Quilt for my mother-in-law
 

I won the grand prize when it comes to mothers-in-law. She's amazing, and I love her to pieces. When we were visiting her earlier this year, she took me to one of the LQS in her area, and we had a lovely time oohing and aahing over the fabric. She bought me some bits and pieces, and I thought I'd make her a quilt out of what she bought for me. This is what I came up with, using a charm pack of Brenda Riddle's "Amberley" collection (which we both thought was delightful) for the hearts; and some fabric we found among the remnants for the sashing. I supplemented with matching fabrics for the cornerstones, border and binding, and found some gorgeous flannel to use as backing, which is a perfect match (but I can't get that photo to upload, so you'll have to take my word for it! :) )

Even though it's only a lap quilt, having to quilt it with a walking foot on my little DSM was a bit daunting, but I was able to manage it. (I haven't mastered FMQ yet.) I used serpentine stitching for all the quilting, and I really love how it adds to the antique, wrinkly look of the quilt.

She's coming to visit us in a few days, and I plan to give it to her then. I hope she likes it!

She will love it! It is so nice....and how wonderful that you have such a great relationship with your MIL.

Oooh very pretty. You are lucky to have her and she will be thrilled with this quilt

I think your MIL got the grand prize for a DIL! What a lovely quilt and lovely sentiments. You're both lucky!

She will love it! it looks great

Love your quilt. How could she not like it???

That’s so beautiful!

I bet she will have tears eyes! So sweet...I had one of those MIL's...she would tell people "she's like our own daughter". Miss her.

What a sweet quilt for a sweet MIL...she is going to love it. Congratulations on quilting it on your DSM.

Very soft and cuddly looking. I can see the love you put into it.

It's beautiful, she'll love it. That was very thoughtful for you to make her a quilt.

It's a pretty quilt for your MIL. I'm sure the fond memories of shopping for the fabrics make it even more special. Enjoy your visit!

And why wouldn't she like it?!!! It's precious!

She is going to love it. I had that kind of MIL and now 2 DILs that I adore and they love me too!💕

Love the serpentine stitching. Just discovered it myself. It's my new favorite.

The hearts are perfect your stitching and quilting are great! The soft background and border is perfect! I am so sure your MIL will love it to the moon and back. It sounds like she supports your love of quilting. Very Very pretty quilt.

What a lovely project and sentiments! I too have a wonderful mother-in-law, and a great daughter-in-law too!

I did my first quilt with the serpentine stitch last year, my old vintage machine didn't have the option. I think it's a great solution for any quilt on a grid -- which is most of them. One of my Tuesday group ladies does a lot of preemie and children's donation projects and almost always uses serpentine stitch, and they all look good.

Oh, you should be very proud of yourself as your quilt turned out very nice and I am sure it will be cherish by your MIL.

What a beautiful and soft tribute to your MIL. She got a winner too. Love the soft colors and the serpentine quilting just gives it a vintage crinkly look she will love.

You are both blessed....and your quilt is just so soft and sweet. Well done!

Such an adorable quilt and I am sure your MIL will absolutely love it. That is wonderful that you have such a nice relationship with your MIL.

What an fantastic quilt! When she sees it, she'll know how much you love her!

That looks like a perfect quilt for your “grand-prize” winning MIL. She should love it to pieces.

Lovely quilt!....Wonderful that you love your MIL!

I'm sure she will be thrilled! It will have special meaning when she recognized the fabrics she helped to pick out.

Very pretty quilt. Sounds so cozy with the flannel back.

That’s so comforting looking! You did a great job

Lucky you, and lucky mother-in-law. She will love it and will be so touched by your thoughtfulness. It is a delightful quilt.

Leslie

She will be tickled pink.

How lucky you both are. Lovely quilt and I am sure that she will be thrilled when she gets it.
BrendaK

My Mom was that kind of MIL to my husband. Your quilt is wonderful!!!!!!!!

She's going to be so pleased! It's just lovely.

Watson

Very pretty! I know she will love it!