Red and White Sampler Quilt

Have you made a red and white quilt? I have made a few of them, and never get tired of that color scheme. The one above is a sampler quilt I did as a sew along a number of years ago. I do recall that I got the idea for the setting from something Carrie Nelson did.

What I can tell you without any hesitation is that I sure wish I had added a border to this quilt. It came out an awkward size, which would have been mitigated if I had put on some borders. It works well as a hanging quilt, but I sure wish I could use it on a bed during the holidays. It would be such a cozy, festive touch.

If you want to take part in a sampler quilt sew along at some point, don't be afraid to tackle a two-color quilt. It would be beautiful in red and white as I have done, or perhaps blue and white, for another classic color combo. What a fantastic scrap-buster this quilt was. 

I have lots of wrapping done, and just a few more things to go. My shopping is all finished except for a couple of stocking stuffers. Still waiting on a couple of deliveries, which of course means more wrapping. 

Our son Ahren is arriving this week from Ireland! We are so excited to see him. They are having some super cold and even snowy weather in Dublin lately, which can throw a monkey wrench into travel plans. Ireland doesn't get snow often, and when it happens, things tend to shut down. So I won't relax until he is safely here!

My posting may be spotty over the next couple of weeks, with a house guest, some entertaining, and last-minute holiday tasks. I'll do my best to keep you updated on our doings. Hope things are going well for you and your holiday preparations. If you travel, be safe!

Comments

[Kerry]

Brilliant idea Nicole! I love red and white quilts! Envious that you are so prepared for Christmas as I am again behind the 8 ball. Have a great week and hope your son makes it home. Take care!

[sue s]

I like the red and white. I have added borders and sometimes even another column or row of blocks to expand a QAL. I have one in a winter theme that I'm quilting in January and that's what I did to it- added a column and a larger border. I'm pleased with it and it will cover the double bed in one of our bedrooms. I have more shopping to do, all online I hope.

[Jan]

Your red & white quilt is spectacular & I understand your thinking a couple of borders would have been a good idea. You can still enjoy it on a wall or, how about as a 'runner' on the foot of a bed? over the back of a couch? And, how wonderful that Ahren is coming from Ireland! It's going to be a great Christmas at your house! 🎄🎁

[Ina]

have a wonderful holiday with your family! hugs to you and stay warm....baby, it's cold outside. ;p

[Sally]

Oh, I'm so glad that Ahren is coming for Christmas. So nice for your whole family to be together. Hopefully you can have all kinds of "foodie adventures" like last year! Your quilt looks beautiful, as always.

[Mary]

I've followed you for years, and I really don't remember this beautiful quilt. I make a lot of smaller quilts which don't fit our bed. I do like them folded and placed at the foot of the bed or over the back of a chair. Sometimes I flop them over the arm of a chair so that they hang over. I love a stack of folded quilts on a table or chair. Hope this gives you some ideas.

Someone mentioned to me that borders make a quilt look dated - not sure about that train of thought. Lately I've been making a lot of mine without the borders and found that I really like that look.

[Cheree]

Beautiful quilt! I have already declared next year the year when I finally make at least one, if not several, red/white quilts! I LOVE them and plan on starting one first thing in January. Safe travels to your son. I know firsthand how long that trip is!

[Nann]

Nicole, what a beauty! So often samplers aren't balanced (some blocks are denser than others) -- but your design is perfect. The FG sashing is perfect.

[Stephani in N. TX]

Love your sampler quilt, in red and white no less, beautiful. I have done a few two color quilts using a color plus tan rather than white, and I love that as well. Will keep abreast of the holidays with you, your quilts and food are always special. So glad your son will brighten your doorstep. My son traveled widely between college and law school so I know how precious those home visits are. Warm holiday wishes to you and yours Nicole.

[Carol in Texas]

Do you have good suggestions for stocking stuffers? I’d love some ideas!!!!!