Son's Wedding quit--DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER
 

Well, its not done yet still needs to be quilted. This is such an awesome pattern and I cant wait to quilt it. There have been a few here on the board like this. Its fun to do, but it is alot of work. I have lots of suggestions for anyone who may be contemplating doing this one. feel free to PM me. I hope you like it as much as I do.

that's a fine quilt. I look forward to seeing it finished.

Very beautiful . I have this on my ever growing list :)

That is beautiful, great job. Thanks for sharing.

you did a terrific job with it. the black really makes the colors pop!

OMGosh, it is just gorgeous. I look at the one point on the block and worry that it got bulky for you. Should I worry. After seeing yours, I think this has to go on my list.

WOW....awesome.....great job, thank you for posting such a WOW quilt.....

love it

Suebee, it is just beautiful!! Love the black/gray "star points'!!!

Linda in Missouri

Such a WOW quilt! Thanks for posting.

Wow! That's great. I don't have enough stash for that pattern.

Wow lots of work, and a great finished quilt!
I sent you a PM

~Patty

Beautiful, great colors.

Beautiful, and yes it does look like a lot of work.

I love this! You did a great job. Anyone would be glad to receive this for a gift.

That came out great. Love it on the dark background! Thanks for sharing.

Oh It's fabulous!( I have quilted one before)...it's a beautiful quilt! Great job Sue!

Thank you very much. I did see the one you quilted and it was spectacular. This pattern is just so awesome, cant wait to get it quilted.

Thank you all for your nice comments. And apologies to those I tried PMing suggestions to, I had a heck of time. So for everyone else putting this in their TO-DO's, here are some things I would recommend (for what its worth, LOL)
1.YOU MAY WANT TO SPEND A LITTLE MORE ON THE STABILIZER…they call out “No Show Mesh Stabilizer”. I used what I had on hand and it worked but a bit bulky in certain points. (side note: I bought the “No show mesh stabilizer” from Nancys notions)
2. cut the foundation stabilizer ½” larger than what they are calling out, then trim to size AFTER all your strips on sewn on. ALL stabilizers will shrink up from pressing.
3. don’t use the stabilizer edge as a guide when trimming after strips are sewn on. Use your mat & ruler.
4. pattern calls for ¾”,1”,1-1/4” and 1-1/2” strips, my suggestion here is probably most important tip: don’t use the narrower strips towards the outside of your squares, this causes more bulk you don’t want (in the corners)

HAPPY QUILTING ALL!

I love it. I am loving black these days. Black and bright colors...very nice.

Your quilt is amazing! Just gorgeous with the black! Can I ask if it's an actual pattern? I goggled Diamonds are Forever but it came up with totally different patterns than yours.

OK, Im getting soooooooooo frustrated with this board and trying to reply to PM's and trying to reply to posts using "reply with quote" anyone else having the issues?

Kelly - it is an actual pattern, its in the book "String Quilt Revival" great book. Sorry I tried to reply to your post and it wont let me.

Well crud - now it lets me reply to your post. Thank you for the nice comment. the pattern is in the book "String Quilt Revival" enjoy.

Just wanted to say thanks so much for taking the time to answer questions. It really helps when we are truly interested in making the quilt vs. when we are just being curious. I know.... as quilters we are always curious about how, who, what and why! :) Thanks again and thank you for the inspiration! I found the book on Amazon!

Just gorgeous! Love the colors with the black!

You are so welcome. If I can save someone some frustration, then its worth it to me:) Im glad you found the book, its awesome.

Love it. Really like the blacks as background and the narrow blue border adds a very nice frame around her!

peace

I love your quilt. I'm sure your son will love it too. I hope you post another picture of it after it's quilted.

Wow a beautiful quilt. I won't tackle that at this point in time but maybe in a yr or so. Sue.

Going to order he book. Just love your quilt. Thank you showing the quilt and telling us the name of the quilt.

Your quilt is stunning!! It will go on my list also.

Stunning quilt. I'm sure there's lots of love in there in addition to all the hard work.

Stunning! I love the black in this one! Kudos!

Beautiful!!!!

WOW it came out great and I love the name for a wedding quilt! Thanks for sharing!

Great job on this! Do show us when it is quilted too! :)

I have this book, it is very pretty!

Wow...it's beautiful!! :)

Love it! Sending you a PM for tips and tricks.

What a wonderful quilt!