Two years (or possibly more) in the making and ‘Anything Goes’ is finally done.
I’m pretty pleased. I played with this design originally for the book’s log cabin chapter, but it also could have been included in the strip piecing chapter.
Its final construction is pieced together utilizing what we refer to as ‘paneling’ in the book.
I think going with the stick straight lines worked.
The simple quilting allowed the design to shine.
The binding is a perfect finishing touch. It needed the bold frame of the purple, but I wanted to finish the squares that floated off the edge of the quilt with some pieced binding.
For the back?
Leftovers and flannel…
equals L-O-V-E.
I think I might like the back better than the front.
Just need to finish up Psychedelic Baby and I’m ready for my exhibit next month.
Speaking of which….my quilts (book and beyond) will be on display at Island Quilter on Vashon Island the month of May. The reception and book signing is on the first Friday Art Walk, May 4th from 6-9pm. I would love it if you would attend!
Great opportunity to drop some dime at an incredible fabric store too.
Hope to see you there.
Heather says
Love it! In particular the pieced binding sections to finish off those floating squares. A perfect touch.
Sew Katie Did says
Thanks! You’ve got some nice work on your site. Blogger doesn’t let me comment for some reason.
Donna Hinton says
Floating squares! Since I love simplicity, and many quilts are just too busy for my eye to enjoy, I love this idea!
nicke says
i love this so much katie! i love the back almost as much as the front!
Ickleed says
This is fabulous. Just wondering whether your book will be availbale in the UK? When I have logged onto Amazon I am directed to the US site. I have loved looking at your work in your quilts section, and you have inspired me to have another go at quilting…..starting small! I am an old fashioned girl however, and still prefer paper and print….and the smell of a new book!
Sew Katie Did says
I would imagine you could ask a quilt/fabric store to order you one. Their distributors should have books to order. Good luck!
Sew Katie Did says
found it on amazon uk:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1596683872/ref=s9_simh_gw_p14_d4_g14_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1DSTXSZD92VWJ5N8X2EJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=467128533&pf_rd_i=468294
knitty34 says
I really love this one Katie! It is pretty and funky all at the same time. I love the use of negative space!
Vicki W says
That’s a really pretty quilt. I especially love the taupe/gray that you used for the background.
Debbie says
This is awesome – I just love the simplicity and the palette. Quilting is just right and don’t you love pieced binding? Now and again it just makes the piece. Looking forward to seeing you at the book signing in Ballard…
Sew Katie Did says
See you there Debbie! Sorry, but blogspot won’t accept my comments, so all I can do is look at your beautiful projects!
elsa says
Love this quilt and what you did with the binding ~ perfect!
Nikki says
I love it, Katie! I think the binding is my favorite part. 🙂
ara jane says
katie, it’s gorgeous! looking forward to seeing it in person.
Jacqueline says
Just received my copy of your book from an Amazon pre-order yesterday, LOVE IT!!! I was so exhausted last night when I got home that I only got to thumb through it before falling asleep. I’m looking forward to savoring more of it tonight!
On another note… would you keep me posted on when/if you will be teaching a Value quilt class this summer. A friend and I would love to fly out (from St Petersburg, Fl) for it. I am fascinated by the process and quilt!
jblacker@tampabay.rr.com
Sew Katie Did says
Oh thanks for the initial review! I’ll add you to my mailing list for classes.
Richard Healey says
I think both front and back are great.
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Katy says
Love this, the quilting is perfect, and I love the floating blocks built into the binding – is the ‘how to’ for this in the new book?
Sew Katie Did says
no, but a similar in the june issue of american patchwork and quilting mag. someday i’ll get around to it.
ladybelle says
What a clever binding!. Love the back
The Modern Home Economist says
This is such an interesting binding. I love that the quilt cover “square” blends into the bind like it is drifting off the quilt. So lovely!
Marit says
Oh how lovely! Your quilting looks amazing, what a great choise.
alidiza says
Inspired!!! The way you placed the patchwork binding to make those blocks float is amazing!
Rachel says
Oh, it’s fabulous! The quilting was just the right touch of texture that’s not distracting. And I also LOVE the back.
cinzia says
I LOVE what you did with the binding! And, yes, the back is fabulous!
Tuolivia says
Your quilt looks absolutely incredible! I love how bits of the squares float into the binding.
Cheryl Arkison says
Awesome binding! Seriously awesome.
Patty Simmons says
Just have to tell you I LOVE your new book! You and Jacquie are amazing designers and it’s great to see how you collaborated. Congratulations!
Sew Katie Did says
Thanks Patty!
crazymomquilts says
what a beauty! i absolutely LOVE how the binding continues scrappy in pieces and parts. so so good!
LJ says
Your quilts are astounding!! Love, love, your quilts. I visited The Quilted Edge and Doodles and Desings and both of those sites won’t let me comment (I’ve been having this problem lately.), but Break Free, Go Bold – that’s something I need.
Pamela Gavin says
FAbulous quilt and I preordered your book! I absolutely love this book and the BEST modern quilting book for 2012! My son even sent me a copy for early Mom’s day. Just wonderful. Any interest in coming to Bakersfield, CA – I am a member of the new BMQG (modern guild) and would love a trunk show or demonstration of how you develop your designs. Fabulous!
Pam