Thursday, March 15, 2012

A New Pattern

A few weeks ago I wrote this blog post talking about what inspired a new quilt for my oldest son.  I thought you might like to see the finished quilt!  I also finally finished the pattern, and it’s listed in my etsy shop.
My son’s quilt is the twin size which finishes at about 72” x 96". 


mercers quilt 1


Waaaayyy back in January 2011 I decided I really wanted to find a reason to use some of this fabric:


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So I opened up Illustrator and came up with this idea:


Dual Screen Alterate Colors


I didn’t end up making that quilt (can’t remember why)  but last month I was cleaning out some old files and photos and I found that image again.  I realized it would be perfect for my son’s new quilt.  This really is a quick pattern.  I think it took me maybe three days to make this quilt from the first cut to the last binding stitch.  (Translation:  2 hours each day during nap time, and 3 hours each night once the kiddos are in bed) Not bad eh?   


mercers quilt 2


I bound it in a slightly darker gray than what was used in the quilt.  I believe the binding is Kona cotton in Charcoal and the fabric in the quilt is the Kona Medium Gray.  I like how it frames the quilt just enough, but also blends in nicely with both the quilt front and back. 


Here’s a view of the back (and my handsome helper).  Instructions for creating this pieced backing are included in the pattern – for all three sizes. 


dual screen quilt back1



mercers quilt 3


My son is quite happy with his new quilt.  Once we get his room all finished (we’re waiting for curtains and a cool artwork idea he had) I’ll get some photos up for you to see. 


Oh and one really cool coincidence?  When I showed my son the quilt he pointed out that the blocks sort of resemble his DS.  Can you see it?  How ‘bout if I rotate the blocks? 


mercers quilt 1 rotated
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It made him love the quilt even more.  I just pretended that I did that on purpose.


The pattern can be found here!
etsy dual screen cover image for etsy





11 comments:

  1. Beautiful quilt! And I love how it looks like a DS, lol!

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  2. I am crazy about this quilt. What a lucky son!

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  3. Nice job, Andy. I really like it!

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  4. This is an awesome quilt!! Love the colors

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  5. Great design, Andy! I'm sure your son is thrilled.

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  6. Love the design! I did think the pattern looked like mini consoles!! =D

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  7. Very cool. So glad he likes it

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  8. It really cool and stylist pattern designs on the fabrics.IT look so beautiful with best colourful background.It really extra ordinary crafting.

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  9. What a beautiful quilt! This is a great pattern, very original and I love the shades of blues with charcoal. Congrats on a terrific finish!

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  10. This is such a great 'guy' quilt! I love that gray makes the bright blues so manly! Thanks for sharing!

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  11. I love this quilt! The colors are great and it has such a large graphic look to it. LOVE!

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