Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Posh Tot Quilt

Not only is my friend Caroline about to have her first born, but so is my dear friend Annika. Due with a boy in early October, I recently finished up a crib quilt for him. For Annika's quilt, I used a pattern from Blue Underground Studios called Posh Tot. Annika is a modern girl who loves exciting colors but also simplicity at the same time. I thought this pattern was perfect for her and the little bambino-to-be.

Because the pattern was less involved, I felt that it had to be pretty heavily quilted for it to have a completed look. So for the first time, I sent my quilt top off to seek its fortune to be quilted on a long arm machine. Of course I used the services of my favorite shop, Quiltology, and look how wonderful the quilting turned out!

I did the backing in a turquoise Minkee, a very soft, fabric that I think is just perfect for any baby. I'd like to cuddle up in it myself really.

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70 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 8:52 AM

    Wow, I think sending the blanket off was definitely worth it, that looks amazing.

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM

    the quilt looks great!! i love how different it is, especially the circles with a square pattern (sorry, i don't know quilting terminology).

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 10:09 AM

    Thank you so much for the quilt Sarah! I can't wait for junior to cuddle up in it. He will be so posh. Loves it.

    Annika

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  4. Amy and AndrewSeptember 3, 2008 at 11:26 AM

    I agree: definitely worth it to send it off. Do you think you could fit a long arm machine in your guest room?

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  5. MelissaSeptember 3, 2008 at 1:16 PM

    I. Love. It. Almost makes me wanna have a baby just so I can commission a quilt. Almost.

    ;)

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  6. SarahSeptember 3, 2008 at 1:31 PM

    Well, I'd love to be able to fit a long arm machine in the room...I'd also love to have the green to afford it. They are pricey.

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  7. JessicaSeptember 3, 2008 at 6:54 PM

    I love that quilt. Doesn't quilting just take an awesome quilt and make it stunning? I love the fabric you chose to use!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 8:14 PM

    wow. That is really cool.

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 8:14 PM

    wow. That is really cool.

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2008 at 10:56 PM

    What a beautiful quilt!! The quilt is amazing!! Great, fun color choices.

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  11. HaunaSeptember 4, 2008 at 12:18 AM

    You are an ingenious quiltologist. Do you want a seed from my money tree so you can buy this so-called long arm?

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  12. peacenluv78September 4, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    HA! TOO COOL! i have the same swirly fabric which i made into a bag. the quilt came out beautifully! hear you on adding more stock! have to do the same!

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  13. DanaSeptember 4, 2008 at 2:47 PM

    Beautiful! Lovely fabric combo and I love the minky backing.

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  14. Lindahl News 2September 5, 2008 at 11:33 AM

    Oh my goodness! I LOVE this quilt. The pattern and the quiting are a match made in heaven.
    Just as its recipient!

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  15. CarolSeptember 6, 2008 at 8:25 AM

    oh my, that is beautiful. you are so talented, sarah!

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  16. JenaSeptember 6, 2008 at 7:39 PM

    that's fantastic! I've thought about taking up quilting, but I haven't finished my last cross-stitching project yet...

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  17. amylouwhosewsSeptember 10, 2008 at 6:31 PM

    Somehow I had missed this post. That quilt is amazing!!! I love the simple modern design. And that quilting is nothing short of exceptional. Those circles are so nice and round! It's gorgeous.

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  18. CrysCrosbySeptember 11, 2008 at 7:11 PM

    Gorgeous! I don't suppose you know the brand/designer of the circle fabric. If you can recall the name, please email me! crystal at thecrosbys dot net

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  19. MarisaSeptember 15, 2008 at 7:55 AM

    Um, Ok. I WANT ONE TOO! :) How can I commission you? Or... let's do a trade, I have handmade silkscreen prints...

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  20. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2008 at 9:05 PM

    This is absolutely stunning! What a lucky baby!

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  21. KateKwiltzSeptember 27, 2008 at 1:22 PM

    It's beautiful, love the color combination! I love Quiltology's fabric -- good to know they do have great quilting services, too!

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  22. pinklemonadelisaJanuary 25, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    This quilt knocks my socks off, first that aqua center square really pops, and the quilting is amazing! Now i want to send my quilts out too.

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  23. BunnyApril 17, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    Amazing quilt! and the quilting is perfect.

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  24. Abby and StephanieApril 17, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    LOVE the color and the simplicity makes it so sophisticated! The quilting is amazing.

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  25. DorisApril 17, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    That is for one Posh Tot! Adorable, great colors, and the quilting is amazing for that fabric!

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  26. RobinApril 17, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    Fabric are beautiful...the quilting is amazing and really finishes off the quilt. Wonderful!!

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  27. EmmaApril 17, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    Beautiful, and the quilting is amazing! I must admit I was relieved to read it was a longarmer's work ;)

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  28. Mary PApril 17, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    The quilting here really makes the quilt! Definitely worth it.

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  29. KamaApril 17, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    That is amazing looking. I love the quilting and the colors.

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  30. rachel griffithApril 17, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    beautiful quilt.

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  31. Tami @ Lemon Tree TalesApril 17, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Great colors! Minkee is the absolutely best baby quilt backing fabric. I bet the mom loves it just as much as the new baby.

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  32. HedgehogApril 17, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    I love that Kaffe Fassett fabric - and the quilting on this is just gorgeous!

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  33. Mary-Kay C.April 17, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    Wow! The quilting is awesome and highlights the patterns in the fabric. Great choice.

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  34. TrudiApril 17, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    This is lovely, wish it was coming my way! Such a simple design that is made by the quilting. Beautiful!

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  35. AndiApril 17, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Love the fabrics.
    Love the quilting.

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  36. ZonnahApril 17, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    I really love the fabrics!

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  37. Janet BradyApril 17, 2009 at 6:18 PM

    I love the idea of making baby quilts in something other than your typical pastel blue, pink, yellow or green. Great visual stimulation for the baby too. The quilting is absolutely awesome!

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  38. AnonymousApril 17, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    Love the simple design with heavy quilting. Perfection!

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  39. melissa s.April 17, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    beautiful colors and the quilting is just amazing!

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  40. LisaApril 17, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    Love this quilt and the quilting is just perfect!

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  41. SarahBApril 17, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    Love the fun print and the quilting is perfect!

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  42. DonnaApril 17, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    Love the colors & style! AND thanks for posting a link to your store, I'm SO there. Thanks!

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  43. AnonymousApril 18, 2009 at 5:56 AM

    this is gorgeous. i love the composition. when you send it to be quilted do you give them direction on the pattern? it's beautiful.

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  44. kangarooApril 18, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    oops...that last comment was from me!

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  45. AnonymousApril 18, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    What terrific colours for a little one, and the design is just wonderful.

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  46. stitchinpennyApril 18, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    Bright and beautifully modern looking. A baby quilt,but not Too traditional. I love it.

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  47. Terri StegmillerApril 18, 2009 at 1:38 PM

    Great quilt. I love the quilting design on it.

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  48. KerriApril 18, 2009 at 2:09 PM

    oh, i love it, and what a cute name!! the colors and are so stunning!!

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  49. Jennwith4April 18, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    love the bright colors!

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  50. Quilt RatApril 18, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    Definitely Fabulous!

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  51. AnneApril 19, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful fabric choices and the quilting design looks great!

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  52. ColoradoladyApril 19, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    This is just adorable...I love the design.

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  53. UnknownApril 19, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    It's adorable and perfect blend of modern and cozy! Great work - Thanks for sharing :)

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  54. AninaApril 19, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    Absolutely amazing!

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  55. ArianeApril 19, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    Beautiful quilt!!!

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  56. whoopdedoo_5April 19, 2009 at 9:00 PM

    I am in love with these colors, they are so bright and fun! :)

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  57. RobinApril 19, 2009 at 9:31 PM

    Bright and happy! Perfect for a baby quilt. And minkee too? Mmmm. Soft! :)

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  58. AndreaApril 20, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Those bright colors made me smile. Love the quilt.

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  59. rebecsApril 20, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    love the quilted circles.

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  60. Stephanie DApril 21, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    Perfect balance between busy fabric and simple design! So effective and so cheerful!

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  61. AnnikaApril 21, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    Now thats a really nice quilt. Lovely colors and the quilt-pattern is beautiful!

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  62. Lisa D.April 21, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    Cute as can be - the quilting really adds the perfect touch!

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  63. UnknownApril 21, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    I Love this quilt, both the colours and the quilting. Would you know what the quilting design was or did you design it yourself. I f you do would you be able to leave a message on my blog or email me please.I have a quilt that the design would be perfect for.

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  64. BelvaApril 21, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    I love the colors and the quilting. Beautiful job.

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  65. meApril 22, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    What a beautiful quilt! Great colour and fabric choices and the quilting really complements it perfectly.

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  66. HeatherApril 23, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    That is such a great quilt. Love the colors, the design, and the quilting pattern!

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  67. AimeeApril 24, 2009 at 6:40 AM

    So beautiful! The quilting is amazing!

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  68. PamelaApril 24, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    What a great quilt, and the quilting is perfect, that was a great investment!

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  69. SewCalGalApril 24, 2009 at 5:07 PM

    Fun fabrics. You did a great job!
    Thanks for sharing!

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  70. AnonymousJune 10, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    I just drool every time I see the quilting on this.

    When I read your post above about not enjoying the quilting part, I was right there with you.

    Unfortunately my pocketbook can't catch up with my quilting, so the tops lay quietly under my bed.

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