Still Working On This - What's Under My Needle
 

I have been working on this for months, off and on. I don't seem to want to put in the time but it is nearing the finish. I will add borders (of sorts) on the remaining sides, and quilt. This is quilt as you go, so that is a good thing. Really no pattern, just putting together fabrics. No where near as beautiful as the other photos I see here but I am ok with that too.

It is reversible so will be post both sides. Ok, it is a queen size or close to it (right now it is about 88 inches square, not quite but close). I am not even thinking about adding a lot to it.

I hope the white balances all that mess a little. I don't to get a headache looking at it.

Just showing that I do actually sew sometimes...not just use my air fryer!! LOL.

I may end up taking a break from quilting/sewing after this one. I think I am ready for a change of pace.

OH I like that. both sides. great idea!

looking good

I usually get a comment like that's interesting. So thank you for that.

I like it a lot. I like the randomness of it.

I really like that!! Very modern looking. Great project.

You are right in that the white fabric really helps make this quilt stand out. Both sides are wonderful (even though you did not have a pattern) and look very modern which seems to be very "in" now. I like it a lot! What a great job you did on it. I hope you will use it or gift it because it would be a shame to have it sit in a closet. Oh and I love the colors and fabrics you used. Were they all from your stash?

I think it looks great. Your quilt reminds me of the Gees Bend quilts. I enjoy improv quilting. There's no pressure about what goes where and in the end you have a unique and beautiful quilt.

Very restful and soft in color!

I like that! I'm liking the modern quilts more and more and that definitely has a modern "feel" to it. :thumbup:

No worry..it will be gifted. Not big on closet quilts. No closet space anyway.

I am always ready to say bye to a quilt.

Pretty modern quilt.

Looks great! But I'm really envious of having that much open floor space!

really pretty quilt. Nothing under my needle at the moment. Love your colors.

What is not to like about your quilt? I think both sides are interesting and I also think the use of white gives a softening look to your quilt. I hope you won't take too long a break from sewing and quilting. Keep going on this one; it is just about finished.

Good work. Don't go too far away, maybe you'll get some more inspiration.

I like the modern look too. It will feel good when you're done with it!

I'm getting close to finishing one up too. It is so hard to do the last few step to complete it. Especially when it is a big one like this. But it will be so worth it when it is done. Yours is lovely, original,and well designed. It is a quilt to be proud of and show off with pride whenever you can. Great work!

My house is kind of crazy...the laundry area is right off the space you are seeing...on the other side is our dining table (very casual style). In between is the space you see with the ceramic tiles....I love the tiles because they can be used to measure. I use them all the time for that. But really it is wasted space other than the measuring.

When we decide to move, I hope I end up with tile floor again....cause I know unless it is in there right off the bat, it is not going to happen, if you know what I mean.

too sweet....and I'll get it done. Right now, I am trying to take care of decluttering the closet. He painted and everything came out....What a stinking mess.

I'm sure I will end up back to quilting...I do love to sew.

I am always seeing posts about how to get started building a stash....I always want to scream...make sure you included solids in your purchases. So easy to pick up prints, prints, and more prints. But I always end up having to purchase more solids...

Great modern look.

It's really nice.

I love that! Your choice of colors and the overall design gives this quilt a very modern feel.

It looks like you're using a quilt as you go technique that doesn't have visible joins, which I like better than the way I know to do it. Could you describe your technique?

Rob

I pretty much use this technique all the time. Sometimes I have resorted to the sash joins but mostly stick with this. It is from Kaye Wood's 6 hour quilt video/book. The difference is I don't use a serger as she does in her video, or really follow the pattern like she does.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOTV-YSF-48
Someone said they didn't like the thick seams this created, but I always topstitch on those long seams anyway just to make sure it is secure.

I am happy with being able to quilt using this technique, but it is still a long process.

I had to buy more white but pretty much came from what I have in my closet. The same fabrics pop up over and over in
other quilts/projects.

I like the collection of fabrics you have in your quilt...keep up the good work...it always feels good to have one completed.

I am going to try a QAYG one day soon. I hope mine turns out well also.

I like the thinking out of the box. You should be proud of the end result. I find if I work on a quilt too long I really hate it, especially a scrappy one. Our local library encourages quilters to bring in quilts to hang so they can be enjoyed by patrons. I've surprised myself several times seeing it hanging and saying wow that did come out good. I also enjoy seeing all the different styles of quilters take on things. When I first started a scrappy my teacher told me to put all the pieces into a bag and sew what you grab, I thought she was nuts but it works for me. Keep on sewing your way.

Oh dear, there was no design.....if any design at all, it was just making sure I used the white to balance all the color/prints. But thank you for the compliments!

I have been quilting for a while and I believe it has taken its toll. But since I am not under a real time constraint with this one, I only worked on it off and on.

Maybe after my break, I will tackle a different more structured type of quilt, like log cabin, or something, with no particular time frame in mind. Maybe.

Hope you get a chance to check out her tutorial, and then use the basics of it to create your own style.

I think that your quilt is very unique and interesting too. I like the soft colors a lot.

Thank you..

Beautiful quilt!

It will look awesome...

Now, finally, a quilt I can relate to. LOVE it! I am always happiest when I am just putting a serendipitous quilt together. This is awesome. Don't stop now!

I think it's beautiful! Not modern - just an old fashioned quilt made with scraps - who cares if they ARE scraps or aren't scraps. I'd be so proud to put that on my bed.