Gifted Baby Quilt

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This crib quilt was gifted recently to expecting parents who are well traveled and adventurous. Our family has enjoyed following their world travels for many years, so I couldn't think of a more appropriate pattern than "Trip Around the World," -  with a slight modern twist, of course. It was especially meaningful since the baby shower theme was "Adventure." 

Usually this pattern would be centered and the concentric rows that create a diamond shape would extend to the edge. Here I have moved the shape off center and dropped out some of the rows.


I was so pleased to find some blender fabrics in my stash that give the effect of a dissolving edge. Love the texture that emerged in the background. Even the quilting on this is the "Meandering" pattern.

Most of my quilts are done by hand now, but given the wear and tear of a baby quilt, I chose to go back to my sewing machine. It has been a while since I've made a quilt by machine, start to finish. Found I was a little rusty on the piecing skills, so it was a good refresher experience. LOL 

Our first child had a homemade quilt, gifted at my baby shower, which went everywhere with us and is now thread bare. It would warm my heart if this little one connects with my quilt and loves it as much.  

  

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