Wow, you all really came out of the woodwork on that last post! It was delightful to explore some new blogs and I hope I didn’t miss anyone.
Don’t you wish everyone wanted to talk about quilts as much as us?
The quilt on the end of my bed received so much attention that I thought it was time I posted it.
It is the first quilt I’ve EVER made for myself back when I did the Value Quilt Quilt-Along using my Value Quilt Tutorial.
I’ve seen the same design recently on blogs as warm/cool. From how I understand it, the same designs work with warm and cool half square triangles, because warm colors appear to move forward and cool colors tend to recede. This contrast makes the design appear, but you still need value or the two triangles will appear blended.
You can learn a little more here.
My value quilt contains a load of larger prints and a high proportion of fabrics that would likely fall under the category of medium value if judged on their own.
Larger prints will generally have a mix of light, medium and dark values, and mediums next to darks or lights will create a less defined line. These two elements created a quilt where the contrast is low, creating a less defined or blended design.
I also turned some squares to make some of the diamonds one color, ignoring value, which skewed the design in some areas.
I love that it showcases my fabric stash, especially since some of these prints are long gone.
But what I wanted to mention, due to all the comments on the last post was the quilting that was done by the fab and artistic Angela Walters (Quilting Is My Therapy). I was able to meet up with Angela last Summer when I was visiting Jacquie. The quilting is dense and amazing. I only wish I would have made the quilt larger.
From the back the quilting really shines.
The flannel back really showcases it nicely. I’m glad I only put a few spare hsts on the back.
I chose this print for the binding and never auditioned or doubted it.
My friend Chara did some headshots for the book and we thought it would be fun for some photos even though it didn’t make the final run.
(photo by Chara Michele Photography)
It’s perfect, in every way. And best of all, It’s mine all mine!
Your quilt is gorgeous and I love the headshot. If that was the one that didn’t make it in then the one you picked must be perfection!
Stunning quilt! And what a beautiful lady to show it off too! Jxo
This quilt is so fun. I like that you twisted some of the HSTs to make the diamond effect. And I have been meaning to comment on the new headshot on the header. Awesome. Yay for red hair!
Thanks for showing yet another way to do those value quilts. I used your tutorial to make 2 and one ended up as a wedding present with 2 coffee mugs and the mug story that we were given when we were married.
I can’t wait to try it again the way you showed it here.
I love the quilt. I am currently quilting a quilt with a flannel back and am having major frustrations. I am experiencing a lot of skipped stitches and thread breakage which I don’t normally get when I free motion quilt. I have tried changing to a larger needle and while it has helped some I am still having skipped stitches….you back a lot of your quilts in flannel, do you have any advice?
I find if quilts are heavy (especially with flannel) and your machine isn’t inlaid into a table it’s the drag that causes the skipped stitches. It happened to me on my large solstice quilt but once I got out from the middle it was fine. Sorry, I’m not much help. Maybe the ladies at your lqs or machine store can help. xo
Beautiful quilt! I love the texture of your quilting. When does your book come out?
I`m sounding repetetive now but I LOVE this quilt…this is my kind of quilt.
Beautiful quilt, and the quilting is lovely. I’m a big fan of visible quilting thread, but I also love how the stitches disappear in flannel, leaving only the texture.
I’m generally not a fan of such dense quilting but this one is amazing. I can’t wait to give a try on the squares and concentric circles you are rockin’ out on your blog!
Your value quilts are so beautiful and awe inspiring. You really have a talent for putting those colors together. Love them!
Completely NON-quilt related: the headshots are lovely! Your natural sparkle really shines through, Katie. Congrats on the book!
That’s our daughter!!! Lovely picture.
Beautiful quilt, beautiful woman! What an exciting time in your life. Go, girl, go!
I love value quilts. Yours is beautiful! and that quilting is gorgeous!
The value quilt I made using your tutorial continues to be one of my favorites. I love that it was pretty much a square from every fabric I had in my stash at the time (plus some from you!) and even now I will get a “mom, do you have any more of that fabric?” once in a while. We love it for many reasons, but it was a very satisfying quilt to make.
I love it. Absolutely love it. I’ve been looking for a great quilt to clear out my beloved scrap box, in a way that I can keep them all around for me to adore. This is fabulous–and I love the full color squares, such charm. It’s almost like an optical illusion–you can see it this way or that way.
I’ll have to keep this out so I can follow your details.
Thank you.
The quilt is really stunning!
wondering . . . did you hold to any rule/theme on your fabric? tried to stay floral or modern, say? or is it truly just a smattering of everything? it all flows so well together and i’m wondering how much of that was planned and how much of it just comes together when you have that many different patterns. or if all of your fabric choices fall into a particular vein, so your scraps all come together. i’ve got an old box of reproduction (civil war-style . . . used for gramdma’s quilts a while back) that i’d love to pull out and drain off, but i’m worried the colors and over-all tone wouldn’t work with the new fabrics that i like.
is that a weird question?
It is all by value, nothing to do with print or color. If you follow the tutorial you should be able to pull it off with your fabrics. Can’t wait to see! xo
the quilt looks gorgeous, you look gorgeous! your new pictures on the blog are wonderful, and i can´t wait for your book!!
What a beautiful quilt. The quilting is absolutely stunning! I think I just put “value quilit” a la Kate on my project list!
I love this quilt! All the colors and patterns are so happy, and the quilting adds so much texture. Beautiful way to show off all your favorite fabrics!
Hello! I love your quilt. I was wondering about the batting..you mentioned using a flannel back? What kind of flannel and what type of batting did you use?
thanks 🙂
A fabulous quilt, quilted by a fabulous quilter. I am going to bookmark this tutorial and see if I can make it work as beautifully as you did!
would love to see it when you do!
Gorgeous quilt and what a lovely photo of you! Your hair is wonderful!
I left a comment earlier, but it isn’t showing..weird!
Anyway, I was wondering about the type of batting you used for this quilt, with the flannel back..
Your quilt is gorgeous and I would love to make a quilt with a cozy flannel back too. Thanks for your help 🙂