Blocks complete. Now it's time to sew the top toge Blocks complete. Now it's time to sew the top together. Look for this fun new quilt pattern coming soon from @sewhookedontreasures!

#holidaytrimmingsquilt #quiltpatterntester #patchworksampler
Fun fabric pull to test the lovely #holidaytrimmin Fun fabric pull to test the lovely #holidaytrimmingsquilt by Shereece @sewhookedontreasures. 

Does the new Hustle and Bustle fabric by @official_basicgrey on a Grunge Hits the Spot background put you in the holiday spirit?
This is my most recent finish. I stitched the last This is my most recent finish. I stitched the last bit of binding just about a half hour ago! I love the fabrics in this quilt and they were just random fabrics from my stash. The pattern is #theellaquilt by @kitchentablequilting. I may have to hang this in my family room until it finds a new home.

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day14 #patchworksampler
Today's prompt is pressing matters. I love flat bl Today's prompt is pressing matters. I love flat blocks and these three items are my essentials for achieving that: white fluffy bath towel, cheap Black & Decker iron that steams like crazy, and a Jackson's Woodworks square clapper.

I have a wool pressing mat, but I like the bath towel better. It has enough nap to "grab" the fabrics for a super flat press and it can be tossed in the washer and dryer. 

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day12 #patchworksampler
One of my cherished quilts is one I didn't make. T One of my cherished quilts is one I didn't make. This album quilt was made by members of a club I ran for many years when I had a brick and mortar shop. Several members continued to meet in my home monthly until COVID hit. 

It is special to me because it is a reminder of what is important; the friendships, camaraderie, and encouragement that developed within the group. 

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day9 #patchworksampler
This super scrappy quilt is one of my favorites fo This super scrappy quilt is one of my favorites for a couple of reasons. First it is proof that any fabric works when you cut it small enough and second I pieced it on a little mini retreat with a couple of friends. The pattern is Rectangle Wrangle by Bonnie Hunter.

I love, love, love scrap quilts, the more fabrics the better, and that's how I justify buying all the fabric I do.

This particular quilt was chosen for today's prompt because tomorrow it will be on its way to Poland along with nine others from my "quilt room" (see day 3 prompt).

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day8 #patchworksampler #scrapquilt
Lesson learned. I could write a book on all the th Lesson learned. I could write a book on all the things I've learned through quilting, but one I can't seem to get through my head is that I don't like foundation piecing, paper piecing, or hand piecing.  Slow stitching is a concept I can't wrap my head around.

This String Spiderweb was started at a retreat so I jumped on the bandwagon without thinking it through. I have a bunch of these units made but no interest in continuing. As I was snapping the photo though, I had an idea. Stay tuned.

Are there quilting techniques or methods you don't enjoy?

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day7 #patchworksampler
I'm not really sure what to say about my quilting I'm not really sure what to say about my quilting origins. No one else in my family was or is a quilter. For some reason my Grandma Ruby had this old quilt top, had it finished, and gave it to me. She didn't make it and I don't know who did, but I still cherish it.

As for me, I walked into a quilt shop in 1988 and the rest is history. My heart still races when I walk into a shop!!

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfest2022day6 #patchworksampler
Why I quilt: 1) Fabric. It is so fun to cut littl Why I quilt: 
1) Fabric. It is so fun to cut little pieces of fabric only to sew them back together and see how the colors and texture work together. 

2) To fill a need. I enjoy donating pretty quilts to those who need them. 

3) Community. Early in my marriage we moved every three years or so. I always found new friends in guilds and classes. It's even easier to connect with other quilters with the internet.

There are many other reasons like fun and creativity, but those are my top three.

#igquiltfest2022 #igquiltfestday5 #patchworksampler
Load More... Follow on Instagram
  • Home
  • Gallery
    • 2021 Quilts
    • 2020 Quilts
    • 2019 Quilts
    • 2018 Quilts
    • 2017 Quilts
    • 2016 Quilts
    • 2015 Quilts
    • 2014 quilts
  • Tutorials-Patterns
  • Tutorials-Techniques
  • Recipes
  • Sunday Meditation
  • About Me

Patchwork Sampler

Make quilts. Use fabric. Have fun.

2016 finish, family, machine quilting, quilting · June 8, 2016

A Beautiful Wedding

This past weekend Jim and I drove to Kansas City for my niece Amanda’s wedding. She had always dreamed about getting married at her Grandma’s hobby farm and that dream became reality on Saturday.  It was a picture perfect day and a lovely wedding.  During my Dad’s retirement he worked countless hours to make this the beautiful property that it is and I’m sure he never imagined that it would make such a gorgeous setting for a wedding.

Amanda Wedding

It was such an honor to share Mr. and Mrs. Derrik Keeton’s special day.  Since we live so far away, we don’t often have an opportunity to get together with all the family.  It was so nice to have some time to catch up with my sisters, nieces and nephews and all their children.  Everyone had so much fun.

A special bride and groom deserve a special quilt so I made them this Labyrinth Walk.

Labryrinth Walk-1

A few weeks ago, Amanda had liked this quilt on Facebook so I scrambled to find the pattern and get it made.  The binding was hand-sewn on the drive to Kansas City, washed at my mom’s house and finished in the nick of time!  Here is a close-up of the quilting detail.

Labryinth Walk quilting

Jim and I drove back to Appleton yesterday and will spend today doing household chores, laundry and re-packing to leave for New England later this afternoon.  Now to dig out another binding stitch during the drive to the airport.

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Related Posts:

  • Monday Motivation: Day One or One Day?
    Monday Motivation: Day One or One Day?
  • Friday Finish: Carpenter's Star Quilt
    Friday Finish: Carpenter's Star Quilt
  • Monday Motivation Week 18, 2020
    Monday Motivation Week 18, 2020
  • March Sewing: Cathedral Squares Quilt
    March Sewing: Cathedral Squares Quilt
  • Sunday Meditation: Are You Grateful?
    Sunday Meditation: Are You Grateful?
  • Sunday Meditation: Mark 12: 28-31
    Sunday Meditation: Mark 12: 28-31

In: 2016 finish, family, machine quilting, quilting · Tagged: 2016 quilts, Labyrinth Walk, machine quilting, wedding

You’ll Also Love

Kinship fabricMonday Motivation: Make a List
Unteraegeri Log Cabin Quilt Finished!
July OMG: More Machine Quilting

Comments

  1. Pat in Appleton says

    June 8, 2016 at 8:08 am

    Oh my goodness, Rhonda … It is beautiful! I, too, lusted for that quilt when I saw it on Facebook. I love how you just whip up an intricate pattern with seemingly no trouble. (Beautiful wedding picture of your niece and her husband.)

  2. Mary Pat says

    June 8, 2016 at 11:10 am

    I must say you are in a whirlwind. Lovely place for a wedding and a beautiful couple with their beautiful quilt. Have so much fun out in New England. I absolutely loved it there. Hope to see you soon….Mary Pat

  3. Susan says

    June 8, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    That is a lovely quilt, for a lovely-looking couple. How lovely that you were able to find what you needed and finish it in time.

Next Post >

June Goal: Winding Ways

Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Subscribe to Patchwork Sampler via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Recent Posts

  • Keeping Track
  • Monday Motivation: A Carefree Summer
  • Wednesday WIP: Sampler Spree Week 5
  • Friday Finish: Cha Cha Cha Runner Plus French Strawberry Cake Recipe
  • Wednesday WIP: Green Sampler Spree Blocks

Archives

Copyright © 2022 Patchwork Sampler · Theme by 17th Avenue