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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Quilt Partners

A quilt doesn't seem complete to me without some pillows to partner with it. I was going to make some pillows for the 'feeling blue' quilt, but then I found these in my pillow closet. Yup, I have a whole closet where I hang pillow covers that aren't being used. It's great having an abundance of pillow covers so that I can change a room when the mood hits me and I don't have to paint!I made these from some vintage blocks that I salvaged. They have a nice modern/vintage look. (Nanette's characterization of the feeling of the quilt.) I think she was right on and I think they fit. I made them a long time ago and they've never found a home.
They'll live there until I make some different ones to partner with this quilt.
Thanks so much for all the fabulous suggestions for my quilty experimentation. I'm making a list. I'll let you know which one I'm going to start with. There's no way I could choose just one!
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22 comments:

  1. Karen - Quilts...etc.May 19, 2010 at 10:12 AM

    nice pillows and great idea using vintage blocks. I will need to remember this.
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  2. KerriMay 19, 2010 at 10:22 AM

    the pillows are F A B U L O U S!!

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  3. Marianne PennerMay 19, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Love the vintage vibe! Great Pillows!

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  4. ChaseMay 19, 2010 at 10:47 AM

    what a great idea~ i love your vintage blocks! i just think they are telling lots stories... thanks for sharing

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  5. Live a Colorful LifeMay 19, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    Vintage-modern. Perfect combo.

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  6. Lynne (Lily's Quilts)May 19, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    Oooh those are soooo pretty. I feel inspired to make some of those vintage blocks myself - and how cute to put them on pillows.

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  7. vivianMay 19, 2010 at 12:49 PM

    Beautiful! I have that red fabric-it's so pretty I hate to cut it!

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  8. Sarah CraigMay 19, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    What a great way to use vintage blocks! Now I need to go look for some.... I love an excuse to shop!! ;-)

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  9. Abby and StephanieMay 19, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    They look perfect!

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  10. elleMay 19, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    Quilt Partners! 8^) Absolutely necessary and you have two great examples.

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  11. Q @ JAQSMay 19, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Wow those are very nice pillows. Great job.

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  12. JenniferMay 19, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    LOVE the pillows. The old mixed with the new is just perfect!


    Jennifer :)

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  13. TerriawMay 19, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    I agree with you, sometimes a matching pillow really completes a quilt. These pillows are just gorgeous. Love the blocks!

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  14. VictoriaMay 19, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    The pillows and quilt look fabulous together!
    (Love the idea of having a stash of pillow covers!)

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  15. peaknitsMay 19, 2010 at 6:31 PM

    What charming pillows - they look great right there!

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  16. MightyMomMay 20, 2010 at 5:17 AM

    I love that brown pillow...which is saying something cuz brown doesn't normally live on my color wheel.

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  17. em's scrapbagMay 20, 2010 at 8:11 AM

    Something old is new again. They are fabulous! I'm excited to see what becomes of your quilty experiment. Love how your mind works.

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  18. WHATUPDUCKMay 20, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    Pillows, a great idea! Stop by my website this week for a vintage block giveaway. It would make a great pillow!

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  19. Nanette MerrillMay 20, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Oh wow. I love them. Especially since I hate making pillows!

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  20. sewtakeahikeMay 21, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    your KJR pillows look awesome with your feeling blue quilt Jacquie!

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  21. MiriMay 22, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    Oh your pillows are terrific and I think you just gave me a great idea for some vintage quilt block saves that I have-thanks alot!

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  22. MelanieOMay 27, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Circles, what a great idea! Lovely :)

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