in the Quilting Studio, no. 21

I can’t wait to show you these amazing quilts that I’ve had the pleasure of quilting recently! They span the gamut from modern to traditional. This time every one is quilted with an all-over design and several finished soft and cuddly. It’s good to realize that you don’t have to splurge on custom quilting or opt for dense quilting in order to achieve a beautiful finish.

Come see!

Nautical Patches by Yvonne S.

This classic patchwork quilt arrived with a serene nautical vibe, thanks to the simple patchwork style and repetitive fabrics. It deserved something equally soft and dreamy, so I suggested the Curls Allover quilting pattern. Here it reads as swirling sea waves!

Curls Allover is a special edge-to-edge quilting pattern without visible repeats. It looks like free motion quilting because it was created via a free motion process. I scaled up the pattern so that the quilt would remain soft and cuddly, as per Yvonne’s wishes. The soothing colors of the patchwork combined with the organic waves really make for a special finish.

Ombre Gems by Margaret B.

Anything sewn with Confetti Ombre fabrics gets me, but this one is also super rainbow! Love. The pattern is Ombre Gems by Quilty Love.

I suggested the sparkle quilting motif. It suits the angular patchwork and softly modern fabrics.

Like many of my clients, Margaret requested “medium” quilting density. I’d say this pattern is quilted on the “open” side of medium. I felt the patchwork style could support a bigger quilting motif and was confident that Margaret would love the soft, fluffy texture that results.

And she does - yay!

Modern Sampler by Kerstin Böttger

A sampler quilt composed of traditional blocks can feel quite modern when created in a limited color scheme with lots of solids. Take, for example, Kerstin’s project from the quilt-along 6 Köpfe 12 Blöcke (German language).

Of course, the fact that the blocks are of different sizes with a non-grid layout also gives it a fresh look!

I suggested pineapple skin quilting with a medium gray thread. The regular grid of the quilting is a nice contrast to the airy and irregular placement of the patchwork blocks.

Psst - and look at her backing fabric! I know I’m a broken record about ombre confetti fabrics. I need to make another quilt with them before they become hard to get.

Grandmother’s Garden by Neline Roos

Ok, I’ve saved a really special one for last! Before we proceed, please note the amazing smalls size of these hexagon flowers. I mean - wow! Those hexies have miniature 3/4” edges. Can you imagine? Such a labor of love.

I felt quite honored to be asked to longarm quilt this classic Grandmother’s Flower Garden hexagon quilt. It’s so graceful and so special. I couldn’t wait to share it with you!

The hexagon log-cabin style center and corners are also traditional elements for hexagon patchwork. So pretty, don’t you think?

And remember, Neline sewed every one of these hexagons by hand. Astounding!

Honestly, the patchwork is so special that my instinct was to choose quilting that would get out of the way. Neline wanted flowers, which is fitting, but none of my quilting patterns felt quite right for this project, in my opinion. I searched online until I found a digital quilting pattern that has gentle leaves and meandering flowers. Neline loves it! The pattern shows up nicely on the cream border and backing, while fading into the background over the flowers themselves.

I so enjoy offering Longarm Quilting services and collaborating with your beautiful projects. Thanks to all of you, who have entrusted me with your quilts.

Now that I live in the Netherlands, I only offer quilting for residents of the European Union (and the United Kingdom). I’m also open to quilting for other nearby countries, but we have to discuss the logistics of customs. If you live hereabouts, do be in touch! I’d love to help you finish your project with a lovely background texture or modern custom quilting.