Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Project Quilting - Tradition Times Three Challenge


The rules of the Tradition Times Three Challenge were to use this FQ bundle - and must use at least 10 of the 12 FQs in the bundle.  You could add two other fabrics.   Any size or type of project- your choice.  But must use a traditional block in three different sizes within your project.



My two added fabrics were Kona White and 'Coast Line' by P&B Textiles - the Challenge bundle had a nautical feel to me.



I decided to omit the two soft browns - a Windham and FreeSpirit print that were more Civil War - the little piles of scraps are actually what is left from my project finish.



I chose the traditional block - Dutchman's Puzzle - one, because it is  a family heritage block and two, I felt it had the nautical flag look.  This is also an easy block to do 'quilt math' with for changing sizes.  I started with a 12" block and saved the cuttings.



The saved corners made the perfect size HSTs for the 8" block, plus using a FQ  to frame up to size.



I saved every little scrap - which turned into the 4" blocks with I set with fussy cuts from the lighthouse panel.  And these were framed up to size with a FQ.



And I needed a few 'filler' blocks so set fussy cut 4-patches, framed with FQ.



I set it with sashing and cornerstones (one of the bundle FQs).  I used a Connection Threads Pro-Line for the top and Supior bottom line in robins egg blue and quilted simple 'waves' using my home machine.



I used a Connection Threads pale blue 'wave' print for the back and pieced the lighthouse border and bit of the 'seashell' print.  The Binding is a Nancy Halvorsen for Benartex.



Finished size is 44.5" x 58.5".  Created by Sharon Vrooman, VroomansQuilts, Schoharie NY.


17 comments:

Lucky Duck Dreams said...

This so pretty and cuddly looking! I want to take it to the beach! ove the blocks you used!

Shannon said...

Wow, what a very creative way to make a quilt. That sounds like such a fun challenge. You did a wonderful job. It sure is a beautiful quilt!!

Grammasheri said...

Very summery and soothing, with a touch of the patriotic. I really like the Dutchman's puzzle block and that you made it in different sizes. Excellent use and interpretation of the fabric!

Lesley said...

This is wonderful! It is so fresh and joyful...definitely makes me want to cuddle up on a deck overlooking a beach! Well done!

Susie said...

Its stunning. I love the lighthouses and when you see the fabrics laid out you would never think they would go together. Thanks for sharing. Susie x

Lyndsey said...

A great use of the fabric to make a beautiful quilt that has a great summer feel. Great work Sharon.

Debbie said...

Fabulous Sharon.....I love it. I am proud you tackled this challenge. Love the feeling you created....I can feel the sea breeze and smell the ocean in this.

krislovesfabric said...

What a great interpretation of the challenge, and a wonderfully summerish quilt!

Barb Neiwert said...

I admire your creativity, and love the way your quilt turned out!

Belinda said...

Love it!!

Teresa in Music City said...

Now you've got me pining for the sea my friend!!! I just love the many different types of blocks - very creative! I would say you met that challenge "swimmingly" :*D

Sheila said...

It is just lovely Sharon , great use of the panel and the fabrics were effect for a nautical theme ,

Karen said...

This quilt is awesome. You definitely meet the challenge.

BillieBee (billiemick) said...

As soon as I saw the directional fabric, I knew this was right up your alley. Great quilt Sharon!

Sheila said...

This one turned out great! Colors, blocks and fabrics. Love, love, love lighthouse fabrics. You did good, girlfriend :D

Cheryl's Teapots2Quilting said...

What a great quilt! Happy Birthday this week!

Jasmine said...

Love the combined panel with the pieced blocks.