I used vintage Japanese fabrics for my August mini - trying out the "Trip Around the World" block to see if it's something I would want to use in a large quilt (... maybe). I used Bonnie Hunter's method.
The solid blues are indigo, the soft red is vintage kimono fabric, there's one plaid, and the other fabrics are kasuri.
I sewed the border on "log cabin" style, and added the sashiko.
Machine quilted it simply. I'll call this "Trip Around the World - I Wish!" It is 16" square.
Contrast is so important. I enjoyed experimenting with making this block. Here was my first go at it - I've added these quarter pieces to my orphan drawer.
Speaking of orphans, Wendy took our various stray blocks and turned them into something so very special, with her Community Supper quilt. Take a look here!!!
And, thank you Wendy for posting our minis each month and keeping us going!!
It remains just unbelievably hot in Tokyo. I am very happy to stay home. From my brief walk yesterday - not a whole lot of activity in the park.
That small gold colored building in the sunshine, past the park, is our apartment building.
xo
Cynthia
Such a pretty TAW mini--the color placement is great hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful August mini. That soft red really pops! And the Log Cabin-style borders are the perfect finishing touch. Ingenious to have that mist along the sidewalk!
ReplyDeleteI love how you are incorporating the fabrics of Japan into your mini. The borders contrast the symmetry of the blocks giving the quilt a very modern look. It's a fabulous quilt. Hope you get to take your trip soon.
ReplyDeleteI love your mini quilt. The sashiko is perfect for it. Hugs
ReplyDeleteWow Cynthia, I love everything about this amazing little quilt.The more I look it, the more I see, Yes you definitely got the contrast right, and such interesting elements. The simplicity of the design, the red that grabs your eye, the lovely indigos... but my favorite part is the border which progresses, log cabin style, from small dots to medium “dots” to stripes, ant finally those large sashiko circles. Just brilliant.
ReplyDeleteSo much to love about this sweet little quilt. It will be a wonderful memento (among many) of your time in Japan. Love the sashiko accents! My tiny collection of Japanese fabrics has been calling for attention, hopefully by winter they can come out to play again. Lovely park, nice to have a bit of cool green among all the buildings.
ReplyDeleteYour mini is absolutely stunning with so much quiet design and color! I also love your borders and the movement they provide - your mini is very inspirational!
ReplyDeleteLove how you incorporated the different fabrics into your sweet mini--so graphic and striking. I've made a large quilt using Bonnie's method and it's a fun way to use up some stash.
ReplyDeleteYour fabric selection is wonderful and I love the sashiko additions. Perfect name for it too.
ReplyDeleteI've never made a TATW or a mini quilt. It's been very very hot here too. Hoping after today for a few cooler days.
A bold experiment using that variety of fabric. It really turned out great. I envy your greenery.
ReplyDeleteOh my, I think this is my favorite of all your wonderful monthly minis. It is perfect in so many ways. It speaks of your time in Japan and of your frustration of not being able to travel to see your new baby. I adore it. Thanks for another fabulous mini! Stay cool. Hope the heat breaks soon. Ours did early this week and it has been so refreshing.
ReplyDeleteOOOH, I love the asymmetric border makes it so much more interesting! And love those Japanese fabs too!
ReplyDeleteVery cute mini. Your Japanese indigos and sashiko stitching make it so beautiful and interesting.
ReplyDeleteHot here too. We may get a remnant of H Laura tomrrow, I can't tell yet. I wouldn't mind a rain day, if safe. Hot and humid here; I have even been running the AC some afternoons, for Baby Mo the pug.
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lizzy
What a truly lovely piece. I'm always a fan of blue and white whether it be sky blue or indigo but the use of that coral colored piece is so dynamic and satisfying. The sashiko is so appropriate. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteAn absolutely stunning mini, Cynthia! Great use of local fabrics.
ReplyDeleteThe misters along the park walk look really refreshing. I'd be tempted to just walk back and forth along that path. :)
Lovely mini - just the perfect combination of elements!
ReplyDeleteYour mini is perfect in every way...a prizewinner I say..xo
ReplyDeleteI just love everything about your Trip Around the World. Great name for this too.
ReplyDeleteThe sashiko circles are such a perfect touch to this! love love love it.
It must be nice to be so close to a mark.
Do the misters go off automatically when someone goes by?
Beautiful.
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Your mini-trip is wonderful and combined with the indigo fabric and the sashiko makes it a striking piece of artwork!
ReplyDeleteYour mini looks wonderful! I love the color combination you used. It's interesting to me how many different kinds of fabrics (with different names) you use in your quilts. Do the names come from the way the fabric was woven, or printed, color, or something else?
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