Part 4 - Quilting
It has been a while since I updated you on this fun quilt. This post will have loads of photos as I tried to capture the quilting as I went. I pieced the backing for this quilt. The backing doesn't even really matter since my plan is to hang this quilt once it is done.
I used a matching pale blue for the background quilting. I tried to capture shapes you might see underwater. Waves.
Seaweed and underwater currents.
Green to accentuate the tail fin.
Echoes and echoes.
Fish scales.
I try to match my top and bobbin threads so you get an idea of the mermaid from the back.
Trimmed and ready for binding and a hanging sleeve.
I tried to use the thread to add details to the raw edge applique. This quilt has taken so long but is so worth it. I'm not sure all of the quilting choices were perfect but at least it is done.
Read more about this quilt and the techniques used in these previous posts:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Tools and supplies (affiliate links):Creative Grids 6.5" x 24.5" RectangleFiskars Rotary CutterFiskars Self Healing Rotary Cutting MatFiskars 8-inch scissorsBLACK+DECKER Classic Steam IronGrabbit Magnetic Pin CushionCheryl Ann's Quilting Design Wall - 72" WhiteReynolds Freezer Paper Plastic Coated 50 Sq FtElmer's Liquid School Glue, Washable, 4 OuncesCrayola Ultra-Washable Markers
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