Batiks + Bari J. = Half Square Triangles Quilt

 

This is another quilt I made using colorful batiks and a beautiful Bari J. fabric collection! I did simple half square triangles and went for a wildly, bohemian, scrappy look. The black binding was the only solid in the entire quilt.

Sewn and quilted on my Juki TL2000QI. I bought mined used through Craigslist and have not been disappointed. I’d buy another one in a heartbeat if I needed another machine.

I always enjoy the last step… hand stitching the binding.

This one is sold, but there are more quilts in my Etsy shop. A quilt makes a wonderful, unique gift… one that will last for years, even generations, and will become a treasured heirloom. And how often can you wrap up in a piece of art?! 😊

Batiks + Bari J = A Happy Boho Quilt!

 

I’ve always loved batik fabrics… the colors, the variegated shades in one piece, and the feel of the fabric. And then I discovered Bari J. fabrics… oooh, the colors and designs! You will never have a drab, boring quilt if you work with Bari’s prints!

To make this quilt, I started with a layer cake (10” squares) of Bari J. 365 Fifth Avenue and a layer cake of batiks. The batiks were a mixed set from an ebay seller. I cut each 10” square into 3 strips: a 3” strip, a 2” strip, and a 5” strip. Then I switched the 2” strips of the batik with a coordinating Bari J. fabric. Sew together with 1/4” seams. Press the seams outward. Then add the batik strips to the center of all the Bari J. blocks. Once all the blocks are sewn and pressed, square up each block. Then arrange, stitch your blocks into rows, then stitch rows together. I used batik fabric for my backing, and a Kona cotton solid for the binding. I love making and hand stitching the binding!

This one and a similar quilt have already sold but I’ll be adding more to my Etsy shop. You can find them here.

Once again, my photos loaded out of order, so I’ll just do a quick explanation of how I pieced the blocks. Step 1-4 are shown in reverse. 🥴

Step 4: Press seams outward

Step 3: Sew a 1/4” seam. This is how it will look after pressing.

Step 2: Switch center batik strip for a Bari J. strip.

Step 1. Cut 3”, 2”, and 5” strips of all squares.

Take a photo and view in black and white to see where some blocks may need to be re-arranged.

Arrange blocks on the wall to find a layout that you like.

God is So Good!

  This is my sister’s testimony. To give a little background, in 2006, we lost our mama. About a month later, Barbara was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Over many months she went through a radical mastectomy, reconstruction surgery, aggressive chemo, and radiation. She never gave up and her faith was a testimony to all who knew and met her. Fast forward to 2018… it was a hard year for me and my two sisters. Our oldest sister lost her husband in January, Barbara was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in February, and my sweet 2 year old granddaughter, who had been sick for several months, was diagnosed with a brain tumor on June 1st. If you have followed me the past few years, you know of Jolee’s journey with surgeries and treatments and have rejoiced with us over stable scans. God is good! During the last 3 years, my sister has gone about every 3 or 4 weeks for treatment to keep her cancer from getting worse, even though it was throughout her body. But now, watch this video of her testimony at church! When she called me to tell me the news that afternoon, I didn’t know what to say, I think I was in shock in a good way… like her, I wasn’t expecting that news. Our oldest sister announced it at church that night (not this video) and we cried and people rejoiced and shouted and praised God… but now you can see Barbara’s testimony at her church. Thank you God, and thank you faithful friends who have prayed for our family through the years! Please share her testimony if you know someone who needs encouragement and hope. 🙏🏼♥️

Half Square Triangle Star Quilt

 

I recently finished another quilt. This one is about 56” square. I wanted it to have a pattern, but not too obvious. Can you see the radiating star? It was a windy day, so it was a little difficult to get a good photo of the quilt top.

It is made from mostly half square triangles, except for the black floral squares that run diagonally.

The back has a row of flying geese with coordinating aqua fabric on each side.

The double fold French binding is a solid bright orange-red. 

If you like this quilt or want to see others, I have listed it in my Etsy shop, Honeysuckle Lane. If you don’t do Etsy, feel free to email me.

God bless!

Lana

Americana Quilt Eagles

 

A few years ago, I made some patriotic eagles using antique quilts and antique textiles. I found another cutter quilt and made a few patriotic eagles.

These are inspired by a bird I saw on an antique auction website years ago.

If you would like to see more and purchase one, email me or visit www.hlshop.blogspot.com.

Thanks so much for visiting!

God bless,

Lana