Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Denyse Schmidt quilting

I recently purchased an amazing book by Denyse Schmidt called Denyse Schmidt Quilts: 30 Colorful Quilt and Patchwork Projects



It has so many wonderful quilting projects inside. I made one last week and I love it!! I made the Mix-It-Up Cocktail Coasters.

Quilted Coasters

It was so easy and fun to mix and match and colors.

Quilted Coasters

Quilted Coasters

I chose six different fabrics for the front - layered them and cut the pieces at random widths. I then sandwiched some quilt batting inside and used a solid color print for the back. A few quick steps later and I had these gorgeous coasters!

Quilted Coasters

The quilting process just makes them look so professional. I can see myself making lots of these - perfect christmas gifts!!

Quilted Coasters

This book has lots of other little projects in addition to some really gorgeous modern quilts. I highly recommend it if you are thinking about getting into quilting! These coaster were a great little project and don't require the commitment that a full quilt does.

Happy sewing!
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15 comments:

  1. Shelby10:57 AM

    pretty!! I love the colors you chose. And that's a great way to use up scraps too!

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  2. Anonymous11:23 AM

    Those are great! I will have to try to make some.
    Jolene

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  3. allie12:34 PM

    Gorgeous! What a great idea to make those as Christmas gifts, they's be so quick!!

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  4. Anonymous12:44 PM

    So cool.
    I can't wait to show you the "batting" I got us for quilting potholders!

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  5. Stacey12:56 PM

    very cute - what a great way to use up scraps!

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  6. Heidi5:20 PM

    Excellent, if your looking for a home your all these "Christmas" gifts may I suggest the Big Apple.

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  7. Zonda10:14 PM

    Those are cool! Great way to use up fabric scraps too! I've gotta get that book!

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  8. Amy9:27 AM

    Those look so lovely!

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  9. Mary Emma Allen3:21 PM

    I purchased some stationery recently and discovered the designs were done by Denyse. Lovely.

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  10. Jinann6:34 AM

    Those coasters are wonderful! You did a fantastic job. They really do look professional!

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  11. Anonymous11:25 AM

    Those are so cute! What a great idea.

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  12. Mister John12:15 PM

    Cough is worse today. Lonely. I may die all alone. Who will care for the dogs? This sux0rs bi5 tym3.

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  13. Theresa6:40 AM

    I love her book - I read it all the time, but the only thing I've made so far is Steve the Cat. You did a fantastic job on the coasters - I'm inspired. Time to try some for myself!

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  14. Theresa9:57 AM

    So fun!

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  15. Ellie2:32 AM

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE these and I am going to make them. I am new to quilting... does the batting go all the way to the edge? Help!

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