When I saw a whirlygig block for the first time earlier this year (thank you, Katie) I knew it would make a fun baby quilt. I followed the tutorial from Cathy of 'Quilting on Turtle Hill', substituting lots of colourful half-metre pieces of fabric for the charm packs in her materials list.
This quilt was made for a baby girl due in mid-August. The fabric for a second whirlygig quilt, for a 'surprise' baby due in September, is cut and waiting to be sewn.
I had originally planned on adding borders, but the quilt is 48 inches square, certainly big enough as is.
I like to tell new moms that this is the blanket they put down when baby is ready for some tummy time or play time.With the addition of a couple of books, my gift is ready.
Sandy
Perfect for a little girl! I love the bright colors and I bet baby will too. Will the second be in the same colors?
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute quilt! It would be perfect for a boy or a girl.
ReplyDeleteNever has a sweeter book been written than "Guess How Much I Love You". I cried every time I read it to my grandsons. *smile* What wonderful gifts! ---"Love"
The quilt is wonderful and perfect without borders. I don't think it needs them either. I love all the colors.
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! I'm having fun making my whirlygig quilt from the same tutorial/Katie's blog. I love that the quilt isn't super pink. Nicely done! :) Christine
ReplyDeleteI think it's a wonderful, fun quilt. Momma and baby should love it;) I may have to make one myself;)
ReplyDeleteHappy Quilting!!
Well done! I love the colours and the patterns and I think this one is perfect without a border. Mom and baby will love it. Great idea to slip a few books in with too. -Joanne
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