The last of the three big New Zealand quilts is done, and there is room in my closet again! As you might remember, I used a free pattern called Garden Tiles from Robert Kaufman for this one. Since I had about 10″ of each of the New Zealand fabrics, I looked up patterns for Layer Cakes online and saved the ones I liked, and this one ended up being my number one choice.
I think the secondary pattern – the crosses in the sashing – probably spoke to me, especially since this is the only one of the three patterns I used for my Kiwiana fabrics that lends itself to custom quilting. I put a feather design in the crosses and partial ones around the outside. The tiles themselves were just stitched with straight lines to anchor them. I personally don’t like to leave large areas unquilted – I don’t like the uneven, puffy look.
I am very happy with the way it turned out. I have one more New Zealand-related project to finish, and then I can move on to other things.
Absolutely love this quilt. A great memory of NZ. Fantastic place to explore…
Absolutely beautiful!
Love all the kiwi quilts,reminds me of my home
I think it’s beautiful.
Hi Beatrice,
This quilt is a beautiful way to highlight each fabric in it’s own special way !
Looks gorgeous !