Tim Holt's Eclectic Elements was the perfect choice for this teen quilt. Having used Eclectic Elements twice before, I knew that the colors would look good without sashing and harmonize with denim.
Moda Love Layer Cake was my starting pattern so I cut 6" finished half square triangles using an Accuquilt die. But, as it sometimes happens - the pattern I thought would work didn't ... being flexible is key if you are like me & don't map out your quilt in detail or with sketches.
The important thing I like to share is this: do what feels right with what fabric you use and the final result will make you happy - evolve your quilt design. I spent many years at an art desk doing old school advertising paste up and there is always a way to make your shapes & colors work.
This lap quilt has a minky back and my usual simple quilting method of a wavy line following the seams - it is fast, effective and makes a nice pattern on the back as well.
I used Aurifil 50wt. Muslin (#2311) which is a wonderful alternative to the ever popular Light Sand (#2000). It glided through all the different fabric weights with a #14 needle - not one thread break or jam up ... love that.
This is "Teen Quilt No. 2" for my daughter's friends.
Materials:
Eclectic Elements
Kaufman Essex Yarn Dyed Linen / Denim
Dimple dot minky / beige
Aurifil 50wt. Muslin #2311, Beige #2314, Chocolate #2360
Accuquilt HST 6" finished
Warm & White batting
Size: 59" x 75.5"
November 2016
Love that you made Tim Holts go modern! Thanks! I needed the inspiration.
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