I worked on two projects while I was at the quilting retreat this past weekend. The blocks shown in the photo above are from a pattern called Spice Cake by Mary's Cottage Quilts. The blocks are just a simple snowball block made from a layer cake! I used a layer cake of Charisma by Chez Moi for Moda. Isn't that fabric fun? This time of the year I tend to want to use happy fabrics.
This is the simplest quilt on the planet. Thirty five snowball blocks, a 1 1/2 inch lattice and two borders--one 3 1/2" and the outer one 6". Aren't those little confetti like lattice posts cute? I just have the quilt center done, and hope to add the borders by the end of the week.
None of the shops in my area have carried this fabric group. It is a bit similar to Posh by the same designers, so maybe folks thought it would be too much of a repetition. I had to order the border fabric online, which was tricky. I wanted to choose a fabric from the line that had all the colors in it. This is the fabric I think I ordered for my outer border:
What a great pattern this was. Fast, simple, and features a layer cake.
I will show you project number two tomorrow!
That is the happiest quilt!! It made me smile the second I saw the picture. Love it!
Posted by: Cathi | January 13, 2009 at 01:51 PM
OH MY GOSH, that is the coolest quilt. How incredibly simple, but it's absolutely beautiful.
Posted by: Becky L | January 13, 2009 at 02:00 PM
Love your fabric choices and the pattern.
Posted by: Melody | January 13, 2009 at 02:34 PM
Beautiful quilt!!! I made a prayer quilt out of the Posh fabric and it was so cheery looking.
I have to tell you that your blog is the first blog I read everyday! You are so inspiring and being a dog lover and owner also I love seeing how much you adore your dogs. I was so happy when you left your yucky job....I thought oh good, more posts and quilt pictures from you!!! Selfish on my part I know but that is how inspiring your blog is to me.
Cathy
Posted by: Cathy Carmichael | January 13, 2009 at 03:08 PM
Really cute pattern and fabrics, so bright and cheery to those of us in the frozen north!
I agree with Cathy, I am so glad you are back home, sewing and posting more,
: - )
Karen
Posted by: Karen | January 13, 2009 at 03:17 PM
I love it your quilt! I made this quilt out of the line Fabulous Fall but yours is beautiful and the fabric is so fun! Awesome!!!
Posted by: Lisa | January 13, 2009 at 05:06 PM
That's a clever way to use layer cakes. I bought two of them with no plans for them. I think one of them will be used in this way. I love easy piecing and I like that quilt a lot. I'm glad you posted it, thanks.
Posted by: Connie W | January 13, 2009 at 05:06 PM
I love Chez Moi fabric! What a great pattern and I love the way that it turned out!
You got a lot done at your retreat! The last retreat that I went to, I didn't finish anything. However, I did start about 3 projects, which still aren't completed!
Posted by: Stefanie | January 13, 2009 at 05:31 PM
I just love it Nicole...it couldn't be happier! Great pattern.
Posted by: Carol | January 13, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Gorgeous! It certainly is bright and fun.
Posted by: Kate | January 13, 2009 at 06:18 PM
Very fun...simplest quilt, really? I need something simple! This pattern/fabric selection would certainly add color and cheer to a winter day...what a nice time to work on a quilt like this.
Posted by: Kayte | January 13, 2009 at 06:22 PM
I absolutely LOVE it! I just love the Charisma line, but haven't found a project for it. But, I just think I have!
Posted by: MichelleB | January 13, 2009 at 06:44 PM
Great quilt! It really does look happy, like spring. I love it. Looks like you had a very productive weekend.
Posted by: Kristin | January 13, 2009 at 06:54 PM
I have a layer cake of this line. Maybe, it will become a happy quilt like this one. Super cute!
I agree with the others, it is so nice to have you back! You and your inspiration were missed! :~)
Posted by: Julia | January 13, 2009 at 07:45 PM
Perfect quilt for this time of year, I agree! Can't wait to see it with the border on.
Posted by: dixie | January 13, 2009 at 07:46 PM
How cute is this quilt?!!! And I love the name!
Posted by: Peddlecar Quilts | January 13, 2009 at 10:46 PM
Beautiful! I love the quilts you choose to make and your colour selection is perfect.
Posted by: Jane Weston | January 14, 2009 at 12:05 AM
I never liked snawballs but yours Charisma Snowballs are really very cute!! The fabrics look very good, I 've got a charisma jelly roll in my sewing room, thinking about what to do with it.
Posted by: alda | January 14, 2009 at 02:54 AM
Love Your Quilt Thanks For Careing about me I am Getting Back On my Feet slowly I will email you Big Hugs Mary.
Posted by: nannamary42@optusnet.com.au | January 14, 2009 at 03:26 AM
Perfecto! I saw this pattern (or one like it) on the cover of a quilt magazine last month. Thanks for posting this -- I was thinking of doing one out of flannel for an xmas gift. Now I'm sure of it -- Looks like fun. Love, Love your colors.
Posted by: Lucy | January 14, 2009 at 06:11 AM
So pretty, Nicole. Sometimes simple is best. I love snowball blocks.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | January 14, 2009 at 06:34 AM
How much yarage for the large boarder did you buy?
Posted by: sara | January 14, 2009 at 07:56 AM
What a pretty quilt! Sometimes the simplest piecing patterns are the most expressive and fun!
Posted by: Jane Moxey | January 14, 2009 at 10:52 AM
That is pretty fabric. Two projects completed, I'm impressed!
Posted by: Marianne | January 14, 2009 at 05:26 PM
Beautiful as ever. Sounds like a great retreat and a great place to have one!
Posted by: Miss Jean | January 14, 2009 at 11:08 PM