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denilynne 08-05-2010 04:11 AM

Really cute, thanks for the tute, man i'll never get all these projects done, keep finding more, you guys a awesome.

Peggy 08-05-2010 04:33 AM

What a wonderful pattern! Great for a baby or small child quilt. Thanks for the very clear instructions. Have added them to my favorites folder.

stitchinwitch 08-05-2010 04:35 AM

I NEED to remember this! Thank you so much - your quilt is adorable

silvam 08-05-2010 04:39 AM

Thank you so much - I've been looking for a pattern for my GD the material she picked will really look great I'm going to try this I know she will love it.

katsewnsew 08-05-2010 04:49 AM

Such a simple project and it makes such a beautiful quilt!!! Thanks, will try that out soon!

Linda1 08-05-2010 04:50 AM

I am going to make one like that for my GGD. Your quilt is so pretty.

QuiltingQueen 08-05-2010 04:51 AM

Bookmark! Super Cute!

peabee 08-05-2010 04:59 AM

GREAT IDEA! THANX!

mar32428 08-05-2010 05:23 AM

I have a question. Do the quilts that are finished in 3D catch on things?

tooMuchFabric 08-05-2010 05:39 AM


Originally Posted by mar32428
I have a question. Do the quilts that are finished in 3D catch on things?

Good question.

Would probably depend on how it was used. Those I've seen made like this, and other 3-D quilts with animals on them, etc, were definitely used and displayed, but not really dragged around or left for bigger kids to jump on or animals to chew. But for what I'd call probably normal baby use, even as nap quilts and play mats, they've performed great.

For the most part, these kinds of fancy quilts, even though they are not the most difficult to make, are still conversation pieces, and are used on baby beds; as floor play quilts for the baby; as buggy covers on special dress-up trips like church or visiting; or hung over a rocking chair; or even hung on the wall.

Definitely gift quality.

p.s. They go through the laundry great, too.

KathyKat 08-05-2010 06:19 AM

Love it! Thanks for the tute!

cowgirl 08-05-2010 06:24 AM

I love it! so nice for a baby quilt.

MNM 08-05-2010 06:39 AM

Have been searching all my books and patterns for just the right block for a quilt for my new adopted granddaughter. I think this is it.
Thanks so much for the tute,(my grandkids think that word is very funny) it means something very different to them.
You have made my day.

MNM in Central Calif.

ksea 08-05-2010 07:09 AM

Holy cow that is a beautiful quilt, the tute makes it look so easy, I think I may try to make some 3-D pinsheels tonight

ksea 08-05-2010 07:12 AM


Originally Posted by tooMuchFabric

Originally Posted by mar32428
I have a question. Do the quilts that are finished in 3D catch on things?

Good question.

Would probably depend on how it was used. Those I've seen made like this, and other 3-D quilts with animals on them, etc, were definitely used and displayed, but not really dragged around or left for bigger kids to jump on or animals to chew. But for what I'd call probably normal baby use, even as nap quilts and play mats, they've performed great.

The neo-natal unit at our local hospital love to get quilts that have 3-D effects on them. they call them sensory quilts and the more fabrics that they are made of the better for the baby's stimulation.

For the most part, these kinds of fancy quilts, even though they are not the most difficult to make, are still conversation pieces, and are used on baby beds; as floor play quilts for the baby; as buggy covers on special dress-up trips like church or visiting; or hung over a rocking chair; or even hung on the wall.

Definitely gift quality.

p.s. They go through the laundry great, too.


litacats 08-05-2010 07:13 AM

beautiful oh so beautiful

wendiq 08-05-2010 07:23 AM

Superb tutorial........I'm printing it out now......Thank You :D

4luvuvfabric 08-05-2010 08:11 AM

Fantastic! Can't wait to make one!

carmen4him 08-05-2010 08:17 AM

What perfect timing. I just decided to make a 3D pinwheel baby quilt. Thanks. This looks much easier and a better finish than the one I have. LOL Happy Stitchin

barbb baumgardner 08-05-2010 08:18 AM

This is way too cool! I am hoping to get my small circle of friends (we meet once a month) to do just one square and bring it to our next meeting. I think it would be a quick and easy charity quilt to try. Thank you for the tutorial. It looks easy enough...even for me. :D

Mousie 08-05-2010 09:32 AM

that is one cute quilt and I have made pinwheels for my grandbaby...you know the straw and paper ones.
I bet she'd love these :-D

klgreene 08-05-2010 09:49 AM

I love this group too, I have learned so very much. My heads spinning. Thanks for this tut.

ladyredhawk 08-05-2010 10:30 AM

ty very much i love your quilt

quiltincharlotte 08-05-2010 10:43 AM

WOW! Thanks soooo much! Your quilt is awesome! Love the colors - love it all!!

clem55 08-05-2010 11:14 AM

Made the block sample, ready to start looking for fabric. Thanks for the tute, I thought your quilt was adorable.

GrammaNan 08-05-2010 11:24 AM

I am getting started on one this afternoon. I love this idea. Thanks again for sharing and providing the tute.

grandme26 08-05-2010 11:42 AM

Thank you. I am learning so much here

MISHNJIM 08-05-2010 02:24 PM

OMG....WAY TOO CUTE!!!!! Going into my "Must Do" piles. LOVE IT :thumbup:

OraLee 08-05-2010 03:24 PM

what size squares did you use?

fran624 08-05-2010 03:50 PM

Wow--what a great tute- real nice
fran

johnniek 08-05-2010 03:51 PM

LOVE IT,AND REALLY LOOKS EASY ONCE YOU WOULD REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR PINWHEELS GOING THE SAME WAY. ON MY LIST OF TO DO..........

fladack 08-05-2010 04:09 PM

i like this a lot. Thanks!

SewSewGal 08-05-2010 04:29 PM

pinwheels are some of my favorites. this sure will make them simple

Annz 08-05-2010 05:01 PM

Very nice thanks.

SassySewer53 08-05-2010 05:07 PM

Cute! Will give it a try sometime. Love the fabrics.

quiltingranny 08-05-2010 05:18 PM

Wow! That quilt is awesome. I'm going to have to make one of those. I've got to make 3 baby gifts over the next couple of months. Thanks so much for sharing!!!! Aren't quilters wonderful!!!!

tooMuchFabric 08-05-2010 05:32 PM


Originally Posted by OraLee
what size squares did you use?

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In the case of the example, I just grabbed 2 scraps that I had cut for something else and squared them up - I think they were something like 5-1/2" or thereabouts.

In the original pastel quilt, the squares were 6" finished, making 12" finished blocks.

But this is really more of a "method" than a "pattern," so it will work perfectly for any size you wish, including 1/2" finished squares (making 1" square finished blocks)!!!!

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buntcake49 08-05-2010 06:25 PM

This does look very easy. How did you do the top stitching, by stippling or with a pattern. I have grand daughter(?) due in Feb and I would love to do this for her.

Ellie Bunt
Northern California

Sew_Deer 08-05-2010 06:36 PM

OMG - THANK YOU! I have been looking at Pinwheels to finsh one of the Angel Quilts I'm doing. This would be perfect. Does anyone have a Star pattern that resembles a 3D like this? Would like to finish the other one w/stars.

sew-many-things 08-05-2010 06:37 PM

Thank you very much for the tip! The quilt is beautiful! Can't wait to try it! :thumbup:


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