handmade quilt

This two-color scrap quilt is fast and fun to make, see pattern here: Far Horizon.

Cut a bunch of scraps by eye, using scissors.

Trim with a rotary cutter after sewing the strips.

This is the fast way to do it. No hassle.

Even though the scraps are different heights, it's easy to get a nice straight horizon.

And I love that contrast line. I want to try purple and yellow next time.

This is a twin size. But a wall size for my quilt room would be nice.

And here's a tip for new quilters: When pinning ...

added by Selvage Quilter 3 years, 7 months ago. under birthday quilt , fast scrap quilt pattern , get well soon gift , handmade quilt , horizon quilt , patchwork quilt , patchwork quilt pattern , scrap quilt pattern , scrap quilts , twin size quilt pattern , two color quilt

This quilt is the first in a series made from African wax prints. I love the African vibe that comes from using these bold colorful prints with solid black. The triangles are pieced, but the prints provide most of the design punch. I like that eye-catching sunflower in the middle.

This quilt is available for purchase on Etsy. Four are listed now, and more coming soon.

African wax prints are available online from Africa and the US. Etsy is a good place to start collecting wax prints. Most of these fabrics are offered for sale in 1 yard and 6 ...

added by Selvage Quilter 4 years, 11 months ago. under african american quilt , african textiles , african wax prints , art quilt , ethnic quilt , etsy quilt , handmade quilt , improv quilt , original quilt , quilt for sale , scrap quilt , throw quilt , wall quilt

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