A Quilter's Toile- wall hanging
 

I like the charm of toile fabric but sometimes it is a challenge to figure out just how to use it in a quilt project because of the large scale. I came across a pattern in an older book I have (Quick Colorful Quilts edited by Rosemarie Wilkinson) and realized that I could finally use a quilting- themed toile I'd had for years, and be able to keep a large section of the toile intact by cutting it on point. Just added a few more fabrics in the same color-way. I have pieces of the solid red and paisley pieced inner border that I will use as hanging tabs.
This is about 40" square.

I agree, it is a difficult fabric to use since you don't want to lose the picture the toile contains. You made a very nice wall quilt.

Very pretty

Well you did a nice job using the toile well. I often use it as a quilt back.

Thanks for including a close-up. Is the toile print on regular weight cotton? A lot were heavier, for upholstery or draperies.

Yes, this is regular quilting cotton from Clothworks. I'd guess it is at least 10 years old. The print also came in royal blue.

I love it, toile is beautiful. Borders are perfect.

what a wonderful way to use toile

very nicely done, beautiful toile

Ooooh, I love this!!! You have given me an idea of how to use toile. I have some from another
project and didn't think of doing this. Thanks for the inspiration.