Progress On My Custom Quilt Order! ✨GORGEOUS Fabrics ✨

I am super excited to share what I've been working on this past week! This is my first custom quilt order in almost 2 years, and it is SO much fun returning to what I love to do. Making quilts for other people is such a labor of love, and I adore being able to work with all kinds of different fabrics. For this quilt, I get to work with gorgeous imported African fabrics and hand-stamped prints.
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[@DirtRoadQuilter]

That is going to be absolutely stunning! The patchwork background is going to be the perfect canvas to showcase those amazing blocks...well done!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much! 💖👏🏻

[@Twalker533]

Wow. The quilt is gorgeous! What a creative way to incorporate the special fabric! You have such a great knack for thinking outside of the box! Beautiful! ❤

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much!💖👏🏻

[@bonneyfinnegan8514]

That blue is marvelous! And the African prints are unreal!

[@StitchObsessed]

They’re so beautiful and magical to work with! They’re a bit thicker and have more stretch than quilting cotton 👏🏻💖

[@annettemaxie-mahmoud2390]

That is turning out so beautiful! 😻 very creative. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@juliepayne5485]

I think you are doing a great job. How is your little studio going? I appreciate all your comments about consistency. I have sewn all my life, but just getting started in quilted. I appreciate Jenny's comment about finished is better than perfection. While I try to improve in some way with each quilt, it gives me permission to allow myself a break when I mess up on something. So I can enjoy the process while learning.😊

[@StitchObsessed]

Yes! You really do learn something new and get a little better with each quilt. I think that’s why I love it so much! There’s always something new to learn 🥰 my studio is coming together slowly but surely! It’s been very hot here lately, so I haven’t been able to work on it much on the inside. 😂🥵 I should have an update video on Friday about it!

[@jillthomas366]

I absolutely love this quilt, what beautiful fabric and blocks! I’m so glad you were able to share your process. I would love for you to share how you pieced the background fabric, love it! Well done Miriam! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@StitchObsessed]

I’ll be making a pattern for the background! 🥰👏🏻 thank you, Jill!!!💖

[@rhondaemberson3395]

Those bright African prints look so beautiful on the blue background and especially with the variegated thread.

[@StitchObsessed]

Yes! They really "POP!" on the background!

[@dianehuntley2493]

You really are a breath of fresh air! One of my favorites 😊

[@StitchObsessed]

Awww 🥹💖💖💖 thank you, Diane!!!

[@szelop]

Batiks are perfect for this quilt! Love it! Great job!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you! 😊💖

[@janetmiles6402]

Your custom quilt is coming along beautifully 😍. You are full of great ideas.

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much!💖

[@tiffanyclark5745]

That quilt is absoluteky gorgeous!!! I can't wait to see the backing & when it's quilted & bound!! & if you share your pattern for the blocks, that'd be the icing on top!! & I am eagerly awaiting another edition of the shed progress!!! I am just so thrilled for you!!!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much, Tiffany!!! 👏🏻💖💖💖 you’re such a sweetheart!

[@Shelley-pb5sm]

The quilt is going to look amazing can’t wait to see it finished.

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you! 🙏🏻💖

[@lindaprice9242]

Absolutely gorgeous! The batiks you used go so well what the African fabric. Would love to see it when you're finished

[@StitchObsessed]

I’ll definitely share another video about the quilting and finished quilt! 👏🏻💖

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

What gorgeous fabric pairings!

[@conniesimonich2327]

Wonderful design. And the music has been great!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I've been trying to find some fun new songs to use for videos! I like the "folksy", calming music!

[@user-fb5ji1kt9d]

This would be a great way to showcase some of my grandma's pretty handkerchiefs

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

That is a lovely idea!

[@StitchObsessed]

I agree! This would be so beautiful!!!

[@debbiebabarskas4906]

That is Gorgeous!!! In April I finished a custom order it took a yr. It was an order from the husband of my daughter’s Best friend. I made their wedding quilt as a gift from my daughter-my 1st quilt Ever was a king size Dbl Wedding Ring! This was a 20th anniversary quilt, the largest I’ve ever made- Cal King. I made it a Memory Shaggy Chic Rag quilt. It had 10 special embroidery blocks in it including 1 that was an Ultra sound design of “Twins”! Wish I could show you. 😊

[@StitchObsessed]

😱😱😱 that sounds amazing!!! I would love to see it! You can always email me or join my Facebook group to share projects! I love to see everyone’s projects💖

[@rhondasimpleman5905]

That is going to be gorgeous!!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much!!!💖👏🏻

[@lenacoleman1142]

Wow what a beautiful quilt. I love your Block pattern. BEAUTIFUL!! The Batiks around the individual blocks look amazing!! I do not think I would use that just display it. I would be afraid of it getting dirty or worn. My husband went on an African Safari years ago and I wish I was quilting back then I would have loved some fabric from there!!

[@StitchObsessed]

Yes! It’s going to be truly a work of art, so so cool! And that’s awesome! Send him back for the fabric! 🥴🤭

[@myralewis1714]

Oh this quilt is gorgeous!!! I wouldn't doubt that in your future, dad will be making you a wide table for your studio .... just sayin'.😊

[@StitchObsessed]

Oh, Myra, how did you know I’m already planning on building a new giant work bench???😉😉😉🥰

[@katemoore2980]

If and when you have the time, I would love to see a pattern for the blue background. It is stunning and beautiful!

[@StitchObsessed]

Adding it to the “to do” list! 👏🏻🥴

[@Sylvia907]

Yes pattern for the blue patchwork block. That’s going to be a gorgeous quilt. Off topic glue basting went great

[@StitchObsessed]

Oh awesome, Sylvia! So glad it worked well for you! 👏🏻💖

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

How about gluing those blocks onto the top?

[@StitchObsessed]

@@LakesideQuiltmakingArts I don’t want to use glue because I don’t want to have to wash the quilt. I think the gold paint might come right off if washed. So I used pins! I’ll also use pins for basting 🤓

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

@@StitchObsessed Ahh that makes perfect sense!

[@gillgriffiths168]

Wow that quilt is absolutely gorgeous!!!! I hope you do the pattern!!! Looking forward to seeing how your studio is coming along, I’m soooo jealous!!! 🇬🇧

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you!!!!💖💖💖

[@lisaann5260]

I made a denim “I Spy” quilt with the same variegated Coats & Clark thread you are using. I love it!

[@StitchObsessed]

Oooo, I bet that looks SO good!

[@cindys1875]

Wow! So beautiful!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you! 😊💖

[@debychrisman5993]

Gorgeous definitely make a pattern that can be a great quilt along

[@StitchObsessed]

Great idea!!!💡 💖

[@cherylsmith3002]

That's going to be a one-of-a-kind, beautiful quilt!

[@StitchObsessed]

That’s the goal! 💖🥰

[@susyk6839]

I would stay clear of dry cleaning and encourage her to spot clean but first testing a spot. Dry cleaning is harsh chemicals compared to dawn dishwashing soap (original not super scrub version). (Dawn is used to clean grease off animals without hurting them & used it to clean grease off clothing). I love those gold blocks! Can’t wait to see it done!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you for the advice! I will pass it along! 💖

[@susyk6839]

Just so you know, I 💕💕💕 your videos! I’ve quilting forever & still learn so much from you!

[@StitchObsessed]

@@susyk6839 aww yay! I’m so glad you enjoy the videos! 💖🥰

[@debbiebraatz1919]

Awesome piece!!!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you!💖

[@GreenlandQuilter]

Hello from South Greenland! Enjoyed the video!

[@StitchObsessed]

Hi Katy!!! 👋 💖

[@redawnaduling3729]

That is some of the most beautiful fabric I have ever seen! You also look beautiful today and I love that black dress!

[@StitchObsessed]

Awww thank you so much, Redawna 💖💖💖💖

[@charoletthoward7312]

Hello! My Internet is out, thanks to Beryl, so I didn't make the vlog but the quilt is great. Thank you for sharing.❤❤

[@JeanMcDoniel]

I'm crazy about the blue fabric! YES please make a pattern like the blue 💙 and the squares are awesome...your lady could go in business if she had access to the hand printed fabric.

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you, Jean!!!! Yes! I love the squares, kinda wish I had some for myself 🤭💖

[@glendahyde871]

Absolutely Stunning! Awesome fabrics!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you, Glenda! 💖

[@carolynrockafellow417]

Beautiful quilt. What a great idea for doing the background. ❤

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much! 💖💖💖

[@suehorn4182]

I have a stash of Debby Maddy’s shibori fat quarters and your quilt would be perfect for these. Great job ❤

[@StitchObsessed]

Oooo shibori fabric would look SO good in this design!!!😍😍😍 I’ll try to get that pattern written soon!💖

[@kellyjames516]

Absolutely amazing

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you so much 💖

[@donnaking-royal431]

Stunning!

[@StitchObsessed]

Thank you, Donna!!!🙏🏻💖

[@ritaw9479]

That fabric is beautiful

[@StitchObsessed]

It truly is! And very interesting to work with! It has a bit more stretch than quilting cotton 🤓👏🏻

[@giovannacasadio9600]

I also love elephants they are my favourite animal.

[@StitchObsessed]

They’re so beautiful! 🥰

[@karenj5788]

Would love that pattern you used for the blue indigo fabric!

[@StitchObsessed]

It’s on my “to do” list! 💖

[@donnarichey144]

That is pretty, but I would not want on top of the blue. The squares would be beautiful put together on their own in a quilt. To each his own. We all have different tastes. You do nice work.

[@StitchObsessed]

My client had a vision for the quilt and I’m happy to make it for her! 👏🏻💖

[@donnarichey144]

@@StitchObsessed I know and you are doing an amazing job.

[@StitchObsessed]

@@donnarichey144 thank you! 💖

[@bacquilt1055]

Just beautiful! I spent the day glue basting projects. Thank you for the amazing tutorial which gave me the courage to try. Will you glue baste these blocks onto the top before you appliqué?

[@StitchObsessed]

Yay! I’m so glad you’re trying glue basting! I love it so much! Haha unfortunately, I won’t be using any glue on this quilt. I don’t want to have to wash it because of the hand stamped gold designs, and you need to wash out the glue. So I’m using pins for everything! 👏🏻

[@susangray6470]

If it can't be washed, how will you hold it together for free motion quilting without glue basting? It is gorgeous!

[@StitchObsessed]

I will have to do the dreaded pin basting!!!! 😱🥴

[@TGBTGAlways]

I love the batiks with the African squares what a great idea! 💞 Are you gonna cut out he back of the appliquéd quilt block to lessen the thickness or will you leave the back attached to the square? I was wondering cause I normally will cut the back out to eliminate the extra thickness but it’s bc I quilt by hand mostly 😉

[@StitchObsessed]

I’m thinking about it! I’m a little nervous to cut it, but you’re definite right, it will help with the bulkiness!!!

[@1955dmb]

Your work is so neat and those squares are so square and pressed to perfection!! I have been quilting for 30 years and I'm dreaming of having one of your quilts!! I am kind of insanely frugal, so I am wondering if you plan to cut out the background fabric behind those fabulous blocks or leave it there. You could sew them together as a border around the backing you have already planned or incorporate them into another quilt. It might be easier to quilt without the fabric behind the blocks. No matter what you plan, it's going to be a very well loved quilt.

[@StitchObsessed]

Ya know what, I hadn’t even thought of cutting out the patchwork behind the blocks, but now I’m thinking that might be a GREAT idea! It’ll definitely help with the bulk of those areas. Thank you SO MUCH for the suggestion! 💖💖

[@1955dmb]

@@StitchObsessed You are very welcome!!

[@lindanonnenmann1112]

Looks stunning!! If pins arent working...how about using glue to attach like you glue baste your layers??

[@StitchObsessed]

That’s normally what I would have done, but I don’t want to have to wash this quilt because of hand stamped designs in the center squares, so pins it is! I’ll also be pin basting…send prayers! 😂🙏🏻

[@lindanonnenmann1112]

@@StitchObsessed that makes sense, b/c not wanting to launder. Such a beautiful quilt.

[@zormier2002]

I love that elephant! Where did she get those fabrics?

[@StitchObsessed]

Her son got them in Africa! Pretty neat!👏🏻👏🏻

[@daxxydog5777]

I’m sure she appreciates that you are still working on it as you can! Are you going to hand baste that since you can’t wash it in the machine or will you hand wash it after glue basting in the bathtub or something like that? I really like using washable quilt tape that I get on Amazon (much cheaper than Wondertape) for keeping pieces in line when they’re being little b*&$ches about staying put.

[@StitchObsessed]

I’ll be…dun dun duuuuun….pin basting!!!🥴😂 it’s how I used to baste before I discovered glue basting, and it’s not so bad. 🤓

[@judyhebert8928]

I would love to be a part of your zoom class

[@StitchObsessed]

Awesome! If you haven’t already, you can sign up for the waitlist for the class here: stitch-obsessed.ck.page/0d00f8fcce

[@reneecorbin8501]

You will need more sewing inside the blocks,,the outside will not be enough stitching,, unless when you quilt you plan to meander inside the blocks?? I know you said it wouldn't be washed but ,,if it ever was it would need more stitching ,,I would not meander inside the blocks,you could just stitch in the ditch once more inside the blocks so you won't see it,and the beautiful gold will stand out more. Hope this makes sense, wishing you the best ,Renee

[@StitchObsessed]

That’s actually the plan! 💖💖 great minds think alike! 😉

[@ritaw9479]

It’s almost a shame to be covering up that blue background, but Ilove!

[@TheHawkeyeQuilter]

Exactly my thoughts!

[@StitchObsessed]

Gotta do what the client wants! 🥴👏🏻👏🏻

[@gillgriffiths168]

Hi I forgot to ask did u starch all your fabric to make this quilt, if so what starch did u use? Thanks for the inspiration ❤

[@StitchObsessed]

I did not starch any of this fabric. I didn’t want to use any products I wasn’t sure how they would react with the fabrics. When/if I do starch fabrics, I like to use Best Press 🥰

[@florneiers5651]

Why not attached the blocks with interfacing first then do the blanket stitch. How about gluing the blocks then do the blanket stitch. Just curious,I’m no expert.

[@StitchObsessed]

Well, the center squares already had some interfacing on it when I got them, so I didn't want to add even more bulk, and then I'm not going to use any glue on this quilt because I don't want to have to wash it. The center squares have this beautiful gold ink/paint on it, and I don't want to damage that at all. So I had to use pins!

[@maxiedoodle]

I LOVE African fabrics! What you're creating is stunning! Bordering the hand painted blocks with batiks is a genius idea. I can't wait to see the final piece. Will you be quilting around the appliqued blocks ? The quilting pattern would be the hardest challenge for me, but I bet you have it all under control 😊

[@StitchObsessed]

I actually haven’t decided yet! Hahaha! 🥴 I think I’ll just stitch in the ditch around the center squares and border batiks, then do the boxy meander on just the background patchwork. I really want the hand painted squares to be the star of the quilt and I don’t want the quilting to interfere with that. 🤓💖

[@debbielee7117]

You’re such a proponent of using glue, I was surprised you didn’t use it for the applique.

[@StitchObsessed]

Well I don’t want to have to wash the quilt since glue needs to be washed out, so it’s pins for me! I’ll also be pin basting! 🥴🥴

[@allisonholloway833]

What’s EQ8?

[@StitchObsessed]

EQ8 is a quilt design software! You can designs blocks or entire quilts, play around with colors and fabrics…it’s pretty cool! Here’s a video I made about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpWxoZ-cnLxpiZYsi=VFCS3cS6hC7Rwu1Y

[@dianehuntley2493]

The link does not send an email. Have tried 3 times

[@StitchObsessed]

What link are you trying to sign up for, Diane?

[@dianehuntley2493]

The zoom link​@@StitchObsessed

[@StitchObsessed]

@@dianehuntley2493 oh! Okay so that email won’t be sent out for probably a couple of weeks. If you could email me, I’ll make sure your email is on the waitlist! My email is: [e-mail]