For my second quilt swap, I got a little more ambitious. I fell in love with this vintage dress pattern and thought it would be perfect for the Anna Maria Horner florals. I had so much fun coordinating the fabrics, fussy cutting the prints and building these darling little dresses. The quilting was a simple hand stitch in a matching color a quarter inch outside of the dress outline.
While the background was pretty on the roll, I would never use it again. It's not a quilting fabric, and it had so much flex. It was nearly impossible to work with for paper piecing. I much prefer Essex Yarn Dyed in Black for a similar look that sews and presses really cleanly.
Pattern: Vintage Dresses by Charise Creates
Background: Woven Cotton Shirting from Joann's (not available online)
Prints: Anna Maria Horner "Folk Song" Collection from Alewives Fabrics
I love the way it turned out despite the troubles I had with the background. I am planning to use the pattern many times in the future for personal projects and gifts. It's easy to follow and makes a very impressive block that is guaranteed to make the recipient swoon.
My other swaps are still in progress but I can't wait to share the finished products with you after my partner receives them. I'll have more very soon. be sure to follow me on Instagram to see progress on my current swap. Are you doing any swaps this year?
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