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Monday, May 27, 2013

Step Out of the Box - a Contemporary Quilt!

I was given some fabric from Blank Quilting's new line, Regency, toplay with. I had about 1/4 yd. of each fabric in the line.
The fabric is in beautiful shades of black to gray. There is a really nice border print you can see below that I didn't use in this quilt. I think it would make a gorgeous border if I had more than a small piece.


This line had fabrics in a gradation from dark to light. 
I cut  squares of each and laid them out in rows that formed the gradation I wanted.  I sewed squares into rows, and rows into my quilt top. I actually worked from dark to light and then turned the top on it's side. (It was easier to keep up with the gradation that way.)
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I then had a top with a gradation of dark to light. 
I was ready to add color inserts, appliqued circles, and fusible words!


If you're interested in this pattern, it's available in my Craftsy store (The button on my side bar will take you there.). It's an easy design and the colors you add can fit your tastes. A chart is given that shows where each fabric goes, and there is a guide for placing the circles and strips.
 
You will want to check out Blank Quilting's website and Facebook page to see what else they have to offer.  



Web site: www.blankquilting.com

WAIT! There is a giveaway!! Just visit and leave a comment in the three blogs in this, the second of three, Mini Blog Hops and visit Blank Quilting's Facebook page. You will be eligible to win a surprise! (You can see it on Debby's blog.)

                       Debby Kratovil Quilts
                      Amy, The Quilting Sheep  
          Linda of Buzzing and Bumbling  You Are Here!
 
                              
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41 comments:

  1. Vroomans' QuiltsMay 27, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Very interesting piece. These b/w fabrics are very pretty - just might be getting me some.

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  2. sophieMay 27, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    It looks like a great line of black and who pure fabrics.

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  3. BethMay 27, 2013 at 1:52 AM

    I love your quilt. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. VickieMay 27, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    I love the saying on the quilt. I need to do that too...step out of the box.

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  5. AnonymousMay 27, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    wow i love this design Linda,you are very clever.xx

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  6. Jodi - usairdollMay 27, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    Great design! Love your quilt/wallhanging! I'd love to try this pattern and step out of the box, hehe. Such a rich and beautiful line. Thanks for sharing!

    Thank you and Blank Quilting for a super giveaway and a chance to win.

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  7. SusanMay 27, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    What an interesting quilt! The contrast between the B/W and the other colours is wonderful!

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  8. JeanieMay 27, 2013 at 5:29 AM

    Love the quilt and it's wonderful message! Thanks for sharing your creation!

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  9. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMay 27, 2013 at 5:34 AM

    It's beautiful Linda! I love the added colors that make it pop and the words too. I'll check out the other blogs now too.

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  10. Marjorie's Busy CornerMay 27, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Oh this is an interesting piece Linda...very nice.

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  11. LyndseyMay 27, 2013 at 6:02 AM

    I love your quilt top and I think I will add it to my list of 'to makes' but it wont be for a while. The fabric line is lovely. I'm off to hop to the other blogs now.

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  12. Kathy LMay 27, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    Love your creation. Thanks for the chance to win the giveaway.

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  13. Barb NeiwertMay 27, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    What an attractive pattern and good use of the new fabrics - I really like it!

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  14. Barb66May 27, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Love your quilt and it's so different from Debbie's flower block. I love seeing how different designers use the same fabric. Great job.

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  15. CarlaMay 27, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    You did a great job of featuring the fabrics. Love the pops do orange and teal!

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  16. Emily CMay 27, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Lovely quilt. I usually love bright colors, but the effect from the B&W is lovely.

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  17. Karen in Breezy PointMay 27, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    It's amazing what each of you has done with the same fabrics!

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  18. Lisa EnglandMay 27, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    Wow, that is just beautiful! I have never made a quilt like that but you have inspired me to try!

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  19. Fiber BabbleMay 27, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Oooh! I love what you did with the black and white! WANT!! I guess I'm off to Craftsy now... :-D

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  20. DebbyMay 27, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    BEEEE-utiful! Love it. Very clever, clean, fresh, modern. Love it (did I already say that?)

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  21. GillMay 27, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    Great quilt - I love the colours you used!

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  22. NancyB85374May 27, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    I really like the pattern you used for this collection. I visited Blank's Facebook page and am following it now. Thanks for the chance to win the lovely fabric.

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  23. teachpanyMay 27, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Interesting use of the designs. I like the splash of colors.

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  24. TeresaMay 27, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    What a great way to use these fabrics.

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  25. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    What a great use of the fabrics and I love the blue for contrast! pbstrand@msn.com

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  26. Kwilt KrazyMay 27, 2013 at 3:59 PM

    Very creative! I need to put by thinking cap on and create something :) Thanks for sharing!

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  27. MoeWestMay 27, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    It's a nice fabric collection. I love the pops of colour that you added!

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  28. VickiMay 27, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Your quilt is so cool I love the "color wash" gradation and the black and white line is really nice

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  29. Frances ArnoldMay 27, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    Fun quilt Linda.....

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  30. BrendaMay 27, 2013 at 9:44 PM

    What beautiful fabrics and you made a great quilt with them!
    hulseybg at gmail dot com

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  31. BizyStitchesMay 27, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    I left a message on Facebook for Blank, I also left a comment on Debby's blog. Thanks for the mini hop, love your quilt.

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  32. MaraMay 28, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    Love the color on top of the black and white

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  33. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistMay 28, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Very nice project and fabrics. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  34. KarrieMay 28, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    That is such an awesome quilt!!! I can't wait to be as half as good as you!

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  35. vickiMay 29, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    That is a very cool quilt. Such beautiful fabric. Thanks for sharing. vickise at gmail dot com

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  36. CeciliaMay 30, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    Very pretty quilt! Thanks for sharing.

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  37. Kathy S.June 1, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    Amazing! Love your colors in this quilt.

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  38. UnknownJune 2, 2013 at 12:08 AM

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  39. Kathryn D. DukeJune 4, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    You stepped out...and I love it, Linda!!!

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  40. Jenny Watson BlogsJune 8, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    Both of quilts are looking amazing and looking different from each others thanks for the sharing and just keep up the good work.

    http://www.invillas.com/villas-for-rent-in-italy.html

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  41. AnonymousJune 9, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Great quilt! Love the fact that it was made with small cuts of fabric cut into squares. Slick!

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