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I like Warm Wishes, too. It's very similar to, yet easier and quicker than, Rail Fence which has also been recommended. Warm Wishes can look stunning with the right fabrics, one focus fabric and three coordinating blenders.
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Why not an old fashion house block done in all variations of colors. It would have a modern and folk/ country art look at the same time and would fit in many styles.
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Originally Posted by sushi
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One concern: Are you sure your friend will welcome a bed-size quilt? They tend to dictate the room's decor, so unless you know what style and colors she wants in the room, I'd stick with a lap-size quilt.
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I love lap quilts!!! You never can have too many. Quick and Easy - tumblers are so easy and quick and looks like a lot of work but its not. Straight seams. If you want very simple and a quilt in a day...I would recommend that one.
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If you are unsure of their planned color\decor be sure to use a backing that will go with most every thing so they can turn it over to use and still enjoy it.
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My "go to" for a quick quilt is the log cabin. Goes fast and look great. Good luck. Have fun, I am sure your friend will love anything you make for her.
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I always do a split rail or single irish chain quick& looks nice
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Bonnie hunter's strp twist
It is just sewing strips together, cutting, rearrange and voila you have a amazing secondary effect and also blocks with points. It looks way more amazing then it is hard to make and sews up in no time. I do second the lap quilt idea. 50-60 or 60x70. http://quiltville.blogspot.com/2005/06/strip-twist.html Just be sure to pay attention to alternating light and dark strips but even if you don't it still looks good. Here is one I did mix up on the alternating light and dark but it came out nice. I bought some wild horse patterned fabric to go on the border to add a theme and visual interest. (donation quilt) |
Originally Posted by tapper
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A friend is moving into a new home in early January. I would like to make her a quilt as a house-warming gift. I haven't got a lot of experience making full-sized quilts. I want to do a quilt rather than a wall hanging.
I have an idea about what colors to use but I need a pattern ....something that will go together quickly as I still have to finish Xmas sewing. Would appreciate some ideas. Photos or links would be great! I have googled and found lots of patterns but I thought I would also ask here. Thank you. |
A checkerboard quilt is easy. Two fabrics, one light, one dark, alternate. With the right fabrics they can be quite pretty.
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