With a few nudges from (virtual) friends I have decided to join in the Bloggers Quilt Festival fun at the very last second.
This is the quilt I recently made for my son, Ray. I gave it to him on his 2nd birthday and he loves it (and all things elephants!).
This quilt is special to me for several reasons. Obviously, the occasion of Rays birthday and his love for elephants makes it special. Another thing that stands out in my mind is that this is really the first quilt that I "designed". Even though it is simple, I drew out several sketches on scrap paper of what I would like the quilt to look like (playful, toddler-ish, a little bit modern, not too babyish). I also calculated how much fabric I would need, found the perfect elephant to use as an applique template, etc. I'm happy with the way it turned out and I know that my little guy is too (he's sleeping under it right now)!
Isn't it a great feeling knowing that you can design something yourself and see it come together so well? Cute quilt and cute kid!
ReplyDeleteI love it too!
ReplyDeletethis is fantastic! i love the simplicity of it. i often go way overboard when i design and frustrate my self. well done!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! My babes love their quilts too.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! I am a last minute entry also..and also made a quilt for my little boy!
ReplyDeleteI love the bright elephants! So cute!
ReplyDeleteOh the quilt is so adorable! He looks so happy with it!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
I love it!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you chose to enter this quilt! I just love it, and really am enjoying the opportunity to see it again!!
ReplyDeletecute, and simple. I love those colorful elephants!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! And for our cute little guy...what a perfect picture of him full of smiles under his quilt :o)
ReplyDeleteBlessings & Aloha!
(I finally have some free time so am trying to get to more amazing Quilt Festival posts!... so happy to see yours. I would love to have you pop over to my place. And if you get a chance, please let me know by leaving a comment. :o)
that line of elephants is the best part. very cute.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable quilt and happy little guy!
ReplyDeleteNice design, your elephants are pretty. . Love the backing fabric.
ReplyDeleteYour little guy evidently loves his new quilt...both are adorable! It's so fun to make quilts for little ones!
ReplyDeletethose are the best kind of quilt! the ones the kids love
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing
Beth in Dallas
Sooo cute! I love the elephant parade!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is adorable, love the elephants and fabric!
ReplyDeleteadorable quilt-congratulations on your 1st design!
ReplyDeletewhat a darling quilt and so great that you designed it yourself. my grandfather collected elephants--i wish i knew why! my brother does and my son does somewhat. you've done such a nice job on it. and that backing material is perfect. thanks for sharing and have a great day
ReplyDeleteThe elephants are simply delightful.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable quilt! Just perfect for an elephant loving toddler!!! You did a fabulous job. Thanks for sharing! ; )
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute! Love the layout that you chose and how it really gives the elephants some emphasis.
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