by kustomkwilts
Churn Dash Quilt - Love Patchwork and Quilting Issue 54
Love Patchwork and Quilting Issue 54Who doesn't love a little churn dash quilt? I know I can't seem to get enough of the traditional block that basically represents butter being churned! Have you peeked in issue 54 to check it out? I'll tell you a little bit about the design...[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="212"] Photo provided by Love Patchwork and Quilting[/caption]I'm so excited to share my most recent quilt with you from the Love Patchwork and Quilting Issue 54. I'm inspired by bright, saturated colors--and that's typically the palette I use. But for this quilt, I opt for a more subtle palette. The cheery sherbet colors and hints of greys that are sure to make you swoon! This quilt- "Sorbet Shades" in the mag, is inspired by one of my favorite traditional quilt blocks--the churn dash. This block is so rich in history and I love that it can be interpreted in a modern way. I have a great appreciation for the traditional quilt blocks and the colors they typically have. I also love seeing them updated in a more modern way.One of the first quilts I made when I was learning to sew was a traditional churn dash quilt. My mother and I gave this special quilt to my grandmother prior to her passing. The churn dash block represents so much more to me than just a traditional quilting block. The simplicity of the block lends itself to being altered in construction in so many ways. The possibilities for this block are limitless! I quilted this quilt with swirls on the white background and simple straight lines on the colored blocks.[caption id="attachment_618" align="aligncenter" width="212"] Photo provided by Love Patchwork and Quilting[/caption]For this project, I use some delightful Kona Cotton Solids and create a coordinating pillow to go with the quilt. The colors in these projects really make me want some ice cream and macaroons--or really any other cute little pastel dessert! I hope you'll checkout the issue (digital issues are available here). Don't be afraid to try your hand at breaking out of the traditional box to create a modern spin on traditional. (photos above provided by Love Patchwork and Quilting).Â