At Dusk Quilt

Earlier this year I designed a project using Kona cottons and submitted it to Quilty.  A few weeks after it was accepted, I found out that Quilty was going to stop producing new issues and my quilt wasn't going to be published.

Soon after this the good people at Robert Kaufman asked me if I would be interested in making the quilt for them and having it released as a free pattern.  Yes I would!
This quilt uses almost all of my favorite Kona colors and come together pretty quickly considering that it is a 60"x75" quilt.  You can find more details about the quilt here and the free pattern will be available soon.

Since this guy is sleeping much better . . .
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this photo is from a few weeks ago but it's my favorite :)
and I am back from my sister's wedding . . .
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my youngest sister Kelly with her new husband, my kids, and another sister's kids
I think I will be back to posting more regularly.  I appreciate all of the support in my efforts to make my time here more meaningful and hope to be making more posts that are helpful (tips, tutorials, etc.).  I also am going to be doing a little redesigning so if things might start looking a little different soon.

Comments

  1. Rosemary B❤️July 24, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Erica. your sister and her new hubbs look so sweet. Her dress is so beautiful.
    What a beautiful setting too.
    The kids are adorable and so is your new little fella♥️
    I love this quilt I would love to make it.

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  2. LisaJuly 24, 2015 at 12:34 PM

    Beautiful quilt but the picture of your sister and all the kids, GORGEOUS!

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  3. Heidi StaplesJuly 24, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    Gorgeous quilt, Erica! So glad that your little guy is sleeping better. Those sleepless nights were one of the hardest things for me. Can't wait to see your new blog changes!

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  4. penny dotyJuly 24, 2015 at 12:50 PM

    Your family ad your quilt are beautiful, and the picture of your new baby is so beautiful, I love your quilt and I find it a great lose that quality did not give there magazine a chance, your quilt would have been an inspiration for them, enjoy that beautiful baby. GOD bless

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  5. LilpuddinJuly 24, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    I LOVE your quilt design! Lately I'm just drawn to projects with geometric shapes, rainbow colors and ombre. Can't wait to try to make this one. And your little baby is adorable - all that cute hair! :-)

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  6. SvetlanaJuly 24, 2015 at 3:52 PM

    wow!!!! Erica, this is one absolutely stunning quilt. The fabric you chose is just perfect, it seems like the whole quilt glows. Love, love, love. And your baby boy is beyond adorable.

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  7. Gma La LaJuly 24, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    My granddaughter and I love your quilt. She is 7 and looking through the blogs with me. Love the baby photo as well! He has great hair!

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  8. ClotheslineCottonsJuly 24, 2015 at 4:00 PM

    It's a wonderful quilt! I'm glad the pattern will be available, that really worked out well. As much as I love the quilt, I must say that the baby picture steals the show. A beautiful wedding photo, too. Thank you for sharing.

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  9. chrisjonesJuly 24, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    I really like the little square within a square quilting-or is that the pattern on the background fabric? Either way, I love the effect.

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  10. elizabethdeeJuly 24, 2015 at 6:01 PM

    Your family is beautiful! And your baby -- wow!
    I absolutely love your quilt pattern. Your use of color is amazing and the quilting is fabulous. I'm so happy your pattern is going to get the big audience it deserves (and selfishly very happy too, for knowing I'll get to see how you made this stunner).

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  11. AllisonJuly 24, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Your baby is so CUTE! And so is the quilt!!!

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  12. DebbieJuly 24, 2015 at 9:51 PM

    This is really terrific and what a great opportunity for you!

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  13. CarieJuly 24, 2015 at 11:09 PM

    Congratulations to your sister and her husband! And oh that is s beautiful quilt! I'm so glad the pattern is being released after all :)

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  14. SewmotionJuly 25, 2015 at 1:28 AM

    I love your quilt, those centre triangles really hit you in the eye and the use of those different greys makes it look so 3D! I'm a Kona lover myself and love to see how people use them to such great effect, well done!

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  15. Bees Knees GrannyJuly 25, 2015 at 7:50 AM

    What a stunning quilt! It may inspire me to loosen my grip on my beloved Kona precuts and actually make something to share it with others. Thanks to you and to Kaufman for all the hard work it took to share this with us. Cwoosley12@yahoo.com

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  16. TracyJuly 25, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    I love your quilt, it is stunning! Your little guy, oh my! The best shot, precious!
    And your sister, beautiful! Congratulations to her and her husband! Family is the most important,
    Take your time.

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  17. Diana @ Red Delicious LifeJuly 26, 2015 at 6:34 PM

    That's an amazing quilt! Had no idea that Quilty was going to cease publication. Still, that's great that your pattern will still be published. Very exciting!

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  18. krisJuly 27, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    Gorgeous! Please let us know when it is available- I think I want to make it!

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  19. Debbie BAugust 1, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    That baby picture is sooo cute! Congratulations!

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