Saturday, December 2, 2017

Kevin's Mystery sewn up

     I finally finished Kevin's mystery quilt, Sapphire Stars.  I made some changes to the original. I did not use the gray lattice, but opted for light blue. I changed the border so the piano keys ran all the way across and top to bottom. I was surprised how large it was. 
     I waited for a sunny day (Friday) and hauled my photo stand outdoors and set the quilt up. First, the bar had to go so high, it got tangled in the oak tree. Next, the breeze came up and knocked it over in different directions. I am sure the worker guys finishing up my husband's garage addition were laughing it up inside the garage. Hope they did not video it and put it on youtube. 
     Parts of the quilt were challenging, especially the yellow and blue triangles that had the blue strip in it. I think I would make them solid next time so the star where the blocks meet would be more prominent. I am so glad I finished. Thanks, Kevin for the experience!

6 comments:

Vicki W said...

It turned out great! I think that border might have done me in.

The Joyful Quilter said...

That turned out GREAT!! I'm thinking of making a few changes to mine, but have stalled out on it for the moment. My borders and star centers are pieced... the rest remains.

Debbie said...

It turned out great. Love the twist you did with the border.

Quilter Kathy said...

It's fabulous! Great job on this mystery quilt!
I'm so close to finishing mine... you inspired me to get back at it!

Elizabeth said...

Sweet. One day I will be stitching again!

Cheryl's Teapots2Quilting said...

Very nice. It will be next summer, most likely, before I get to finish mine (3 of them).