These baby quilts are made from 5" charm squares of Japanese prints, cut from leftover bits and saved up over several years.
I'm making 30 baby quilts to send to the mission board in Japan that my husband and I worked with for 25+ years. They will display them at a special event in Tokyo, in my husband's memory, before taking them on a mission trip to Cambodia in the fall. Read to the end to find out my current baby quilt count.
My Quilt Info #1:
Size: 41" x 50"
Batting: Quilters Dream 100% Cotton
Thread: Glide--Denim
I picked quilting designs that are similar to Japanese sashiko designs. This style of " Baptist Fan" is used a lot in traditional Japanese motifs. You can see it in 2 of the prints in this quilt. ⤵️
My younger daughter was visiting home recently. One afternoon she volunteered to arrange quilt squares on the design wall for me. She set up a total of 17 quilts, including these four. What a time saver for me!
My Quilt Info #2:
Pattern: 99 Charms
Size: 41" x 50"
Batting: Quilters Dream 100% Cotton
Thread: Glide--Denim
My Quilt Info #3:
Pattern: 99 Charms
Size: 41" x 50"
Batting: Quilters Dream 100% Cotton
Thread: Glide--Denim
This sashiko inspired quilting design is called "Baptist Diamonds".
I have 2 side-by-side design walls, each 4 feet wide X 7 feet tall. While my daughter was arranging on one design wall, I was labeling the set-up quilt on the other design wall and taking it down in order. Then she would move over to the now empty design wall and start all over again. I had the squares presorted for her in stacks of 99.
My Quilt Info #4:
Pattern: 99 Charms
Size: 41" x 50"
Batting: Quilters Dream 100% Cotton
Thread: Glide--Denim
For something different, she arranged this quilt in a colorwash style. I like how it turned out!
I'm calling these quilts "99 Charms" as they are 9 charm squares across and 11 charm squares down. A blog reader said that's what they call them in their charity quilt group.
I thought it would be good to have some Japanese print baby quilts for the Japanese group to take with to Cambodia.
Here are all four Japanese "99 Charms" quilts. I have one more arranged and ready for stitching, but that will have to be another day.
My current count of on-hand baby quilts is 28. I have 8 pieced tops that need quilting and binding, and 6 more arranged and ready for sewing.
I have quite a few pink quilts, so I may go beyond 30 and then pick out a more even number of boy and girl quilts to ship.
Grace and peace!!! ~Nancy
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I was wondering how big your design wall is - sounds like you had a nice assembly line going! I really love the colorwash quilt, but they are all beautiful. That is so nice they will be displayed in memory of your husband. I look forward to seeing photos of the display. Will there be photos of their arrival in Cambodia?
ReplyDeleteEach of these quilts is beautiful, but I especially love the colorwash quilt. The thirty quilts you are making are a beautiful tribute in memory of your husband. Sheila in WI
ReplyDeleteI really love that you are using Japanese prints for some of these quilts and that your daughter was able to help in the project, too. They are all delightful, and I really like the colorwash variation. Thank you so much for linking up with Favorite Quilt Finish!
ReplyDeleteAll the 99 charms quilts are so nice! Making them for the mission is giving your hands and heart a way to honor Mahlon!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome way to honor the memory of your husband! Those finishes are terrific. It is wonderful you have finished so many quilts already! I love that your daughter created the layouts. Isn't it fun to have that kind of assistance!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful way to honor Mahlon! Glad that your daughter was there to help. I am sure these quilts will be so loved.
ReplyDeleteSo very pretty and cheerful! I like Japanese prints; at one time I was obsessed with them and always bought some when I attended quilt festival in Houston. It’s nice to have a quilting helper to arrange the squares for you! I’m sure it speeds up the process!
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilts and a great mission.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a kind and generous person Nancy. These quilts in honor of your hubby is heart warming for sure.
ReplyDeleteEvery time I see these quilts, I want to make one, too! These are beautiful in every color combination, Nancy - your daughter did a great job with her layouts. This is going to be a wonderful tribute to Mahlon, and the quilts will be so loved!
ReplyDeleteOnce again - always! - you have been hard at work making beautiful quilts. I'm envious that you had a "personal design" to share the process with. No doubt that made the making even more fun. You made good choices, using Japanese prints, and lovely longarm quilting designs. What a beautiful tribute to Mahlon. He's so proud of you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet legacy you are creating for your husband’s memory. How sweet those quilts are.
ReplyDeleteYou really are on a roll with these quilts. What a bonus to have your daughter helping as well. It sounds like you had quite a production line happening with all the quilt prep.
ReplyDeleteThese quilts are a delight and including the Japanese fabric is a very thoughtful idea.
How special that the quilts will be displayed in Tokyo before being donated. That is a lovely tribute to Mahlon, and to you.
It sounds like you still have quite a few to work on. Good luck.
Wow, I love them all! What a terrific job made by Susanna and you, a fabulous mother-daughter collaboration! I'm so happy that they will be displayed at this special event in Tokyo, your teamwork makes it even more meaningful. Your quilting patterns fit perfectly with the theme, pretty designs!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing them and linking up, hugs
These quilts are delightful. Such a great way to use those Japanese prints.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing all these wonderful quilts. This a great project to keep you centered and give you purpose during a difficult time. I got a big kick out of the first quilt when I noticed a 4 patch, just one, in the quilt. You and your assistant are making a difference in the world.
ReplyDeleteThese are so sweet! i love that they will be displayed in your husbands honor before going to snuggle their forever friend. you have such a big heart!
ReplyDeleteThey're all wonderful, and I bet it's so rewarding with to see the finishes pile up!
ReplyDeleteYour quilts, and your quilt are fantastic. Love the quilt design you chose for each.
ReplyDeleteThe quilts are gorgeous, Nancy. And what is even more special is that you got to spend time with your daughter in the making of these. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun way to use up those Japanese prints. The quilting on each of them works well with the squares.
ReplyDeleteEvery one of these quilts has been awesome. What a great use of charms.
ReplyDeleteLove these! What a lovely tribute to your husband. I love how your daughter was able to help you, making it a family affair. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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You are doing a fabulous job making all the quilts. I love the special thoughts that go into each one, especially the inclusion of the Japanese prints and motifs. I think of all of those babies getting a hug from you and a blessing from Mahlon in each of these quilts.
ReplyDeleteYou constantly amaze me, Nancy! Great job on all of these quilts. I think simple charm quilts are awesome. Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings.
ReplyDeleteI will leave another high five for the colorwash version. I am so into structured designs ;)
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