Monthly Archives: June 2015

Houndstooth Patch Quilt

Posted on June 26, 2015 by rlbates

This child’s quilt is made using the houndstooth scrap patch.  It is machine pieced and quilted.  The finished quilt measures 41 in X 56 in.  I gave it to a colleague for his grandchild.

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Hat Done, Top in Progress

Posted on June 19, 2015 by rlbates

This hat is actually a darker, richer brown that the photos show.  It was knits using the pattern Cabled Dad Hat  by Alexis Winslow.  The yarn is Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash.   The hat can be worn slouchy or with the … Continue reading →

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Stars Galore

Posted on June 12, 2015 by rlbates

This lovely quilt, Stars Galore, is the quilt I received in the ALQS9 quilt swap.  It’s 18.25″ square, machine pieced and quilted.  It was made by Marie.  Her blog is Marie’s Creative Space.

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Child’s Crazy Quilt

Posted on June 5, 2015 by rlbates

I have a hard time throwing away fabric scraps.  These children quilts seem to be a good way to use those scraps.  This one measures 39.5 in x 49 in.  I think these make a great way for children and … Continue reading →

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