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Shoofly Doll Quilt Top for Swap

Posted on April 26, 2015September 26, 2016 by Martha

UPDATE:  What a drag — I was nearly done with the hand quilting, when I encountered a block with an unstable print. This is always a risk when working with these very old fabrics, and although I try really hard to catch any little pieces with issues, I missed one this time. 🙁 Now I’m going to start over with a new swap quilt, but this time I’m going to use reproduction fabrics.

Here is my little quilt for the second doll quilt swap sponsored by Lori at Humble Quilts. This time I decided to make a double-pink utility quilt using the simple Shoofly pattern. On my first attempt I made the sashing about twice as wide as it is now, and I was not happy — it was too much pink, and the scale was all wrong. Now that I’ve taken it apart and cut down the sashing, I’m much happier, although it’s still very pink. I just hope whoever gets this quilt likes old double-pinks as much as I do.

All the fabrics in this 20″ square top are from my collection of antique blocks and tops, but the binding and backing will be reproductions. I’m planning on hand quilting with the Baptist Fan pattern, because that just seems right for a utility quilt. Click to enlarge the photo if you want to get a closer look at the individual prints.

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  • 10 thoughts on “Shoofly Doll Quilt Top for Swap”

    1. Mickie says:
      April 26, 2015 at 4:19 pm

      I love it! Great use of the old fabrics!!! I don’t know about the previous piece but this version is perfect scale! I am sure who ever receives it will be thrilled!!! Hugs, Mickie

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    2. karenlogcabinquilter says:
      April 26, 2015 at 6:20 pm

      I am working on my swap quilt. Someone will be very lucky to get your quilt.

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    3. Mamifleur says:
      April 27, 2015 at 12:21 pm

      Wonderful little quilt ! Friendship

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    4. Nancy Rembert says:
      April 27, 2015 at 12:23 pm

      One of my favorite patterns- a classic that really shows what a major effect color/value placement has. As always, beautifully done.

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    5. Amanda Best says:
      April 27, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      Very cute little quilt!

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    6. Beth says:
      April 27, 2015 at 6:18 pm

      This is a great little quilt! I am on the fence about joining, I’ve never done a swap before and it makes me a little nervous. I read today that the deadline for signing up is tomorrow morning so I’d better make up my mind. Your partner will be thrilled, I’m sure. Your work is just beautiful and hand quilting will be the icing on the cake.

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    7. Sharrieboberry says:
      April 27, 2015 at 7:24 pm

      It’s lovely!

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    8. Little Penpen says:
      April 29, 2015 at 10:34 pm

      Beautiful quilt and the person who receives it will be so lucky!! Bummer that you had to remake it. I just read the update about that. 🙁

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    9. Heather says:
      April 30, 2015 at 8:42 am

      It is so beautiful and I would take it flaw and all!! Looking forward to seeing your next one! xo Heather

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    10. Pratima says:
      May 1, 2015 at 5:20 pm

      So cute with the pinks and tiny piecing!

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