10.11.09

cascading blocks

I adore everything Nanette does… fascinating quilts, soft-delectable fabrics and little cute things she makes for her cutesy kitchen…

When I look at her work all I could think of are merry-go-rounds, clouds of cotton candy and happy colored lollipops… the light hearted kind that makes you burst into a wide grin instantly!

I was so happy when I found out one of her patterns got published in Baby Quilts magazine and scampered to the book shop, the very first chance I got.

And this is what came out of it...
The pattern is very versatile and lends itself nicely to a variety of fabrics. And the cascading blocks were so fun to play with.

The only change I did was to add to the width of the panels just to use more of my favorite flowery fabric. It is for a friend’s baby who is due any day now. If it’s a boy, I hope he doesn’t mind few flowers fluttering in his cozy blanket (‘_`)

I used fabrics from ‘Look and learn’ by American Jane. The prints are so sweet and I have some more left to amuse myself with again.

The backing is a toile of bunnies playing in the garden. I’m guessing they are Max and Ruby… the cutest bunnies on the block(don't you think?)!

Thank you Nanette for all the smiles & the sweetness and for allowing me to use some of your pictures (^ v ^)

~ pattern from Fons & Porter’s Baby quilts magazine(winter 2008).

7 comments:

Purple and Paisley said...

oh, pratima, it's precious! and little boys don't mind a few flowers...☺

max and ruby are quite a hit in this house...you chose the perfect backing for your lovely quilt!
what a beautiful gift...

Jackie said...

I just love Nanette's style too. Her quilts rock. Your interpretation of her design is just wonderful. Great job!

Stephanie said...

The best thing about a pattern is getting the idea and then putting our own signature on it. That will be one cozy baby who can enjoy this sweet quilt for many years.

Jane's Fabrics and Quilts said...

Oh pratima, I so agree, I also love her work. When I saw she was in the magazine, I rushed out to also get it! You have done such a wonderful job with the pattern. I love your choice of fabrics. and the backing,darling!! Job very well done. I bet Nanette will be tickled pink to see the quilt too!!

Nanette Merrill and daughters said...

Oh my gosh it is so DARLING! All I could say over and over outloud to myself is "that is darling!". I love what you did with the idea. I love the fussy cut blocks, I love the colors and fabrics and I love everything about it. You did such a nice job too with sewing and everything. I'm so proud and happy. And you are too sweet to me. I don't deserve all your kind words. Thank you so much. You totally made my day!

kalyan said...

Great job. If Nanette loved it, it's gotto be exceptional. I will try and trust you more with your fabric choices ;-)

Ann Champion said...

your quilt is darling! I love the fussy cut patches with the toys. The backing is cute too. Well done! :)