I'm excited to show you my finished Civil War Quilt!
This is a 70th Birthday present for my Dad, who is widely read in Military History, the American Civil War in particular.
On the back are personalised messages from all the members of his immediate family.
The decision to quilt it with condensed 3/4" lines wasn't so much a decision as an organic process. But I really like it and for me it echos the stripes in the American flag, symbolised by this block:
Each block represents a diary entry from the 'Diary of a Civil War Quilt' book, written by women who lived the civil war.
I love quilts that have a story to tell. And this quilt is a story for my dad and about my dad. This will be handed over on 12th February, and I can't wait!
So that's my big news for today!
This afternoon is Bee Blessed, so I'll hopefully have more pics on our progress for you tomorrow.
Have a wonderful weekend!
What an absolutely fantastic present for your father. And I love the back as much as the front with all those messages. He is going to be so incredulous at this gift!
ReplyDeleteAnd it looks absolutely fantastic too, great job pulling it all together so fast!
ReplyDeletewonderful, I like these colors !!
ReplyDeleteYour Dad is going to be delighted with this quilt. I am sure he will treasure it.
ReplyDeleteAmazing gift for your dad. You should be so pleased and proud of this, as should he be of you when you deliver it.
ReplyDeletePS Did you know your quilt is wearing trainers?
I'm excited to see your finished quilt! You've done a fantastic job, it's absolutely wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear how your dad reacts to such an amazing gift!
Wow! I hope you bring along the hankies, as there are going to be joyful tears for sure! It is a beautiful job, the quilting is perfect and the back is inspired. Such a wonderful project that managed to include your whole family.
ReplyDeleteOh you have done an amazing job Judith. Truly. Now I`m feeling very guilty about my mum`s 70th birthday quilt. Love the messages - may have to steel that idea!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant job Judith, the quilt is absolutely georgeous, both back and front. Stock up on the tissues..... Di xo
ReplyDeleteHow special, what a truly fantastic 70th birthday present.... this will have special meaning for your Dad, and everyone who contributed to the back will feel a sense of pride, and I hope you feel hugely proud of being able to give such a meaningful gift.
ReplyDeleteOh well done Judith, the texture of your quilting really comes across in the photo. Your dad will really appreciate this I am sure.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely spectacular. The quilting is perfect for this quilt - anything else would detract from the blocks. Well done!
ReplyDeleteWow - you've done a fab job and the quilting is AMAZING!
ReplyDeletetotally awesome quilt! I love the diagonal quilting it is perfect. Stunning work and I am sure your dad will love it! x
ReplyDeleteOh your lucky Dad!! He is going to be thrilled. Perfect xxx
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous, he's going to be thrilled! And you've finished it a fortnight ahead of your deadline - well done!
ReplyDeleteIts lovely Judith, he'll be delighted!
ReplyDeleteFab gift for your Dad with lovely messages.
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