Machine Quilting: Happy Giddy Bliss

There are quilts that i just can't wait to start working on and they just make you happy. This quilt was one of those.

 This quilt was a sample Leslie made for the shop a while back and it's just so fun and bright. This pattern is Hugs & Kisses by Julie Herman from Jaybird Quilts. This is a great pattern for jelly rolls or batik bundles like Leslie used!

 Leslie is planning to give this as a wedding gift later this year and asked for a little extra quilting. I ran this plan by her and she said yes...

I mimicked the straight lines in the background diamonds and broke up all of the straight lines with waves. I used a light yellow front and back, it blends well and doesn't overpower these bright fabrics. Not that much could overpower them really!

 I will admit, the day I quilted this it was gloomy and rainy. This was a little ray of sunshine indoors but with the brightness, I did have to take a few breaks to let my eyes rest, but it was soooo much fun!

 One of my favorite moments is when I'm done quilting and flipping it over to see how the back looks. With this design the straight lines disappeared when I had them horizontally to the light, but if I flipped it just a bit...

 Then all of the quilting was visible. I hope the newlyweds like this quilt! Thanks, Leslie!

Glacier Star Recap

 All the same quilt pattern...

 Just different fabrics and placement...

Would you believe they're all the same pattern if I hadn't told you?

Just goes to prove how powerful color can be. And imagination...

So what colors would you choose if you made this quilt? Are there any of the small color placement details you like better in one quilt above more than the other two?

There are soooo many small differences from one area to the next on these quilts that makes them unique. What do you notice the most? I'd really like to hear your thoughts on these quilts.