Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Vintage quilt

 My sister had bought some quilt squares my grandmother had made in their estate auction 17 years ago. They have sat in her basement until a couple weeks ago. She brought them over and asked if I could finish some quilts for her.
 
In the box I found these blocks that were already sewn together in strips. My grandmother didn't have a rotary cutter so the fabrics aren't exactly even.... But I think it adds character!
 
I have been able to get one quilt completed so far. Its been fun! I love the scrappy, vintage feel!
 
 
 


Thanks for taking the time to look!!
 
Vickey 
 

10 comments:

Nancy said...

How nice to be able to finish something your Grandmother started.
I love the scrappy quilts the most.

Rosie said...

What a great story behind the fabric, it's really special as it's from your grandmother.

Susan said...

So nice to finish it off instead of passing it along to some charity. Its quite modern & funky really.

Fiona said...

how fun sewing up those fabrics... and what a lovely quilt..
Hugz

Robin (RsIslandCrafts) said...

So wonderful to be able to finish your Grandmother's quilt(s). Love the vintage fabrics.

Melody said...

Fabulous finish.

Passionate Quilter said...

Grandma would be so happy!

Quilting Chemist (Danette) said...

Very pretty quilt and even more special that the fabric is from your grandmother. Great finish!

miss~nance said...

What a fabulous finish....

Chris H said...

A gorgeous quilt, with special memories I'm sure.