I have been making a series of memory quilts using my father's shirts. When my dad passed away four years ago, I took all of his plaid and striped sport shirts with the intention of making quilts for his children (my sisters and me) and grandchildren (two grandsons & two granddaughters). It has taken me a few years, but I've made quilts for everyone but myself. I added the final border to quilt number six today.
The center of the quilt is a Carpenter's Wheel block with a nautical-themed antique map as the neutral fabric. I used the same arrangement for quilt number five.
After making 4 of these HST zig-zag borders, I've got the process streamlined. I still love zig-zag borders, I just don't think I want to make any for awhile!
Like quilt number five, this one also has a sand dollar print border, but in a darker shade of blue. Quilts five and six are for my nieces who live at the beach, so I'm happy the quilt weaves their lives with his.
I love this picture - the girls are helping Poppy with his garden. I think I will make a photo-transfer of this picture as part of the quilt label.
Love it! Such great memories they will have as they snuggle under or hang them.
ReplyDeleteThis one is turning out wonderful. I need to get mine quilted. Are all the other ones quilted?
ReplyDeleteLovely tributes♥
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful quilt. You did a great job with those plaids!
ReplyDeletethe photo is so sweet -great idea for the label.
What a beautiful quilt. May you wrap up in this quilt often and have very special memories.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful -- and so meaningful (love the photo on the label idea) -- I hope you DO make one for yourself!!
ReplyDeleteThe quilt looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAngie, I just found your blog this morning and I love it. Your quilt blocks and choice of colors are awe inspiring and encouraging. I have already started a list of blocks I would like to make. I am definitely a follower of your blog now. Thank you for sharing your love of quilting and increasing my desire to quilt.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic project! Surely to be treasured by all who receive a memento of Poppy in the form of a beautiful quilt lovingly made by you! Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWonderful project! Family members will be able to cuddle up with their memories!!
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