This suggestion sent me running to the ottoman where our blankets are stored to dig up my earliest quilt. My very first quilt ever is actually under ownership by my sister. She won me over with compliments about how soft and snuggly it was, so it's been hers since she went off to college. She's in the middle of a big move right now, so asking her to send photos would just be a little thoughtless.
Instead, I decided to pull out the blanket I mentioned is my husband's favorite, the second quilt I ever made. I constructed this quilt the summer before I moved into the sorority house in college 14 years ago. Yikes! Our colors were silver, gold, and blue and I was so excited to be a part of it all. This blanket served as my bed spread.
As you can see, I hadn't started actual "quilting" yet, this is one of my hand-tied projects. I love the way the yarn ages over time making the whole thing feel so snuggly.
It may not be a perfect specimen, but I'm still pretty proud of how it turned out.
My most recent project is the reading blankie I wrote about a few weeks ago. I've washed it since then and it has definitely become my most favorite quilt ever. Night and day difference between non-washed and washed. I'm absolutely addicted to the puffy wrinkles the dryer gives a blanket.
I love the fraying edges on it, too. The whole thing is just so touchable.
Camille and Carrie have said they plan to list everyone who participates in this comparison next Monday. I can't wait to see some of the "before and afters" that other people post! After a long break inbetween sewing spurts, I'm just now really starting to polish my skills. I can only imagine the differences in quilting for those who have been working at it much harder and longer than I have. Thanks for the great idea, ladies!
Wow, that is a BIG project to attempt for a second quilt! Turned out great! Although I have to admit Im partial to the second, for some strange reason... ;-) Thanks for joining in!
Posted by: Camille | July 6, 2009 at 01:17 PM
I love them both! I also love that youre still proud of your first/second quilt ~ its quite wonderful. I hope it also reminds you of many happy memories from college and your sorority. As for the second one... its gorgeous and Im thinking I may need one of those! In that fabric! I love what washing does for a new quilt. :)
Posted by: Carrie | July 6, 2009 at 06:03 PM
Hey there! Thanks for the comment on my quilts, but I have to say the sheer size of yours are impressive alone. Amazing! And I agree I love the fraying edges!
Posted by: Barbara Myltschenko | July 6, 2009 at 06:28 PM
I love them both, but that first quilt is amazing!
Posted by: Carrie | July 6, 2009 at 07:49 PM
Your quilts are both really pretty - that first one shows a great sense of color!
Posted by: Lisa D. | July 7, 2009 at 08:57 AM
I love the reading blanket, makes me want to curl up with a good book.
Posted by: Deborah | July 13, 2009 at 09:50 AM
oh, i love the frayed edges....and all the wrinkly goodness.
Posted by: Leslie | July 13, 2009 at 04:04 PM
I love both of your quilts. I love the yellow/blue one. I can see why you are proud of it. Your reading quilt is lovely too. Have a great day.
Posted by: Donnelly | July 13, 2009 at 05:34 PM
I really like both of these quilts! Great workmanship on both, and I love the frayed edges on the second one! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Nadine | July 19, 2009 at 07:32 AM