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).
oh, pratima, it's precious! and little boys don't mind a few flowers...☺
ReplyDeletemax and ruby are quite a hit in this house...you chose the perfect backing for your lovely quilt!
what a beautiful gift...
I just love Nanette's style too. Her quilts rock. Your interpretation of her design is just wonderful. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThe 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.
ReplyDeleteOh 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!!
ReplyDeleteOh 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!
ReplyDeleteGreat job. If Nanette loved it, it's gotto be exceptional. I will try and trust you more with your fabric choices ;-)
ReplyDeleteyour quilt is darling! I love the fussy cut patches with the toys. The backing is cute too. Well done! :)
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