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My version of Storytimes Square quilt by Rae Hoekstra

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Old 11-20-2014, 06:07 AM
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So bright and cheerful!
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Old 11-20-2014, 06:19 AM
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Very pretty...I like the bold colors....this would be a great quilt to showcase patterned fabrics. hmmm.....thanks for the idea !!!
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Old 11-20-2014, 06:59 AM
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I am not fond of square quilts either although my quilting buddy thinks they are great because the quilt wears more evenly as it is never in the same position when being used. I think the way you made it rectangular is perfect and looks good.
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I like the idea of piano key borders.
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Old 11-21-2014, 06:21 AM
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I like how you expanded the size to fit your needs. I, too, don't like square quilts unless they are a baby quilt, king size or a wall hanging.
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Old 11-21-2014, 06:32 AM
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Very pretty...I like the bold colors....this would be a great quilt to showcase patterned fabrics. hmmm.....thanks for the idea !!!
The original pattern calls for a four patch in the center, not the large square like I had. That's another thing I modified for my use. I also liked showcasing the main fabric.

I'm making this quilt again for a friend. She loved one of my fabrics so I am happy that I can put it front and center. This time I plan to add extra squares to the sides of the quilt (top to bottom) to make it a rectangle. I think I'm going to stick with the large center square but I'll also put coordinating squares, 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom. Or do you think I should make the center fabric even bigger, basically doubled?

I haven't begun to cut yet so I'm open to suggestions. Thanks!
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Old 11-21-2014, 06:40 AM
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Very pretty quilt! Love all the colors. The white looks great. For some reason, I always lean towards dark colors or black, but this makes me what to try white - get out of my comfort zone a little.
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I love the vibrant colors. It is such a happy quilt!
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Old 11-21-2014, 07:01 AM
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Thanks for posting the link to the pattern. I checked out Rae's site and really like it. Got the Storytimes Squares pattern and a cute pattern for a baby dress too.
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Very pretty !!
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