There are 131 different prints in this piece which is 12" x 12". Each little square finishes at 1" and the center medallion is 4" x 4". Wendy hand quilted the center piece and then machine pieced diagonal lines going into a V on all four sides.
The backing fabric is super cute, it looks to be inspired from a vintage crazy quilt.
The piece fits exactly onto a little stand I have on my antique sideboard. It's the perfect place to display this. The center medallion has been hand quilted and its the perfect center motif. I don't have an eagle on any quilts that I own. Now I do!
With a big fresh pink peony beside it, the pinks just pop.
Whoever thinks civil war prints are dull and drab just haven't seen what can be done with them. The bright chrome yellows, the double pinks, the purples and greens all play so nicely with each other and really shine.
And to top it all off, Wendy enclosed a goodie package, I know these will come in handy when making more 4 patches for a future project.
Lucky me, that I get to enjoy this piece for years to come. Thank you Wendy!
If you haven't participated in a swap, I would encourage you to give it a try. There are many going on all the time, just find one that suits your preferences and give it your best, you just might get something back that will thrill you!
Thanks for stopping by,
Sharon
15 comments:
WOW!! This quilt is gorgeous...a definite work of Art!! Lucky YOU...yes, Wendy is VERY generous and sew darn thoughtful!
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what a lovely doll quilt you received!
I wish I could smell your peony
WOW! Perfect center motif. Wendy has certainly raised the bar for me..this is my first swap but so glad I jumped on board.
Thanks for sharing, Sharon
Wendy has made a beautiful little quilt! And hand-quilting too. Lucky you! And your peony is gorgeous too.
What an adorable little quilt.
What an incredible quilt. What a collection of fabrics.
I either have a piece or have had a piece like the center medallion in this doll quilt. Good use for it.
What a super sweet doll quilt! Using that wonderful print for the center is perfect.
Wow, it's gorgeous! Your peony really does make the pinks pop. I was stunned and thrilled by the one I received as well. Lori did a great job taking care of the details!
Lucky you! Beautiful little quilt and you have just the hanger for it.
Love that quilt! Especially that eagle in the center!
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What a lovely surprise and I like how well you described the quilt. Aren't we all so lucky to participate in the exchange?
Wendy sure mixed in a great variety from her repro stash - what a treat to have!
Glad you like it. It was a lot of fun to make!
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