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Saturday, 23 August 2014

Drop Anchor on the High Seas

http://www.craftsy.com/project/view/drop-anchor-mini-quilt/216011
I love it when you can take an item or block from a quilt and make it your own.  This is exactly what I did with Summer Crafter's High Seas pattern.  This fun little wall quilt is made of four nautical blocks - each measuring 12" finished.

http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/quilting/other/high-seas/100643
Summer Crafters' High Seas Pattern

Together they make the perfect decoration for a nursery or child's room.  Separately they can be used for cushion tops, table mats or a mini wall quilt, as I have done.  

I chose the anchor block and added a chain stitch rope complete with bright red button.  I also patched the background using 2½" squares.  The result - a stunning patchwork reminder to 'drop anchor' and slow down awhile.
 
And where have I placed this mini beauty?  Above my work desk of course!  
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6 comments:

  1. legato195823 August 2014 at 15:25

    It's gorgeous! What a beautiful mini, with your beautiful colors and patchwork, and the little red rope and button! I love it! It would make a really pretty pillow, too, wouldn't it?
    Susie

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    1. The Patchsmith23 August 2014 at 20:42

      I thought this very thing. When it was done I lay it on the sofa and it just happened to fall on a cushion front. It looked so good that I wished I had made a cushion with it!!

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  2. Elaine23 August 2014 at 16:43

    Your anchor is beautiful! The classic patchwork is stunning the red cord makes it pop! I love that you made it your own and what a great job you did. I want to make one like yours! LOL Thanks ; )

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  3. Vera23 August 2014 at 19:47

    Looks great! I like your red rope! Well done.

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  4. Melody23 August 2014 at 23:44

    Gorgeous project. You have done a fabulous job.

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  5. Amy DeCesare24 August 2014 at 20:24

    I love the background blues, and the red chain stitching - wonderful block with great details! Bon voyage in your quilting travels!

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