Friday 19 May 2023

Club Tropicana

I've finished my Swatch quilt and I've called it Club Tropicana. 

A while ago I started naming my quilts after my favourite songs from the 1980's and I loved Club Tropicana by Wham.  Here's link to the video in case you need a reminder.  This quilt does have some palm trees it in and the bright yellows remind me of pineapples, so Club Tropicana seemed appropriate. 




This was a quick and easy quilt to make and it will be perfect for my older son.  I won't have to worry about it living on the floor!

I'm proud to say that I made this one from my stash.  I got it quilted at Busy Bee Quilt Shop in Wellington with a modern design.





It's quite a big quilt, and I didn't want to have to piece a backing, so I chose this wonderful Kaffe wide back and I love it.  My son can use it either side up now.  



Finished size 60" x 72"

I cut my blocks at 5.5" x 9.5"


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9 comments:

Soma @ InkTorrents.com said...

The quilting design and quilt are made for each other. A wonderful quilt for your son!

-Soma

karenbbsnow said...

Lovely, cheerful quilt. That backing fabric is gorgeous and Club Tropicana is a very fitting name.

Gretchen Weaver said...

The quilt is so bright and happy but perfect for a young adult. It's fun to make simple designs, they sew up fast! Happy stitching!

Jocelyn is Canadian Needle Nana said...

Another beauty, Wendy. Thanks for showing those gorgeous fabrics up close.

Deb said...

What a wonderful backing for that quilt! I love that it can be used both ways!

Jocelyn said...

I love how your quilt turned out! Looks great.

Anorina @SameliasMum said...

Your quilt turned out beautifully and what an absolute gorgeous backing. Your son will love it.

Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting said...

I don't remember that song, but the quilt is great!!! I love the quilting design you chose! Wonderful gift for your son!!!

Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting said...

I keep coming back to look at the quilting! Do you know the name of that pantograph, Wendy? Thanks!!!