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Home / Finished Quilts / Double-Trouble Restitch Quilt

Double-Trouble Restitch Quilt

October 4, 2016 By Katie

sew katie did | Seattle quilting workshops and studio | double-trouble quiltSo I kind of reincarnated this quilt.  It really is the original Scrappalicious Double-Trouble quilt I finished up in 2013.  I provided a blog post around the same time featuring only a few of the wonderful design layouts you can create with this improvisational quilt block.  I am always amazed when I look around at the design walls in this workshop and see the amazing designs people create with such a simple block.

sew katie did | Seattle Modern Quilting Studio and Workshops | Double-Trouble QuiltTo remake this quilt I took out all the quilting, removed three seams, switched around some rows, and sewed it back together.  I know, a little crazy.  Some things take more then one try to deliver favorable results.  It’s a little wonky around the edges and one row too long, but better in my opinion.

It just kept telling me it needed simple straight lines, but I guess almost all my quilts do now a days.

sew katie did | Seattle Modern Quilting Workshops and Sewing Studio | Double-Trouble QuiltThe thing about quilting or practicing any art is sometimes the finish is so satisfying, and sometimes…well, it’s just kind of ‘meh.’  But all these finishes lead to the next great idea.  Besides discovering that I should never remove quilting ever ever ever again, I learned a couple of new things.  One, I don’t think the imprint from the long arm quilting will ever really dissipate, and two, any quilting that has sharp points to it creates really tiny stitches at the turn that are strong and difficult to remove, even with my Quick Seam Ripper.

Sew Katie Did | Seattle Modern Quilting Workshops and Sewing Studio | Double-Trouble QuiltWhat I do know is that I still love myself a scrap quilt.  Every little bitty one;)  You can see more of this block if you want, I’ve collected some of those images here.

sew katie did | Seattle Modern Quilting Studio and Workshops | Double-Trouble QuiltHappy week Peeps!

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  1. Pam says

    October 4, 2016 at 10:06 am

    Love the new layout and the scrappy look!

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 6:07 am

      Thanks:) It works better in my head with this layout.

  2. Charlotta Norby says

    October 4, 2016 at 11:14 am

    It’s an amazing quilt. But I would NEVER take out quilting! I’d sooner make an entirely new quilt! LOL

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 6:09 am

      I thought about making a new quilt, but since I wasn’t fond of it as is why not try something never done. Sure learned my lesson:)

  3. Tamie says

    October 4, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    Love this quilt Katie. Haven’t gotten to work on my class project since I’ve been back and now we are evacuating for Hurricane Matthew. Maybe I’ll get to sew again sometime soon.

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 6:19 am

      My brother was sending me video from the coast. Hope you get a chance soon, it was really fun to have you and your daughter in a workshop:)

  4. claire says

    October 4, 2016 at 9:41 pm

    The quilt is beautiful, especially against that blue wall. I can’t imagine removing quilting except for the eyelashes that are too loose to hold (and they come out easily).

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 6:21 am

      I love the term use of eyelashes;) I use wink and nod sometimes when talking about scale in quilting;)

  5. nadine donovan says

    October 5, 2016 at 7:12 am

    Oh my gosh-I really love this quilt! You did such a nice job. I love all things scrappy. I love these quilts because they look so inviting to wrap up in.

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 6:22 am

      Oh thanks! It is snuggly for a miniature person. Would love to see a larger creation in the design.

  6. Pat S says

    October 6, 2016 at 4:48 am

    I’m with Charlotta! I might take out a seam, but NEVER an entire quilt. That said, it’s really cool!

  7. Vicky says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:49 am

    I can’t believe you de-quilted the entire quilt. That’s dedication! I love how it’s a scrappy quilt, but the fabrics still look so composed.

    • Katie says

      October 7, 2016 at 7:21 am

      Love the term de-quilted! I just discovered your quilts and they are all so happy.

  8. Katie says

    October 7, 2016 at 7:19 am

    Crazy I know:) I love the way it turned out too! Thanks for stopping by.

  9. Robby H says

    October 7, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    Count me among those who couldn’t imagine ripping out that quilting, but by gosh you were right. I absolutely love this quilt. I know part of it is that your color choices really are the kind of thing I’m drawn to, but the block is a clever bit, and well set. Now. Is the block a pattern you have for sale? This is just the sort of project I need to offset the cold dark days that are closing in on us.

    • Katie says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:40 am

      Hi Robby, You can find the instructions for making the block in my book Quilting Modern. Should brighten your winter;)

  10. katekwiltz says

    October 11, 2016 at 10:16 am

    Love the quilt, but OMG, what’s the name of the paint you used for your wall color? It’s gorgeous!

    • Katie says

      October 13, 2016 at 7:51 am

      It is such a great color and really changes through out the day. It’s called Pure Periwinkle. I can’t remember the maker, but I’m sure you can google it;)

  11. Rachel at Stitched in Color says

    October 14, 2016 at 9:39 am

    That’s so interesting, Katie. Kudos to you for pushing through with that un-quilting. i-yi-yi! Thanks for sharing what you learned. The new finish is certainly a WOW, especially on that lovely blue wall.

    • Katie says

      October 16, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      Thanks Rachel. I didn’t know what I was getting into and would never do it again;)

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