New art quilt ‘Variegated Spring’ – 2022.02.18

On February 12, I pulled some strips of variegated green fabrics from my stash and sewed them together to create a background for my quilt. I drew a quick sketch of my concept – a grid of strips and squares. I knew I had to work fast, because the entry deadline was February 15.

I pulled out my pink, green and yellow scraps and started building a grid. I backed each scrap with fusible web, then cut them to size.

I decided the strips should be skinnier. They were already backed with fusible web, so were easy to cut to 1/4′ widths.

When I finished positioning the green strips, I added the brightly coloured squares and rectangles. Once satisfied with the layout, I fused everything in place. Then I quilted an irregular grid with variegated green thread. I really like how the thread disappears and reappears against the background. I finished the edges with facings.

I called it ‘Variegated Spring’. It is 12.5 by 20 inches.

I got it finished in time to take photos and submit my entry by the Feb 15 deadline. Check back in a few days, and I’ll tell you if it is accepted into the exhibit.

I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative and inspirational projects.

• Quilt Fabrication Midweek Makers
• Nina-Marie’s Off the Wall Friday