I've been (more) slowly been working on the second-to-last border (the crosses) over the last few nights and today. Slower because in a way I was starting to feel a bit sad this quilt top is nearly finished. I'm completely and utterly in love with it - I think more than any other quilt I've made it has been a true labour of love.
I toyed with using a variety of colours for the crosses, but ended up going with greys and blues in the end - and I am really happy with the result. I think for the final border I'll use a darkish grey, although I'm not entirely certain (there will probably be a bit of fabric auditioning tonight). Apologies for the washed-out corner on this one, I didn't realise how bright that sun was until I was editing the photos.
Although I would hardly call my version of this quilt scrappy, it has a ridiculous number of fabrics in it (like pushing 200). I think one of my favorite things about making it is that I've been able to use little bits of lots of my favorite (read: hoarded) fabrics - and there are LOTS of favorites in here. And I am a little sad this journey is almost over, but at the same time excited about quilting it and deciding where it will hang in our house :o)
xx Jess
Linking up with Sew Cute Tuesday at Better off Thread, and Fabric Tuesday at Quiltstory.
I'm in love with it too!
ReplyDeleteThat just makes me ridiculously happy too!! I agree on a dark border, that will balance the dark blue inner border. Or maybe even something to pick up on the reddy border, and then a dark binding. Can't wait to see what you choose!
ReplyDeleteA little bit of red in the last border would be lovely ... I'm enjoying seeing this quilt grow :)
ReplyDeleteI agree with the others- I think a touch of red is in order! It's a great quilt Jess!
ReplyDeleteYou're killing me with this quilt Jess - it is just beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful Jess - love all of the colours!
ReplyDeleteIt's love for me too :)
ReplyDeletethat blue AMH border is flipping inspired. this is my favourite marcelle yet and confirms your quilty genius again
ReplyDeleteIt is stunning Jess! I would call it scrappy with that many fabrics in it. I am trying to get the Quiltmania mag that has this pattern in it so maybe I can make my own.
ReplyDeleteIt really is a masterpiece! Yours is the first to really make me consider making one, lol!
ReplyDeletelove your version of this quilt :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful medallion quilt. I love all those borders. What a beautiful finish! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! I think it's my favorite version yet.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving watching his progress on IG! Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIt is just fabulous Jess!
ReplyDeleteIt just looks more fantastic with every new border!
ReplyDeleteit looks gorgeous. the color scheme is really cohesive and moody in a way. i like how your top is really different from a lot of the clowny-bright versions i've seen.
ReplyDeleteThis is so gorgeous! I just love your use of low volume prints. Beautiful job!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is truly a labor of love. It's gorgeous! I can't wait to see how you quilt it when it's all finished.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so great! I know what you mean about how fun this project is and what a great way to use lots of scraps
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteOh this is so fantastic! Everything you make is so beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteStunning! I'm really liking the low-volume background on the cross border.
ReplyDeleteIt's so gorgeous! (You could always make a second one and send it to me...wink wink)
ReplyDeleteAmazing quilt! I love idea that this is the cummulation of all your favorite fabrics! A keeper, this one!
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It's fabulous, and perfectly scrappy :o)
ReplyDeleteHeavens that is pretty!
ReplyDeletePerfect fabric selection, it's a bit sad that there is only one more border to go, but looking on the bright side, there is still the quilting to go.
ReplyDeleteThe red border is my fav so far. Love the way it just sets off your center medallion.
ReplyDeleteThis is just beautiful - well done
ReplyDeleteJess, this quilt is so fantastic. I've heard so many people who've made it say the same thing about being sad it's finished because they've enjoyed it so much. I have the book so maybe I'll have to make my own version.
ReplyDeleteGlorious!
ReplyDeleteIt really is lovely. The colors are balanced perfectly.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! It looks like the labor of love that you have expressed in your message!
ReplyDeleteWow - I am feeling the same way about my own version of this quilt. I am still grateful that I learned about this pattern through you and am psyched I got to enjoy your journey as you made yours. I absolutely find yours stunning...the overall result is brilliant! Can't wait to see your last border choice.
ReplyDeleteStunning quilt. I have loved watching it grow.
ReplyDeleteIt is fantastic! I love it too. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Jess!! This is beyond fabulous, I'm in love! When you finish would you send us a link so we can feature you? If you remember :) Thanks!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so spectacular and so inspirational. Truly a labor of love, and I just love that you were able to incorporate so many different fabrics. Amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful.Love all about it.Design,fabrics...
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