Tuesday, May 22, 2012

vintage granny square quilt!

This week-end while my hubby and boys were off camping with Tasha's hubby and boys we had a fun and relaxing time with us girls. I sure love my boys, but it is also nice to have some girly time. Shopping, eating out, watching pride and prejudice and of course sewing!! It was a lovely week-end, and am so excited I was able to finish my vintage granny square quilt!! I love how it turned out, and is a new favorite, for sure! I think I say that almost every time I finish a quilt! :)


One of my favorite places is the marina just down the road from our house.  It is a place I go often with my boys while the other kiddos are in school, so this morning I took my quilt along with me.  :)




I used a lovely vintage sheet for the back that I found a couple weeks ago at a thrift store.  I just love the pure softness and you don't have to piece the back to get it begin enough.  It is also much more cost effective which is a plus!




For the binding I used one of the Old New 30's, Floral Hearts in Red.



Here are a couple pictures from the other week of the boys at the marina!  I think they looks so sweet!




I hope you are having a lovely day and enjoy your week! 

xoxo,



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31 comments:

  1. JodiMay 22, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Fabulous quilt, front and back, and fabulous boys! Blessings!

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  2. QuiltNut CreationsMay 22, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    So pretty! I am just starting mine today.

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  3. Britt-IngerMay 22, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    it is a wonderful quilt. You got me inspired to try the Granny block.
    I love you quilt with the old fashion look

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  4. AnneMay 22, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    Wow, Lovely!

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  5. Jessica WhiteMay 22, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    I love it!
    I used a sheet to back my first quilt...the quilt shop I was web designing for thought I was committing sacrilege lol

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  6. amy smartMay 22, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Kerri,

    This is so fabulous! I love everything about it- including that vintage sheet on the back! SO cute.

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  7. RonnyMay 22, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Killing me with cuteness in this post!! Beautiful quilt and little ones! What is the background fabric you used, if you don't mind me asking?

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    1. KerriMay 22, 2012 at 2:20 PM

      Thanks, Carla! The background fabric is Essex Linen in Natural. I'm out of it right now in my shop but have more on order. :)

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  8. MicheleMay 22, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Hard to pick what is cuter! Kiddies or that great quilt.

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  9. AlisaMay 22, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Very nice quilt, Kerri! Your weekend sounds like so much fun. And the photos are great too!

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  10. PoppyprintMay 22, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Beautiful quilt and the perfect photo shoot location. Sounds like you had a lovely time with the girls!

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  11. Melissa CorryMay 22, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    Your quilt is adorable as are you two boys!

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  12. vintage greyMay 22, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Kerri it is so beautiful!! I love everything about it, and especially the vintage look!! Great job!! Thanks for the inspiration as I work on mine!! Have a lovely day!! xo Heather

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  13. BeckyMay 22, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Your quilt is so beautiful! I really love the linen colored sashing, it's really different than anything I have seen before.

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  14. ✾Jamie Lee Cooley✾May 22, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Great pics! I especially like that one of the quilt with the boats in the background.

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  15. mynestofyarnandbuttonsMay 22, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    I love your quilt and I LOVE your music!!!!!!! Darling children too.
    xoRobin❤

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  16. CarlaMay 22, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Wow that came out awesomely! I love how the linen fabric makes the blues pop in your quilt.

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  17. DarleneMay 22, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    I love it!!! It's delightful with the Essex Linen.

    Adorable boys!

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  18. CilleMay 22, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    The Granny Quilt is wonderful and the background is perfect. So are your boys :)

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  19. ShontelleMay 23, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    Your Granny quilt is gorgeous. It's definitely the nicest I've seen. I love the linen background fabric and that sheet is perfect. And while I'm gushing - your kids are super cute too.

    Question...do you still gasp everytime you see Mr Darcy with his wet shirt on? I do.

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  20. HildyMay 23, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    Your granny is really wonderful and your boys are cute, too1 Hildy

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  21. tashaMay 23, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    the quilt is ADORABLE!! i seriously love it! i had so much fun having our girl time. i finished my binding yesterday...so nice to have another finished WIP!

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  22. randi--i have to sayMay 23, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    This is a pretty quilt, Kerri! I love the background fabric you chose!

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  23. a maidenhair fernMay 23, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    just beautiful!! your essex works so well. Congrats on a great finish.

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  24. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    This is beautiful! I LOVE the gray background fabric! It just adds something extra to it <3

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  25. PaulaMay 27, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Hello beautiful Kerri! I am glad you had some girly time! It sounds like so much fun! The marina is lovely and your quilt is pretty! The fabrics are so sweet and cheerful and I love that you used a vintage sheet for the back! Very clever dear friend! Oh, your boys are cute and sweet! Love their outfits and happy faces! What a blessing! Thank you so much for your kind comment! I know you will have fun learning to crochet! You inspire me to quilt more! You are a dear heart and I thank you for your loving words sweetie! Hugs to you my lovely friend! xo~Paula

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  26. donnaMay 28, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    Your quilt turned out beautiful. Love the sheet that you used. I have often thought of doing that.
    Hope you have a great week.
    Hugs
    donna

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  27. Jessie FinchamMay 28, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Your quilt has turned out beautifully Kerri :) I was eagerly awaiting this post to see it complete and you certainly didn't dissapoint!! The colours and fabric choices are right up my street ;) as I'm sure you know! Tell me, is it the TV series of Pride and Predjudice - because I just love that too!
    Jessie, xo
    p.s. I received my wonderful fabrics from you last week and they are just AMAZING!!!

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    1. KerriMay 29, 2012 at 8:37 AM

      thanks jessie!! i normally watch the one with keira knightley since it can be watched in one sitting, but also love the bbc version with colin firth. :)

      yeah, so glad the fabric arrived safely and that you love it!!

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  28. Nanette MerrillMay 29, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    I want one just like it. Love all your stuff. You're so inspiring to me.

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