Jewel Tones Mini Quilt + Retro Flowers Block

Today I finished a mini quilt for my solids swap, that will serve double duty as my entry into the Modern Mini Challenge. I free-motion quilted everything but the colored triangles, which was a fun way to add depth and dimension. My husband is in shock that I spend so much time making things to give away. I had to explain to him that it’s just what quilters do! 🙂

Finished quilt size: 16″ x 16″.

I also tested out a block from the Retro Flowers pattern in this Joel Dewberry Heirloom print. This block is especially time consuming, and I’ve already talked myself down from 12 blocks to just 9 for a quilt I’m planning. We’ll see how the next block goes, but I’m telling you… that number could be reduced to 4 pretty quickly.

Jewel tones are not my normal color palette, but sometimes it’s fun to break away from the norm. Happy President’s Sewing Day. 🙂