This project I've been seeing all over the Internet, but I have actually been doing rag quilts for many years with blue jeans. Rag quilts work so wonderful for boys beds because they are so durable, that I love to make them for my boys. Well, my daughter needed a quilt for the fair this year, as she had signed up for quilting in 4-H. I thought this would be a quicker project for her to be able to complete.
My daughter is 11 and likes to sew, but only for a time. Getting big projects done is difficult, especially if she has to rip things out several times. She's not as particular as I am, but I grew up learning that if you sew, you make it right.
I think the best tutorial for doing this project is over at Creations by Kara. I don't think it is necessary to go through making a mini quilt of this, but it may be just me that doesn't like to do things twice. I don't try out dress patterns either. The only change that I did was make this quilt more rectangular by adding an extra row. You'll notice how her quilt ends up being a little more square than mine. I just like to have my quilts in the rectangle size.
Don't you think my daughter did a wonderful job on this? I can't wait to bring the new baby home with this blanket! She got a blue ribbon on her creation at the fair! I am so proud!
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Wow, she did an amazing job! I love how the quilt turned out. Thanks for letting me know you used my tutorial. It's always fun to see that people are actually using my ideas! :)
ReplyDeleteA talent in the making! That little one has some serious beautiful quilts in her future.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter did a very good job. She should be very proud of herself.
ReplyDeleteI have made one rag quilt of a Christmas tree and I love it. This one is so sweet. Nice job.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Jeanne
Great job - the chillier temps and your pretty quilt make me want to snuggle! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love it!She did a totally awesome job! (way better than some adults!!) I would love it if you would be willing to put in up at my linky party!
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should I prewash the fannel before cutting it out?
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