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Thursday, April 15, 2021

Tulips in the Snow


Tulips in the Snow
43 x 43
I think that may be a good size for a wheelchair quilt. 

A string tulip quilt along.
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colors were inspired by a cardinal in the snow I saw a lot last winter from my kitchen window.


5 inch (finished) blocks were made with very skinny strings in white and cream - some with touches of red - came out of the low volume string box. 

The tulips were made from very skinny red strings and I used needle turn applique to stitch them to the background. 

I'll probably end up hand quilting this at some point but for now it will go into the quilting pile. And now that I have quilted along I think I have an idea for an entirely different string tulip quilt someday. 

 

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17 comments:

  1. Quilting BabciaApril 15, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    So lovely! It will bring big smiles to whoever is fortunate enough to receive it. Haven't yet begun to work on mine, though as they say "she has high hopes!"

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  2. Susie HApril 15, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    I just knew this was going to be a winner and it is! Great job! So many ideas now, eh? Wonder where you'll end up next.

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  3. JulieroseApril 15, 2021 at 9:35 AM

    I really love this one--very pretty finish hugs, Julierose

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  4. LindaApril 15, 2021 at 11:23 AM

    Very pretty. Good idea to make the string blocks with these neutral fabrics. I’ve started this Tulips Quiltalong and made all the String blocks in a large amount of colours, now I’ve ground to halt. Hope that seeing your finished quilt will revitalise me to get mine finished.

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  5. cindythequilterApril 15, 2021 at 11:59 AM

    What a perfect name for this quilt. Love your layout. I have a problem collecting enough low volume strings or prints but yours are just gorgeous. I will be keeping this one in mind for the future.

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  6. AnnApril 15, 2021 at 3:23 PM

    Oh, so beautiful. Love the red tulips on all the cream and white fabrics. How kind to donate it. I'm sure the recipient will love it. And even better that it has sparked more ideas. Hooray for tulips!

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  7. JanieApril 15, 2021 at 3:44 PM

    Sweet finished top! Cardinals are entertaining to watch.

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  8. TerryKnott.blogspot.comApril 15, 2021 at 7:05 PM

    I love this top! The touches of red in the background is the perfect accent to those tulips!!

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  9. gayleApril 15, 2021 at 7:41 PM

    Oooo! And I can't wait to see what you come up with next!

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  10. MissPatApril 15, 2021 at 9:24 PM

    I read the post title and thought, "Oh no, snow on the tulips?". Glad to see it wasn't the real thing. Of course, our forecast is for a chance of snow in the higher elevations tonight. I'm hoping that means it will pass us by. Your tulips will make a lovely lap quilt for someone.
    Pat

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  11. cspoonquiltApril 15, 2021 at 10:15 PM

    I love that low volume background. It really sets off the center so nicely!

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  12. MarianneApril 16, 2021 at 5:20 AM

    That is gorgeous! I just made four 12" neutral string blocks and set them aside until I got inspired. You have offered me a great idea. Thanks!

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  13. NikkiApril 16, 2021 at 11:18 AM

    Just lovely!!!!!

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  14. audreyApril 16, 2021 at 1:22 PM

    How fantastic is this!! Love it so much.:)

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  15. The Joyful QuilterApril 16, 2021 at 2:18 PM

    SEW sweet with the bits of red in the sea of white and cream string, Cathy!!

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  16. Quilter KathyApril 16, 2021 at 4:57 PM

    So pretty! Love the ladybugs marching around the outside of the quilt!

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  17. QuiltGranmaApril 18, 2021 at 9:48 PM

    I have not yet begun my Tulips quilt, what with right wrist in a cast. Thank you for the inspiration!

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