Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Quinn

 This is Quinn, the 10th quilt in the Stripology Quickies Club!!!
First, here are some "Quinn inspiration" I found on "Gudrun's Quilt Crew" Facebook page:
My Quilt Info:
Pattern: Quinn from GE Designs
Size: 70" x 84"
Batting: Quilters Dream 80/20
Thread: Glide--Sky
Pantograph: Bridges ⤵️ from Sew Shabby Pantos
I used the "Bridges" pantograph. It reminded me of an American couple in Japan--both were missionary kids that grew up in Japan. They named their baby "Bridge" as they wanted him to be a "bridge" between Japan and the US. 
Here are some close-ups of the 30 different traditional Japanese fabrics I used. 
They include favorite motifs of Japan, including kanji, bunnies, dragonflies, origami cranes, arrows and decorative balls, fans, turtles...
Cherry blossoms, Japanese styled flowers and symbols...
Sashiko designs, plum blossoms, more fans and origami cranes...
More dragonflies, butterflies, new years decorative balls, and kanji for fish...
I pieced together a back from some Japanese yardage that was full selvage width.⤵️
This is a large "lap" size quilt at 70" x 84". I usually aim for 60" x 80" for a lap/throw size. These blocks finish at 14" which makes it tricky to get close to 60" x 80".
I'm happy with this finish and will give it to someone with ties to Japan and the US.
Here are all 12 of Gudrun's quilts from the Stripology Quickies Club:
Below are my first 10 quilts from the Stripology Quickies Club. I made a table runner from the extra blocks of the first quilt, and the second quilt has two very different layouts, of which I made both. That's why I have twelve photos for the 10 quilts so far.
The eleventh quilt, "Winny", was released on October 8th. I'm working on my 2nd Winny right now!
Grace and peace!!! ~Nancy

23 comments:

  1. What a pretty quilt - LOVE the fabrics! The Bridge pantograph and story is wonderful. You've done a remarkable job doing all those quilts.

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  2. What an interesting design! Love all the fabrics.

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  3. Quinn does not look like it would be a quickie to make. I love the fabric palette you used. Its very comfy and cozy appealing.Can I ask what software you use to create the photo collage?

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  4. Quinn is a beautiful quilt, Nancy! I really like that design - it might be my favorite of all the Stripology Quickies you've made. The Japanese fabrics are so fun to look at, too. Congratulations on your finish!

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  5. Another great one to add to your collection. Beautiful fabrics and pattern.

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  6. Your quilt tells a lovely story! It will make the perfect gift. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss. https://www.inquiringquilter.com/questions/2025/10/14/wednesday-wait-loss-454

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  7. Quinn is a very interesting quilt. It looks tricky. You have such lovely fabrics. I’m sure the recipient will be thrilled.

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  8. What an eye catching quilt! It is dynamic! What a great story behind the quilting and the fabrics!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects

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  9. Fun seeing all the versions of Quinn. I love your subtle cornerstones, and the Japanese fabrics are always so fun to look at. I am always amazed as you seem to have a never ending supply of them. It is a gorgeous quilt, and bridges was a perfect pantograph for it...and the symbolism in the quilt.

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  10. I love this pattern. There is something about its symmetry combined with asymmetry that intrigues me. Hard to believe you are still wending your way through your Japanese fabric. You must have such fond memories of your time there. The idea of bridging cultures is so timely.

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  11. Love your version!!! The colors are gorgeous.

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  12. I love the quilt finish. Such a striking pattern to emphasize your beautiful fabrics. Your photography really shows off the hard work you completed.

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  13. I keep coming across Gudrun fans like you. It's great that you're enthused about her designs. You sure made "Quinn" to great effect with your use of these lovely Japanese prints. And it's really nice of you to give the quilt to someone with ties to Japan and the US. You're thoughtful to do that.

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  14. Quinn is beautiful. I wouldn't think it was a quickie quilt. I enjoyed seeing the other iterations of the design.

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  15. I love how you tied up the quilted design with the fabric choice, it's really beautiful.

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  16. Great quilt. And love that you used Japanese fabric. I'm sure the recipient will love it.

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  17. Ohh I really like Quinn - that is a fun one to follow around all the colors!

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  18. Another great quilt that works well with the fabric range. Bridges is a lovely quilt design too. Thank you for including the pics of other quilts using this design. It is fascinating to see how different they all look.
    Another wonderful finish.

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  19. A beautiful finish, and I do love the Japanese fabrics! Makes it so unique and interesting!

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  20. How pretty - and that quilting gave it amazing texture. I went to a Stripology ruler demo at the quilt show this weekend and was quite amazed at what she did with that ruler.

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  21. Oh wow, that's a beautiful and meaningful quilt! I love the detailed photos so I can admire each pattern and print, such lovely fabrics! Do you still use your initial stash from Japan, or do you purchase some fabrics? This Quinn pattern is beautiful, your version is the prettiest! The quilting pattern is also very beautiful, it fits perfectly with the purpose of your quilt. Thank you so much for sharing this beauty and linking up.

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  22. What a great pattern and your quilt is absolutely gorgeous, Nancy! Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings.

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