I searched for a while for tutorials for the Union Jack but couldn't decide on one to use. I also thought about creating a large paper-piecing template to create one but changed my mind. I ended up finding a Union Jack panel by Riley Blake on Fabric.com. Not only did is save me lots of time, it also was the perfect size for a baby quilt.
For the quilting, I kept my lines tight and echoed the Union Jack pattern. I also changed the thread color to match the color on the flag.
I was hoping the thread color change would give the illusion of the Union Jack on the back of the quilt, but I think the print on the back didn't allow for the quilting to come through quite as well. I love the backing fabric too much to care in the long run.
The mopeds on the back tie in perfectly with the travel-themed nursery and the road map of London hanging above the crib. Such a great theme for a little boy!
Once the baby outgrows his quilt, this will be a perfect wall-hanging for decoration.
How awesome to find a whole cloth flag to use for the front of the quilt - a huge time saver! The mopeds on the back are super fun. It sounds like it is the perfect quilt for this nursery. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, yes! Beautiful front and back. What a super baby quilt.
ReplyDeleteLove this!! Fun fabric for the back too!
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I can imagine the baby anglophile wrapped in this adorable quilt. Very nice work!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable quilt! I really like the way you did the straight line quilting - its the perfect choice. :)
ReplyDeleteI adore it! I've been wanting to do a union jack quilt!
ReplyDeleteStunning! Great work! Looks amazing
ReplyDeleteSuper cute!
ReplyDeletePlease don't let my daughter see this beautiful quilt. She's a fan of all things British, and she'll pester me 'til I make her one. It's gorgeous. Love that you straight line quilted it, too!
ReplyDeleteWell, as a Brit (even born in London), I just had to drop in and tell you I love this quilt.
ReplyDeleteA Union Jack quilt is on my long term to do list! I think your choice turned out perfectly. But I would like to know of a good tutorial for one because I'll probably be making it as a throw size quilt with multiple blocks.
ReplyDeletethat print is definitely the perfect backing!
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Being an 'English Brit' myself it was great to see the layout of the flag printed correctly. All the tutorials I ever see always have the thin red stripes (corner to corner) in the middle of the white, but this fabric has it printed correctly (of course) set off-centre. If I ever make a multi UK flag quilt I would have to change the pattern, for the off-centre red stripe - my conscience wouldn't let me do otherwise :) Loved your backing for this one - very appropriate.
ReplyDeleteThat's so awesome! You should also check out Carla's union jack block tutorial from Granny Maud's Girl. https://grannymaudsgirl.wordpress.com/2015/02/01/union-jack-quilt-block-tutorial/
ReplyDeleteThis English gal loves it! I found the Union flag (apparently it's only the Union Jack when flown at sea) I bought for the olympics the other day - so glad Scotland are still with us!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, I love it! I've always wanted to make a giant Union Jack -- glad to hear there's a panel out there. Perfect choice for a backing too!
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