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Zane’s Quilt
Zane’s Quilt, 85″ square

It’s done! Yesterday I got the binding done and the label attached. I even made a zippered storage bag for it. I really love how the plaid binding worked out. I think it’s the perfect finishing touch.

Zane’s Mom picked the Bible verse for the label. Sewing that one was the last step. The bag is made from leftover backing fabric and I added the same icons that I used on the pillows. The bag is about 25″ square and holds the quilt folded into 8ths.

It’s quilted with a patriotic pantograph design using Superior Magnifico thread in a bronze color. In the middle photo you can see how the backing fabric matched the UNC shirt block.

When I deliver the quilt, I will also get to deliver the 12 pillows for his brothers and sisters.

I am over the moon with the way this project turned out and it was a joy to work on a memory quilt that wasn’t emotionally draining. I truly hope this is the last one.

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9 responses to “Zane’s Quilt”

  1. KFarwig Avatar
    KFarwig

    Your memory quilt and the pillows turned out great. What a wonderful keepsake for his family!

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  2. lindanca Avatar
    lindanca

    Bless you, Vicki. The quilt is stunning. I am not connected with the family at all, but I find the quilt quite moving. The cross simply lights up the whole quilt without being overpowering. Each block, in itself, speaks volumes. As you mentioned, the binding fabric is perfect to tie it all together. And then the pillows…. perfect!

    Can you take a little break now to sorta switch gears?

    Thank you for sharing your journey with these marvelous works of art and heart.

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  3. geneblack Avatar
    geneblack

    The quilt turned out very nicely. It is a sweet tribute to one gone too soon. I know that the pillows will be loved by the brothers and sisters.

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  4. Carole @ From My Carolina Home Avatar
    Carole @ From My Carolina Home

    It is an amazing quilt, and something that will be cherished for generations! The pillows are such a wonderful addition, so everyone has a memory of his life.

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  5. marmic1954 Avatar
    marmic1954

    I didn’t realize he was so young…sad. I know his family members will treasure these memory items and bless you for making them.

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  6. Vicki in MN Avatar
    Vicki in MN

    Congrats on a job well done! I am sure it was a bit of an emotional journey for you to work on .

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  7. Wanda Hanson Avatar
    Wanda Hanson

    There were some nice colors to work with in this memory quilt and that makes it feel like a celebration of his life.

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  8. lifewithmore Avatar
    lifewithmore

    This is one of the most incredible things our family has ever been given. No words can convey how grateful we are to have this in memory of our son, Zane. Vicki’s talent and generosity is such a gift! He was a wonderful son and brother. He never once gave us a moment of trouble in his life. He was such a great example to his younger siblings. He was a blessing every day of the 21 years, 3 weeks, and 4 days of his life. This is a priceless family heirloom that we will cherish dearly.

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I’m Vicki Welsh and I’ve been making things as long as I can remember. I used to be a garment maker but transitioned to quilts about 20 years ago. Currently I’m into fabric dyeing, quilting, Zentangle, fabric postcards, fused glass and mosaic. I document my adventures here.

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