Why airplanes? Will is going into the Airforce ROTC program at college next fall. This quilt measures 88" x 73".
This quilt is based on an airplane quilt I saw on a Facebook group, but there was no pattern to follow. I made it up as I went along, and it took me a long time to get the layout the way I wanted it. I was working with 2 out of print layer cakes, so I had to find other fabrics too.
Vicki Johnson of Threads That Bind Us did the quilting. I let her choose the pattern, and she chose a swirl that reminded her of wind. I think it was a great choice!
Will is also a cross country runner, so I chose this for the back:
I still have to get a label sewn on. He will graduate mid-June, so I have some time.
6 comments:
What a beautiful graduation gift. So thoughtful Laura.
Will is going to love his quilt, Laura. The red binding sets it off perfectly, as does the clever wind quilting pattern. Isn't that jogging fabric fabulous. This quilt makes me smile. A beautiful finish by clever you!
That looks like the perfect gift for a young man interested in flying and running.
Will is one lucky guy. I am sure he will love and cherish the quilt for a long time. When I am concerned about the binding eating my HST points, I add a skinny border to create the adequate separation.
Great quilt and perfect backing! I love it when a plan comes together!
The quilt turned out great! I know he'll love it.
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