    Yes, this is very impressive!!! You should give yourself a pat on the back after that great alignment!

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  8. Keep Stitchin'5:11 PM

    I would've felt the same way! love the argyle! May I inquire of the designer/manufacturer? I never see fabrics like this!
    Love your math facts quilt, too! I've been wanting to do an orange and white quilt!
    Trudy

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  9. Ebeth6:20 PM

    I love that fabric...I've been coveting it for a while now. GREAT job piecing it!

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  10. Lesley6:28 PM

    You did a wonderful job of piecing this!

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  11. Suzanne6:33 PM

    Holy moley! That's one heck of a piecing you did. I think it's pretty neat that you have such high standards that you won't settle on the satisfaction scale on either the front or the back.

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  12. Kim7:11 PM

    I think it turned out great! Well worth the effort! I can't wait to see the finished project!

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  13. Marjorie8:05 PM

    Bravo. However, now I have an overwhelming urge to make a pieced quilt with an argyle design.

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  14. Lisa Lisa9:30 PM

    Love the argyle print :) Nice job!

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  15. LimeRiot10:41 PM

    I love that fabric!! It's very preppy :).

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  16. Donna11:17 PM

    You sure have been busy this week!!

    Can I send you some of my WIP's? :D

    Hey, Amanda.. I want to put a blog button for your site on my blog. Do you have one?

    Donna
    don_mae2@yahoo.com

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  17. Freddie3:58 AM

    Great back. I am sure the front is stunning too.

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  18. Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva7:02 AM

    That is a wonderfull backing fabric! Very neat. Have a fabulous weekend!
    ~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva

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  19. Mama Pea9:20 AM

    Cute, and good job on the piecing!

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  20. kmodich10:24 AM

    Impressive!!!

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  21. Michelle12:33 PM

    That is impressive!

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  22. Clair10:12 AM

    You were brave for even trying it, but it worked well.

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  23. Claire Jain8:48 PM

    I love it! That's super exciting :-)

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  24. Chara Michele11:24 PM

    What a cute fabric! Totally worth the extra effort!

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