Welcome to day 2 of the 'something smells fishy' blog hop. Thanks to Carol from Just let me quilt for organising the hop. It's really fun taking part. I love the button for this hop. We were asked to create something new on a fishy theme or creatures from the ocean in fabrics, appliques, quilts, stuffies, or bags.
When I started planning this project I decided i wanted to make something using applique. I spent some time sketching out fishes but then I decided making a fish block would also work. I still hadn't made a final decision when I got asked if I would make a small wall hanging to go in the room of a fish obsessed young boy. Well, how could I refuse. The wall hanging could be up to 16 inches wide by 28 inches long to fit in the space available. This really was a small wall hanging but perfect for the hop. I decided to make a pieced fish block with the finished piece being 15 by 24inches.
The fish blocks were approved by the young fish lover and he particularly liked the fabric I used for the border. Unfortunately I only had a small piece of the border fabric so I had to join the top and bottom borders. It would have been great to use the same fabric for the binding as well but there wasn't enough. I had other fabrics with fish on them but they weren't right for the piece. Instead of adding a binding I am going to add a facing probably in white or light blue. This will be completely turned to the back of the little quilt and will not show on the front. Young fish lover was very happy with this solution when I spoke to him and his mom on Sunday evening. I do love children who know what they want when you are making something for them. The completed wall hanging is due to go to its new home on Friday so I have a few days to add the facing.
Here is the schedule for the rest of the hop. Do visit to see what everyone has made.
JULY 22
JULY 23
JULY 24
JULY 25
Thank you for visiting .
Take care
Lyndsey
Pretty quilt. That border fabric is a perfect choice also.
ReplyDeleteI really like the fish!
ReplyDeleteWhat perfect timing for a request from a young fish lover, right? You hit fish on the nose for a slim spot to fit on the wall. I'm sure you were filled with pride to know you accomplished just what this young man wanted. Bravo!
ReplyDeleteOh how fun to make something to a little ones specifications. They may be small, but the do know what they like. You did a great job and I am sure he will love it for years to come.
ReplyDeleteThat was a fun request you got to make something fishy and participate in the blog hop too. I am glad the boy liked it as that is what really matters. The colors are perfect for a boy too. Win-win.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great block for this hop and for a fish lover. The border quilt fabric is great. Wonderful that the recipient was involved in the process.
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ReplyDeleteAdorable quilt, and the border fabric is perfect. Thanks so much for sharing!
This is perfect for a fish loving boy! Including him in the process will make this wall hanging even more special for him. I love the fabrics and design! Thanks for doing a swimmingly good job on meeting the challenge, Lyndsey!
ReplyDeleteGreat quilt, and yeah for the intended recipient loving it!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great wall hanging!!! Isn't it fun when younger ones tell you what they desire? A facing will be the perfect way to finish it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute wall hanging! I love how you did the tail fins.
ReplyDeleteHow great when a blog hop comes in at the perfect time to make a gift. I like your little custom wall hanging. It's interesting that you pointed out the border fabric because I didn't even notice it at first. I love using up a favorite fabric, but then it's sad when you can never find it again.
ReplyDeleteCute wall quilt! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteNot only are the fish done up in pretty colors, but the fishy border is spot on!
ReplyDeleteSo cute.
ReplyDeleteHow fun to have such a little "client". The mini looks great. Love the curved tails.
ReplyDeleteCute fish! And how great to get input from your young cutomer!
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