Sunday, March 4, 2012

Modern Mini quilt

After being totally inspired by the amazing cover art on CD , I decided make a fabric version to enter into the Modern Mini quilt challenge at Ellison lane Quilts - you can read more about the process here and here.  
 Well it is all done now and I am so happy with the results. I haven’t really tried wonky/liberated piecing before so this was something new for me as I wanted to keep it looking a bit “abstract” and not too perfect. The slightly organic not-so-straight line quilting adds to the overall effect:
I quilted it in a squarish spiral using a different coloured thread for each block.....
These quilting lines are only 1/4 inch apart !
 And the black backing was perfect to show off the coloured variegated threads on the back.
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 This mini quilt is 26 inches along each side and I didn’t have to buy any fabric, batting or thread at all to make this quilt so it has been a really great stash buster too:) I really love this mini and have thoroughly enjoyed the process of making it.
Modern Mini Challenge
Linking to the Modern Mini Challenge at Ellison Lane Quilts, Sew Modern Monday at Canoe Ridge creations, to Fabric Tuesday at Quiltstory and to LIttle quilt Monday with Elizabeth at Pieceful Life(buttons in sidebar).
Kirsten.
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33 comments:

  1. DebbieMarch 4, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Your quilt is just stunning - so unusual and beautiful. Love your quilting - just takes it to another lever! Very cool!!

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  2. Jill Dorsey || Made with MoxieMarch 4, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    Awesome! I love the quilting effect. Nice spirals, too. They remind me of Fibronnocis.

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  3. Mrs Flying Blind...March 4, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    Good luck!!

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  4. Teje KarjalainenMarch 4, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    Hi Kirsten! Oh, that is an inspiration! I love you mini quilt and how you took the idea from that cover! You have done so good work, I love every detail! x Teje

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  5. Jess @ Elven Garden QuiltsMarch 4, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    This is sensational Kirsten - honestly one of the best entries in my humble opinion. I would so love to see you win one of the prizes, it totally deserves it.

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  6. www.bedroomchecker.comMarch 4, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    I like this post, Thanks for sharing

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  7. Katy CameronMarch 4, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    It looks fab, and just love the quilting on it. Good luck!

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  8. Two Little Aussie BirdsMarch 4, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    Awesome Quilt - good luck in the competition!

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  9. AnnabellaMarch 4, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    Good luck Kirsten - love the variegated quilting!

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  10. UnknownMarch 5, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Your quilt is fabulous. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  11. DeeMarch 5, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Absolutely stunning! what a fun inspiration and your quilting is amazing!

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  12. NikkiMarch 5, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    wow your quilt looks amazing - good luck :)

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  13. elizabethMarch 5, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Your quilting is outstanding, and the quilt is beautiful : )

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  14. Alexis DeiseMarch 5, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    This is absolutely beautiful!

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  15. Hitch and ThreadMarch 5, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Love it! Great colours too.

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  16. amyMarch 5, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    visiting from lily's quilts - LOVE your mini!!

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  17. Lucy | Charm About YouMarch 5, 2012 at 11:12 PM

    Fantastic! The quilting looks amazing :)

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  18. tusenMarch 6, 2012 at 4:21 AM

    The cover art is a great inspiration piece. Your quilt looks wonderful.

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  19. www.randomthoughtsdoordi.comMarch 6, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    Wow wow. This is fabulous and the quilting is great

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  20. felicityMarch 6, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Your interpretation of the CD cover art is fantastic! Love this!

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  21. Simone de KlerkMarch 6, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    Beautiful! Love the variegated thread you used. Back could be front!

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  22. Canadian AbroadMarch 6, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    I told you I loved this before and I still love it. I think it is totally inspired and a great entry for the contest!

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  23. CarlaMarch 6, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Such an amazing quilt! Love your choice of color placement and lots of movement. Good luck!

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  24. Sue DaurioMarch 6, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    Wow that is awesome!!! Love the colors and the way the back looks with the quilting is fantastic.

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  25. ktquiltsMarch 7, 2012 at 4:04 AM

    Beautiful! Way to go making that quilt happen from an inspiration!

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  26. Josée CarrierMarch 7, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Love the design! Love the colors! Good Luck!

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  27. SaraMarch 7, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Absolutely stunning job!!! The quilting jsut goes right along with its uniqueness---A PLUS!

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  28. SusanMarch 7, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    How did you not get into the final with this beauty? It's fabulous!

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  29. AZ SmurfetteMarch 10, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    WOW! AWESOME! I saw this on a link and knew it was the Goyte cover! Wow! Fabulous work!

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  30. Finding FifthMarch 10, 2012 at 6:46 AM

    This is a project to be very proud of.

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  31. KatherineMarch 20, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    Wow, Kirsten. This mini is so gorgeous! I love the colour, the design and your quilting.

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  32. ShaunaMarch 27, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    What a beautiful quilt! The quilting is amazing too!

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  33. Rachel at Stitched in ColorMarch 27, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Beautiful work!

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