The pattern is Andrew from the book Fat Quarter Baby by It's Sew Emma. (All the quilts in the book have baby names.) It's a great, fun pattern and it goes together quickly. I used a selection of blue fabrics from Island Batik. The background fabric is also Island Batik and I love the swirls; it adds to the ocean feel.
I quilted it with wavy lines to look like ocean waves. For the back, I used a 1-yard flannel cut that I found and had forgotten about. It's boats on an ocean with sea monsters, so I thought it appropriate. Unfortunately, it runs sideways as compared to the top so the ocean wave quilting isn't lined up with the ocean on the back, but I decided that it didn't matter.
This quilt will go to the Charlotte Modern Quilter's Guild 2020 charity project: quilts for the kids who get meals from Friendship Trays. Friendship Trays delivers food to elderly or infirm individuals who can't obtain or prepare their own meals (similar to meals on wheels but without an age limit). Friendship Trays includes delivery to families and it is estimate that at any given time, about 150 children ages 2-5 in the Charlotte metro are among the recipients. I hope Paula would approve.
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| Paula Budinger |
- Lorna, Sew Fresh Quilts, $50 gift certificate for her pattern shop.
- Yvonne Quilting Jetgirl, 2 PDF patterns of choice.
- Bernie Needle and Foot, $25 certificate for her shop.
- A fat quarter bundle from Figo Fabrics
- A set of quilty gift cards from Initial Thought by DMF Note cards set 1
- A pattern of choice from Karen, Sugar Free Quilts
- A $30 gift certificate for Doris, Cactus Queen Quilt Co
- A PDF pattern of choice from Joanne, www.etsy.com/shop/
CanuckQuilterDesigns - $25 gift certificate to Fat Quarter Shop (donated by Janice Holton)
Wednesday, May 6
Karen @ KaHolly
Kate @ Smiles From Kate
Wendy @ Pieceful
Thoughts of my Quilting Life
Bernie @ Needle and Foot
Bernie @ Needle and Foot
Sue
@ From the Magpie’s Nest
Thursday, May 7
Kate @ Smiles From Kate
Diann @ Little Penguin Quilts
Rose @ Something Rose Made
Nann @ With Strings Attached
Mari @ The Academic Quilter
Louise @ My Quilt Odyssey
Susan @ Desert Sky Quilts
Friday, May 8
Janice @ Color, Creating and Quilting
Kate @ Smiles From Kate
Joy @ The Joyful Quilter
Susan @ Quilt Fabrication
Edi @ Edi’s Crafting Life
Carol @ Quilt Schmilt
Preeti @ Sew Preeti Qilts
Emily @ The Darling Dogwood --You are here!!
Thursday, May 7
Kate @ Smiles From Kate
Diann @ Little Penguin Quilts
Rose @ Something Rose Made
Nann @ With Strings Attached
Mari @ The Academic Quilter
Louise @ My Quilt Odyssey
Susan @ Desert Sky Quilts
Friday, May 8
Janice @ Color, Creating and Quilting
Kate @ Smiles From Kate
Joy @ The Joyful Quilter
Susan @ Quilt Fabrication
Edi @ Edi’s Crafting Life
Carol @ Quilt Schmilt
Preeti @ Sew Preeti Qilts
Emily @ The Darling Dogwood --You are here!!
Yes, Paula would absolutely approve. Every fabric choice, quilting design and the addition of bubbles is just spot on. I am sure that the kid who receives this darling quilt will be so happy. I am smiling as I type :-)
ReplyDeleteThat quilt is absolutely adorable! What a wonderful way to honor your friend!
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt, it's just darling! I think I might have to look into that book, just for the whales alone!
ReplyDeleteI love this cute quilt! sarahsgiftnship(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteLove this blog hop idea! I didn't follow Paula but wish I had now. Love your whales too!
ReplyDeleteSandy A
The whale quilt is adorable and Paula would appreciate the special cause. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFun quilt, and a nice cause. This hop is a wonderful tribute to a fabulous quilter.
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable quilt! I have that book but have I made anything from it-no:(
ReplyDeleteoooh so very cute...a whale of a wonderful quilt!
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling quilt! And such a good cause.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable quilt! I'm sure Paula would approve and is smiling down on it. Her generous spirit was honored in so many ways this week! Great job!
ReplyDeleteI’m smitten with Andrew! Living in WY, a really long way from any big water, I’m always drawn to sea life, boats, waves and beaches! These cute whales fill the bill! CUTE!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous quilt, I love whales! A fine tribute to Paula!
ReplyDeleteLove those happy whales! Lucky little person to receive that!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful quilt, I absolutely love it, and a perfect design for a little one. What a lucky child to receive it. Paula would love this, she loved children so much. Thank you so much for taking part Emily.
ReplyDeleteThat quilt is SEW adorable!!! No doubt about it, Paula would totally love it. That's an awesome donation!
ReplyDeleteSo cute, both front and back!
ReplyDeleteYou know I love this! It is such a great quilt and a great cause. It is such a sweet way to remember Paula, too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute quilt. I know it will get lots of love. Paula would love it.
ReplyDeleteThose whales are so cute and the backing is adorable!
ReplyDeleteKids of all ages love quilts with living things on them. Yours is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteIt is an adorable quilt and I agree the wavy lines going up and down on the back are just fine. I'm sure whoever receives it will love it!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is darling -- a great way to remember Paula. Nancy A: SewingGranda@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun quilt! I love it! Thanks for honoring Paula!
ReplyDeleteMy son gives hearty approval of your quilt:)
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, Paula would approve! This quilt is delightful--I especially like the patterns on the fabrics which make me think of bubbles.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quilt finish. Love your waves!
ReplyDeleteOh, how cute!
ReplyDeleteEmily it is adorable! And that backing is just perfect. Nice finish!
ReplyDeleteI never knew Paula...but I approve..ha !! It is so adorable.
ReplyDeleteLOVE the whale pattern. I knew Paula B from the RSC.
ReplyDeleteThat is so fun! I really love those whales, your background fabric, and the backing, too. A perfect combination!
ReplyDeleteI am positive Paula would approve. I have that book too but have yet to make a quilt from it. The whales are adorable!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute quilt! Your little whales look so friendly and cuddly, perfect for a child. This is a wonderful donation and a great way to honor Paula's memory :)
ReplyDeleteEmily, this is such a cute quilt. I need to check out that book. What a fun baby gift this would be.
ReplyDeleteLoved reading so many great posts this week. It was a treat. Hope all is well with you!
Your whales are so adorable! Some child will squeal with delight in wrapping themselves up in this beauty. Paula would certainly agree on a perfect donation!
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Your quilt is delightful and will be cherished by a deserving child. I think Paula would be so pleased. I like the meals without an age limit idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute quilt!
ReplyDeleteAwww! So sweet, Emily!!! Love the whales and the waves and the tribute to Paula!!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous quilt, love
ReplyDeletethe colors and design.
Carla from Utah
This is just too sweet. I love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun quilt for a little one. Love those whales! It was always fun to see what Paula was up too. What a great way to remember her.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful quilt! Just perfect for a little cutie and will certainly be loved.
ReplyDeleteMy son's name is Andrew! A cute quilt for a cause! How nice of you to honor Paula, whose blog I read occasionally.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute whale that some little person is going to love! Such a great tribute to someone who was obviously well loved in the quilting world. Wish I had known her! Thank you for the invitation to visit with you.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte isn't that far from me! My son lived and worked there for a while and loved it. I visited him several times and thought it was a great city. The whale quilt is such a great child's design and I know the child who receives it will be thrilled. Paula would definitely give this her stamp of approval!
ReplyDeleteYour whale quilt is very cute and children will never notice the change in orientation on the back. A lovely way to honor a generous and caring fellow quilter and a worthy cause to donate to.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a wonderful idea. It is so inspiring--who among us isn't thinking about whether we are living in such a way that our passing would lead others to do acts of kindness and charity, thinking, "That's just like her"?
ReplyDeleteEmily! This quilt is very very cute!!! What a fantastic quilt that will be instantly LOVED by the one who gets it!
ReplyDeleteLove it! :-)
Great quilt!!!
ReplyDeleteAn adorable quilt
ReplyDeleteVery cute quilt!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute quilt. So sorry about Paula.
ReplyDeleteThat's such a fun quilt. How serendipitous that you had boat-themed fabric for the backing. That organization providing meals to families without age limits sounds like a very worthwhile cause.
ReplyDeleteWhew! Finally made it around to everybody's blog posts for Paula's memorial with one day to spare. Emily, thank you so much for taking part in this wonderful event and your quilt is ADORABLE!! Perfect backing and perfect quilting. You hit it out of the ballpark and Paula would be pleased. The Charlotte Quilters Guild is lucky to have this donation!
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