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Mini Charm Chocolate Quilt and For the Love of Sewing : A Finished Quilt

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So a few weeks ago, I drove down from the UP to spend a girls weekend with some of my quilty BFFs. It was just what the doctor ordered. We were settled into our new home and my hubby started his new job. So a little downtime with friends was nice.

I pieced this top while staying with my in-laws during our moving transition period. I made this entirely from my stash and it felt wonderful to make something without buying anything. This is just a fun little quilt.

For the retreat I knew I wanted a quick project and to actually finish something. So I did the quilting and bound it. It was nice to get some pictures in the gorgeous snowy setting on the river.

We also made mug rugs to swap.


I used the mini spools pattern from Thimbleblossoms and added the heart. Another way to use up those precious this scraps.

Quilt Stats
Pattern: Mini Charm Chocolate Quilt by Fat Quarter Shop
Dimensions: 30.5 inches x 38.5 inches
Quilting: Serpentine
Fabrics: various designers, including Alison Glass and Tula Pink
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  1. KathleenMarch 8, 2018 at 11:11 PM

    Lovely quilt! I am always pleased at the stash quilt finishes. Have to line up my projects for my upcoming week. Glad you felt settled enough to go - it does take time doesn’t it!

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    1. Jess PughMarch 9, 2018 at 10:29 AM

      Thanks Kathleen, it is nice to feel more settled and starting some routines in our new house. Hope you have some finishes for your week!

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  2. grammajudybMarch 9, 2018 at 12:49 PM

    I have that pattern. Will start it one day, when some of my many UFOs are done and gifted. Sewing with friends is sooooo much fun! Cute little mug rug.

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  3. The Joyful QuilterMarch 10, 2018 at 10:59 AM

    Congrats! on your newly completed quilt. LOVE that you used your fabric stash to pull this together!!

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  4. Danice GApril 11, 2018 at 3:04 AM

    Two beautiful quilts. excellent work . I love both quilts.

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