Sunday, May 24, 2009

Little Red Hen Quilt Finished

Yesterday I got back my "Little Red Hen" Quilt from the quilter.
I took it to Judi Madsen of Green Fairy Quilts here in St. George, and I think she did a beautiful job.
The pattern is from Stitches & Sew Forth in Payson, Utah www.stitchesandsewforth.com
I had asked Judi to do some radiating stitches around the hens. She had never done this technique before, but look how well she did. I am very happy with how this quilt turned out.
Judi is a young mom, with 3 small children and is relatively new at her long arm profession. I see great things in her future. All of her work is custom done and she's very good at interpreting a quilt.
We used a light yellow So Fine thread from Superior Threads. So Fine is wonderful to work with on a long arm. I wanted the fabric and applique to be noticed and the quilting to blend in. So Fine is a 50 weight polyester, and works well for blending.
Judi also is a pattern designer so make sure to check out her web site.
I was able to sew the binding on this afternoon.


The quilt measures 50" X 72"

18 comments:

Sherri said...

It's absolutely gorgeous! Your fabrics are wonderful, and the quilting is beautiful!

dotti white said...

This is such a sweet quilt. I love how the quilting gives such expression to the hens. Everything about it is wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing!

Material Mary said...

That quilt is absolutely adorable. I have the pattern. I got it at the Daisy Cottage in St. George last year when we were visiting my brother and his family. Fun little quilt store. I have yet to make the Hen quilt however. You are really good at inspiring me.
Mary

Janet said...

I love this quilt, it's very sweet and the fabrics are so nice too The quilting is just right for the quilt, you must be thrilled with it.

Abby and Stephanie said...

Darling quilt and fantastic quilting! I just love how you used Amy Butler fabrics.

Carol said...

WOWSER!!!!!!!!! Nedra it is just wonderful...the quilting is awesome!

Unknown said...

Wonderful quilt! She did a fantastic job quilting this one! Love it! By the way, I just love your previous post, the duct taped leg is a riot. But, my son would have done the same thing. LOL!

Lurline said...

Wow - great fabrics! Beautiful work! Gorgeous quilt!
Hugs - Lurline♥

amy smart said...

Wow, Nedra! This turned out so great! I love the fabric that you used. I think Judi's quilting is amazing. She blows me away.

Darlene said...

Very, very sweet!

dotti white said...

Nedra...a p.s. from me! Would you please check out my latest post and let me know if you have any suggestions! I would love that! Thank you so much!

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Very cute quilt. I have never seen one like that. And the quilting really sets off the quilt.

Dawn said...

Oh Nedra, it turned out darling!! I love it!! I really need to pull out my pattern.

Judi said...

Thank you Nedra! You are too kind.

Huenu said...

That is a darling quilt!

Lori Holt said...

your quilt is so cute!! I love any quilt with chickens in it- thanks for all the cute photos!

Stitched With Prayer said...

This quilt is really adorable. I love the pattern. You did a beautiful job on it and Judi's quilting is awesome. I love it. I'm from Utah also and next time I go through Payson, I plan to stop in to see Stitched and Sew Forth. I love finding new shops where ever I can.

Nanette Merrill said...

This could not have turned out cuter. Really. I love the quilting. It adds texture to the sweet chickens. A work of art, really Nedra.