I was digging through the closet last week - trying to make room for new stash enhancement acquisitions - and this quilt top reappeared! 
I made the top in 2012 using a stash of red, white, and blue fabrics, and the Twister Tool. I was excited to use the RWB fabrics, but disappointed in how the quilt turned out. It just didn't have the zing I remembered from the quilt shop example. I put the top away, figuring I'd get back to it some day.
I guess I laid my hands on the quilt top on just the right "some day", as I was inspired to add two borders and call it a finished flimsy. Both border fabrics were already in my stash, so it was quick work to wrap things up. The inner border is a white on white featuring scattered stars, and the outer border is a medium blue Moda Grunge.
Once the top is quilted, it can function as a wall-hanging or a lap quilt, as it measures about 66 inches square.
Now that I've had the experience of making a Twister quilt, I don't really want to make another one. It's not a difficult design to assemble, and the tool works as advertised, but one quilt is enough for me!
With that thought in mind, I'm offering my Twister Tool free to anyone who is interested.
This version of the tool works with 10 inch squares of fabric (aka Layer Cakes), but of course, you can also cut the 10 inch squares from fat quarters or yardage.
To provide some inspiration, I'll also include ten 10 inch squares of red, white, and blue fabric with the tool.
Let me know in the comments (include your email address!!) that you are interested in the Twister Tool package, and I'll draw a name and announce the winner next Monday (October 19th). United States residents only - sorry! Postage and the postal system are just too crazy these days!
Quite striking. I have admired the Twister but have never tried it. You are kind to offer your template for a gift. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI'm quite sure that some of the ladies in our quilt ministry would love to give this tool a try, especially one who makes quilts for veterans organizations. Thanks for the chance to throw my(our) hat in the ring!
ReplyDeleteI remember when that tool came out and how popular it was. It's amazing how adding the borders to your twister top how it seemed to contain the colors and patterns. It's very cute and will a nice addition to your patriotic collection. I'll only admire yours so no need to include me in your drawing.😉
ReplyDeleteI would love to try a Twister quilt. It is on my To Do list, there are just not enough hours in a day. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI've been curious about the Twister tool and would love to win yours and try it out. The RWB fabrics would be a great bonus!
ReplyDeleteThose two borders absolutely finished your Twister quilt off beautifully! I live in the UK so unfortunately can’t participate in your draw. Well done for finishing the UFO.
ReplyDeleteI’ve admired twister quilts for many years, but was always concerned about the waste fabric. That is what held me back from jumping in to try this technique. Your patriotic version is beautiful and the border additions are perfect! I can’t wait to try! gunterheather at yahoo dot com
ReplyDeleteGorgeous finish! Love the grunge border. I have admired the twister quilts and designs clever quilters come up with. I have quilted a couple of hospice qov twister quilts and would love to try the technique myself.
ReplyDeleteYour borders stopped the craziness of the colors. Turned out very pretty!
ReplyDeleteI've never made a twister quilt before, but I've seen some cute patterns using the template. I'd be interested.
ReplyDeleteI would like to try the twister. I am making quilt for Quilts of Valor so I could use the red,white and blue squares for a jump start. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteSuper fun! I love the twister stuff, count me in!
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