Sunday, February 4, 2018

A Little Love Hop


I want to thank CAROL for putting this blog hop together.  She certainly puts a lot of love into her quilts, so such an appropriate Hop to start the year off with her.  Here is the list of participants today :

February 5


When Carol called out for particpants in this Hop, I was in the middle of doing some reorganization and came across a container of green and pink 2.5" squares - when did I cut/collect these?  Perfect for my project.  These are just the left overs from the finish - I had a LOT of squares!


I started out making a lot of 4-patches and was going to just add something with an applique, but that's not me.


So I added some small hearts in the mix, but after I laid a few rows out they looked a little lost.  It needed something more.


So a few large hearts got added to the mix as the bigger picture  and the little hearts were the fun little finds.  There even are a few black/white blocks in the mix to add a little more whimsy.


Just a plain single outer border to hold it all together, a limey green for the back, lots of straight line quilting, and the binding is the last of an old Ro Gregg 'Supporting Cast'.  How perfect was that stripe green with mini pink flowers.  


I had an extra little heart and it will be the label.  Since this will be a donation quilt, I don't normally add a label but this adds a little bit of a loving touch.

The quilt finished 50" x 60" and will be one of my quilt guild donations to Family Community Services  - sure to wrap some little girl in a lot of love. 

Thank you for visiting and please be sure to visit all of the participants as well as Carol - Who has a give away for the Hop,

Sewingly Your,
Sharon

63 comments:

Dar said...

Sharon, that is another good use of leftover squares and scraps. I wanted to ask about the size of the quilt you featured on Confessions of a Fabric Addict. I was assuming the sizes given were "cut" sizes and not finished ones. Was that correct? Thanks much.

PatriciaLud said...

I just love this little quilt. Thanks for sharing!

Carla said...

WOWzers, I love this quilt. Perfect use of leftovers and scraps and full of love.

Martina said...

Beautiful quilt! Love the hearts added!

Anita said...

Your sweet, scrappy heart quilt will give so much love to the recipient!

Cynthia's Creating Ark said...

A beautiful quilt. It will be loved by who ever is lucky enough to receive it.

The Crafty Creek said...

So pretty!

sewyouquilt2 said...

love your little quilt and I am sure the recipient will too.

Frog Quilter said...

Someone will just love this quilt. Love the colors and three hearts, a great design feature.

Dorian said...

What a cute quilt! So sweet, you did a great job.

Barbara said...

Your quilt is adorable. Nice job, and very creative. I love how you made those hearts pop out.

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

Just sooo cute....they really pop right off the quilt!

Ellie said...

Really cute quilt! Some little girl is going to love this one!

Vickie said...

I TOTALLY love your scrappy quilt !

Linda Williamson said...

I love the colors in this quilt. Thanks for sharing.

Connie Kresin Campbell said...

Beautiful quilt Sharon and the little pop of black......so neat!

Kwilty Pleasures said...

Great way to finish a project!

Debbie said...

Just superb! I love the scrappy feel and the different size hearts are such a very special touch. The black spots are a great enhancement:)

PS.....your tute yesterday was super too!

Carol Swift said...

I love the addition of the hearts in the quilt. It adds so much to it! Some little girl is going to be so happy to wrap up in this beautiful quilt! Thanks for playing along in the hop! :O)

Siouxzq64@gmail.com said...

Wow, your quilt from you leftovers is fabulous. Love the colors and how nice to donate it.

Joyce Carter said...

Sharon, your quilt is so sweet. I think it would make a cute baby quilt for a little girl. I love the colors and the hearts are adorable. Thank you for sharing.

Quilting Babcia said...

Subtle sweetness, I love it!

Vicki in MN said...

What a sweet quilt and a plus to make it with what you had in the stash;)

krislovesfabric said...

Very nice use of scraps, such a sweet quilt for a little lady!!

Charlotte M. said...

That is certainly a beautiful quilt, Sharon. So sweet.

Needled Mom said...

That is lovely, Sharon. The pink and green color combination has always been one of my favorites.

Sharon said...

I love it! What a great way to use some pretty scraps.

Carol said...

Awesome quilt! How smart to use up your squares--I need to do that--and to add the heart blocks. Love it! Thanks for sharing.

thatfabricfeeling.wordpress.com said...

This is a great quilt you've made and the pink with the green is a lovely combo. Some girl is going to cherish that beauty!!

LJ said...

Sooo cute. You were definitely right that the first small hearts did get 'lost'. The larger hearts drew in my eye and then I started looking for the small hearts. Happy Heart Day.

Sunshine Girl said...

This is beautiful and for such a good cause too - thanks for sharing

Tu-Na Quilts said...

Beautiful! Those little hearts really add interest. And donating it spreads the love around.

Gee in central WA said...

Lovely! I’m sure I have some pink and green squares buried somewhere....

tink's mom said...

Love the random hearts. Looks like a lot of planning went into it. GReat explanation of the design process or lack there of.

rosemaryschild said...

Love your quilt-what a happy find-the added hearts are perfect! I'm sure the recipient of this quilt will be more than delighted & appreciative! Thank you for sharing, Susan

BillieBee (billiemick) said...

Lovin' the Hearts.

Barb said...

I just love your quilt, love pink and greens together.

Deonn said...

Wow, your little pile of squares really grew in to something wonderful - the perfect size lap quilt. Way to bust your stash, so cute!

Susie said...

What a great quilt, love the colours and the addition of the hearts make it perfect for the hop. Will try and visit all the ladies. Have a great week. Hugs, Susie xx

KaHolly said...

Sharon, I absolutely adore this quilt! Scrappy always makes my heart sing! XO

Sewgirl said...

Delightful! Thanks for sharing.

Lee said...

A great quilt!!

Kathy H said...

Beautiful quilt. I love the greens and pinks together.

Farm Quilter said...

Lovely quilt...I like that you added the larger hearts and left the little ones as a surprise! Glad you are labeling this quilt...you know you should label all of your quilts!!! Some little girl is going to be thrilled!!!

Vireya said...

What a pretty quilt you ended up with! The recipient will love it, I'm sure.

Kathy E. said...

Yes, Sharon, some little girl will be tickled to search out all of those hearts and snuggle up in your quilt. She will know she's loved from afar! Great use of your scrap squares...they mingle so well together!

Angie said...

Very nice quilt! Awesome hearts. Have a fun day! angielovesgary2 atgmail dotcom

Createology said...

Lovely pink and green quilt and the Hearts are just the right addition. Thank you very much for Hopping...xo

ShirleyC said...

Just a few hearts add a lot of love! Very cute!

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teachpany said...

Very sweet. The various hearts are a perfect addition.

Lace Faerie said...

I like how you added the larger hearts for visual interest as well as the black squares. They really did add the the loveliness of this quilt. I bet any little girl will squeal with delight when presented this quilt. Bless you for sharing your talents.

Beth said...

This quilt really does look like you!

Quilter Kathy said...

Gorgeous! I love it... and so will someone who is lucky enough to receive it!

June D said...

Lovely quilt! Great way to use your find of left over pieces. It looks to me like they were cut for the project, everything goes together so nicely. Glad I came by. Thanks for sharing

Sarah said...

Great donation quilt!! The white really does make the hearts pop. Amazing the difference it makes.

Sandi1100 said...

What a beautiful donation quilt! Some person is going to love it.

Sherry said...

What a wonderful quilt that some little girl, or big girl, will love. A very lovely and generous donation.

Amy said...

I LOVE this quilt. The colors are so soft and soothing. Just beautiful. I agree they look like they were made to be in this quilt.

Kay said...

This quilt is fabulous, it is all about love without being too heavy on the hearts, even my husband would like it. x

MoeWest said...

Very nice and sure to be loved!

Marian said...

This is awesome Sharon, love the watercolor effect of the colors, and the hearts in the quilt just really ups the overall design of the squares in the quilt. Beautiful quilt!!!

Lynette said...

I really like the effect of the smaller heart blocks interspersed throughout the quilt and the focal larger heart blocks - works so well!

Michelle said...

Very lovely quilt, it's wonderful that you are donating it. It's sure to be well loved.