I put the finishing stitches into my Pink Midwest Modern Quilt last night. I love how the absence of a border and the use of white gives it a more modern look – quite a different look to some of my earlier quilts. It was a snap to machine quilt using straight lines on the diagonal.
I am in need of a new hand sewing project so am planning on joining in on Kellie’s quilt-a-long! The Joseph’s Coat/Orange Peel block looks really effective. Now I just need to decide on the colour scheme.
Sarah and I are off to Brisbane tomorrow for the Tournament of Minds Finals so things will be quiet around here over the next week.
Edit: 2012 – You can find the pattern for this quilt here.
Posted by Lisa
broderie says
well done lisa, it looks lovely, very fresh. the orange peel quilt should be gorgeous, i was unlucky enough to be a part of the shop when trish harper’s quilt was stolen along with others at the same time. it was a very difficult time and we all know who did it!!!!
randi says
Oh my goodness, this quilt is beautiful! great work!
Handmade says
Simply Gorgeous – Good Luck with Tournament of the Minds!
suzitee says
Oh Lisa! That quilt is breathtaking! The Amy Butler fabrics look stunning, and the simple quilting design is perfect…I love how you’e photographed it on wicker too…very nice.Have a wonderful time in Brisbane…will be thinking of you 🙂
Linda says
oh my it is sooooo gorgeous! I love it. have fun away girls
Tania says
You’re just have to take the quilt with you! All the best at the Tournament of Minds…!
Tracy says
It is stunning, Lisa…absolutely stunning! I personally don’t like a lot of border and such on quilts, so I really love how you’ve opted for no border here and just simple binding. I also love the diagonally quilting stitching–great choice. The whole things is just a beauty to behold. I think this one is my fave! You are the Quilt Queen, I think! Happy Day :o) ((HUGS))
Michele says
So crisp and fresh looking! And who doesn’t love those fabrics? You made them sing!
Stephanie says
Beautiful. I’m a firm believer in not all quilts need a border! Sometimes you just know when to stop.
soyee says
lovely, just my colours. a border is indeed not always needed.
Terry says
I love your quilt! It’s so beautiful! Your choice of fabrics is amazing!
Aimee says
Another stunning quilt! I love the quilting design – perfect!
CourtneyKeb says
Mmmm that quilt is dreamy!
Bianca Jae Makes Stuff says
Perfect! Perfect! Perfect!
Have a great time in Brisbane xox
crafty things says
Great looking quilt. Good luck for the TOM in Brisbane.
natalie says
what a beautiful job you have done Lisa, Good Luck in Brissy Sarah not that you will need it.
Terriaw says
Wow, Lisa, this turned out so gorgeous! I really love the diagonal line quilting. I agree with you, the quilting and the white make this a lovely modern quilt. Great job!
The Quilt Buddy says
I also love the “borderless” look!
Thimbleanna says
Oh Lisa — it’s gorgeous! I love the fabrics you’ve chosen and your quilting looks just perfect! I’m debating about Kellie’s quiltalong, as I have lots of yoyos for my portable project. I know just the color scheme I’d go with though!
clare's craftroom says
Wow that is beautiful . All the best in Brisbane , take care .
Marcia says
I love how you quilted it. Simple elegance!
Tonya says
The quilt is beautiful! I love how you quilted it on the diagonal, gorgeous!!!
Noelia says
It looks really nice!!! I love it ! 😀
Happy Cottage Quilter says
Oh wow this turned out so beautifully. I love the quilting. I’ve always loved diagonal quilting. It looks really great!
Renee says
Good luck dear Sarah.
xoxox
Katherine says
Oh, my! I love this quilt, Lisa! What a great design to showcase those pretty fabrics and the quilting suits it perfectly. Absolutely delicious looking. :o)
Carrie P. says
Perfection! I think that a quilt doesn’t always need a border and this is one example. Love it.
Simone de Klerk says
What a wonderful quilt!!! Also love the quilting.
Have a great time in Brisbane together with Sarah!
Rumi says
Lovely quilt Lisa! It really doesn’t need a border. Beautiful!
periwinkle says
this is so pretty , good luck with your quilt a long
Dandelion Quilts says
THis is breath taking. I love your choice of quilting, too. LOVE it.
West Michigan Quilter says
What a beautiful quilt. I love the soft colors and that you put in the green corner squares. Really stunning.
Angel.Pearls says
The quilt is really beautiful, and the white parts made it more ‘fresh’.
The Mind-tournament sounds interesting -good luck!! Love/7Eva
LizzieJane says
How beautiful. I just adore the colors. They work so well together.
Have a wonderful time in Brisbane.
x
méri says
Just beautiful, Lisa! Pretty, pretty!
Have a nice week with Sarah!
goldenbird says
Your quilt is so pretty, Lisa. I love the soft colors and those little green squares. Gosh, I would love to wrap myself in that on a cool autumn evening.
Dogwood says
That beautiful colorful quilt look good enough to eat! Really…I love it! Also, lovely display for photo shoot!
Have a nice evening.
Cybele's patch says
What a lovely spring quilt!
Leah (mummy made it) says
That is gorgeous! Been meaning to comment on your blog for ages, you make some lovely things, esp some of your gift wrapping ideas and finishing off touches.
Cathy says
Absolutely beautiful quilt here, and i love the straight line quilting you have done. I’m joining Kellie’s quiltalong too, it will be lovely to see your progress. Have a great time in Brissie xo
Cascade Lily says
Congratulations Lisa, it’s absolutely gorgeous. Hope you and Sarah are enjoying Brisbane 🙂
texmorg says
Lisa your quilt is stunning. I love how it doesn’t have any borders. I hope Sarah went well (I love watching those tournaments.
Linda
The Girl Creative says
That blanket is beautiful. I love Amy Butler. 🙂
I found you via Mod Podge Rocks and I’m adding you to my blogroll. Keep up the great work!
Shannon says
Gorgeous! And I am so jealous that machine quilting comes easy to you. It makes me want to pull my hair out – or at least eat lots and lots of chocolate!
fiberdoodles says
I am so loving this quilt! And the quilting is gorgeous. Good job 😉
Heleen says
LOve love love this quilt! the colors, the stitching it is a beauty!
Soo says
The quilt looks great Lisa! I like the way it looks without a border, enjoy your trip away!
tooznie says
What a beautiful quilt! The little green squares tie it together so nicely!
handmaiden says
Lisa, I like the white border too…….very fresh and contemporary
Peg - Happy In Quilting says
Stunning….
Journeying Five says
Love it! the colors and pattern work well together.
Wendy B says
Love the diagonal parallel quilting….sets it off perfectly!! So simple but stunning. Good luck at the TOM…leave time to visit the quilty shops in Brisvegas!!!
‘o) Wendy B
QuiltedSimple says
Lovely quilt. Very pretty. Have fun on your trip
Kris
Just Jenny says
I love this quilt! I love everything you make! Just wonderful ideas! That is why I gave you an award – go check it out on my blog!
Christy says
What a gorgeous piece of quilt! Congratulations, well done!
bingo~bonnie says
What a beautiful quilt – I love the simplicity of it.. and the simple quilting is perfect. 😉
Happy that I’ve found your blog – I’ve got you in my Google Reader now 😉
Love form Texas! ~bonnie
Corrie says
gorgeous! love the colours, they are my favourites!
Corrie:)
KateKwiltz says
It’s very calming — great colors! Also love that you chose to go borderless. Beautiful finish!
upstateLisa says
Your quilt is beautiful! I like to quilt in straight lines sometimes too but it is slow going!
Mom's Place says
That quilt is gorgeous!!! I just gave you an award!
HOPE says
just found your blog…this quilt is just lovely~! Oh how I love the colors! Very fresh looking.
I ‘ll be back to look around..
Blessings..
HOPE
Rachael Rabbit says
beautiful … just beautiful
May Kristin says
I simply love this quilt!
It’s gorgeous!
K-Sue says
That’s a lot of comments – I agree with all the compliments – it is a fun, sweet, fresh, pretty quilt, and I like the no-border look on this one. Great job! I look forward to hearing about the Tournament of Minds.
Renee says
I forgot to say how much I love the quilt.
Now, for the good part — how did your daughter do. I hope that she had lots of fun.
Love Renee xoxo
Wendy says
This is truly beautiful! Love the soft colors –
Christine says
A beautiful quilt …. love it.
Renee says
You must be very proud of your family. Amazing people. All of you.
Love Renee xoxo
Jenni says
Best of luck with the tournament!
The quilt is so pretty too.
Renee says
Come over for a visit.
xoxoxo
Linda says
Lisa, I’m just starting to catch up on blogs. Your quilt is just gorgeous, I love how you quilted it and yes the no border really makes it pop.
Maree: says
WOW.!! I Love this Quilt…it is Gorgeous….Love the NO Border too…very Effective..
cheers
Jenny says
Quite stunning and subtle just lovely!
jacquie says
love the quilting on this!! great finish.