I'm a big fan of "plus" quilts. I've done two baby quilts with plus blocks (here and here), and I wanted plus quilts for the bunk beds at the island. I started searching for the perfect pattern about a year ago and found this on Pinterest. Many of the commenters asked if there was a pattern for this quilt, but I didn't see one and unfortunately, clicking on the patterns tab on that blog led to an Error 404.
So I took out my graph paper book and attempted to replicate it as best I could. I went with 3" squares in blues, greens and greys. The finished size is about 80" x 70".
The backing is a blue Connecting Threads print. I didn't have quite enough of it so I added a print I've had in my stash forever. And the binding is a scrappy bunch of leftover strips from other quilts in the same colours as the top.
I went with a soft meander in a light grey thread for the quilting.
I took these pictures after washing the quilt. I just love the nice crinkly look.
I already started working on the other quilt which will go on the second bed and with any luck, both beds will go on a boat ride in early May.
This is project number 3 on my FAL list for Q1. I will also link up at Crazy Mom Quilts for Finish It Up Friday and at Anja Quilts for TGIFF.
So I took out my graph paper book and attempted to replicate it as best I could. I went with 3" squares in blues, greens and greys. The finished size is about 80" x 70".
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| Can you see the booboo I made? |
The backing is a blue Connecting Threads print. I didn't have quite enough of it so I added a print I've had in my stash forever. And the binding is a scrappy bunch of leftover strips from other quilts in the same colours as the top.
I went with a soft meander in a light grey thread for the quilting.
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| How cute are these little ducklings?! |
I already started working on the other quilt which will go on the second bed and with any luck, both beds will go on a boat ride in early May.
This is project number 3 on my FAL list for Q1. I will also link up at Crazy Mom Quilts for Finish It Up Friday and at Anja Quilts for TGIFF.
I love the Tetris feel of this quilt, such an original take on the plus quilt layout! And your colors are right up my alley, I love cool colors like blue and green. :)
ReplyDeleteI love your layout! I have been thinking of making a plus quilt because it gives a chance to show off favorite fabrics, and your quilt makes me even more inclined to make one. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI just love the modern feel to this quilt. A plus quilt is on my to do list. The quilting is amazing!
ReplyDeleteLove!!! I've been meaning to tackle a Plus Quilt, they just look so bold and graphic. Can't wait to see the second one you have in the making ;)
ReplyDeleteI love Plus Quilts. Those squares look bigger than 3" from the pictures. Looks wonderful with all of it's crinkly goodness.
ReplyDeleteWho doesn't love a good plus quilt?! Beautiful choice of colors too!
ReplyDeleteI love the deconstructed feel of this plus quilt; way to go for making this after finding there was no pattern!
ReplyDeleteGreat plus quilt! Love the colors you used.
ReplyDeleteLove this version of a plus quilt!
ReplyDeleteI love this! You should create a pattern now that you've done the math. The backing is a great print. Thanks for linking up with TGIFF @ Anja Quilts.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! I love the gradation of colour.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great! I'll post it on the FAL fb page.
ReplyDeleteLooks so cool with the color fall like that! I have that same backing fabric - sort of love it too!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI love Plus quilts too and your version is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteI love a plus quilt, too! (I'm also in learning & development!) All your FAL finishes are great!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! The little boo boo just adds to the charm. Good for you for leaving it!
ReplyDeleteThats a great quilt! Congratulations on the finish, enjoy working on the next one. And it appears I am not the only one to say - I love plus quilts, too :)
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