The black and white print and the two binding prints were the last of the fabric I purchased in Johannesburg in 2012 when I attended R and R's wedding.
Had to throw in some Kona: Citrus, Kumquat, Kiwi, Water, Red, Tulip, and Mulberry.
Since I had limited fabric (and no ability to run to my LQS for more), I had to be creative in the layout. In the end, there wasn't enough to put a border on the top and bottom.
You may remember my longarm woes from the weekend...these were the quilts that I was working on. The quilts had to be in the mail to Winnipeg by Saturday 6:00 p.m., as R's mom was travelling to South Africa to see the new twins. Apparently, there are considerable "lost" packages, and R said I shouldn't mail anything to them. I was lucky that she was visiting and had room for my quilts.
I had been saving the rest of my Johannesburg fabric, with no real plan for it. I so was happy to be able to use the fabric for quilts for two very special little girls.
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Absolutely gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThese turned out beautifully, Anja. The solids let the South African print really shine! So glad you made your deadline!
ReplyDeleteLove the Kona names and colours you've used - seems so juicy and perfect for twin girls.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful use of the fabric from your trip. Love the colours framing the print.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love these quilts, Anja! These are so cheerful, and will grow with their little owners. Great story behind the fabric too!
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome that you are using fabric you got at the couple's wedding for their new daughters.
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable! I like the borders just on the sides. It is a bit unexpected and yet seeing it this way, I can't quite imagine it any other way.
ReplyDeleteWow, Anja! They are gorgeous! So glad you made your deadline and they are on their way to being enjoyed.
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness, they are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou seem to have a history of quilts needed in pairs! These turned out beautifully Anja! Thank you for lynking up with me for TIGFF!
ReplyDeleteWhat lucky little girls-those quilts are wonderful!!!
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