In July, one of my Patreon’s unlocked a mini mini quilt reward. I like to check in with the individual to see if they have any specific requests or preferences, and in this case I was given free reign to do what ever spoke to me. I turned to my husband for a bit of advice, and he said, “transparency”. I mulled it over for a bit and came up with this little mini mini quilt:
Patreon Mini Mini Quilt
Using the Alison Glass charm squares that I still have on hand from the swaps late last year, I went for a color progression transparency / overlapping effect.
Patreon Mini Mini Quilt
I am especially pleased with how the binding lines up with the color progression, too!
Patreon Mini Mini Quilt – Backing
In my continuing desire to “try it all”, I used 28wt Aurifil thread in 2600 (Dove) to quilt this little mini mini quilt. I put the 28wt thread on top and in the bobbin and did not adjust any tension settings. I did both straight line and some free motion quilting with the thread – including overlapping the thread with the pebbles – and once again I am super pleased with the results!
Patreon Mini Mini Quilt – Backing
In fact, I might just love the back of this mini mini quilt as much as the front! The backing fabric itself was from a gifted fat quarter, so I’m not exactly sure what the print is, but I think the photographs give you the correct impression that the print has a nice silvery glitter / shimmer to it.
Patreon Mini Mini Quilt
When I was working on this mini mini quilt, I was reminded of how fun and satisfying these small finishes can be. This mini mini quilt finished at 4.75-inches square. Do you have any suggestions for fun, fast, and satisfying finishes like this mini mini quilt?
Linking up with Finish It Friday.
What a cute mini quilt and as usual your quilting is really gorgeous, have a lovely weekend xxx
This is really cute! I love how you are experimenting with different threads and quilting designs. I like the colours you chose for this mini mini.
A cutie for sure! I love the binding it was meant to work with your fabrics.
Love it. Makes me want to push my other projects to the side and make a mini! I really like the back = cool binding fabric .
You had me at the binding!! And your quilting just elevates this little mini mini – it’s too cute! Don’t you just love it when you appreciate the back as much as the front?! Those pebbles are sooo cute!
I love little mini quilted projects – my current go-tos are mug rugs and pin cushions 😉
Sew cute.
Super cute! Napkins are another fast project… pin cushions, zip pouches, mouse pads, pot holders, gift bags…. 😉
Symmetry, movement in shades, and a binding that is perfect. The quilting is a finish to round it off just as you would like, LOVE it.
I couldn’t have said it better, great description, Jean! Yvonne, what is that binding, again?
Love this little treasure!
Cute wee quilt as we say here . Your recipient will love it
Lots of great quilting on such a small surface! Minis are so satisfying & great for practicing my free motion quilting. I’ve started a collection that I’m leaving un-binded because I love seeding the natural batting peeking out the edge. I do edge stitch around it to help hold things in place. I love making quick little totes & pillows when I need a fast finish!
This is a great little mini, Yvonne! I love a quick finish! What an interesting idea Patreon is and what a great benefit!
Love the rainbow binding. A very fun and colorful mini.
So cute! The binding is the perfect finishing touch to this mini mini.
It’s pretty and cute!
This is so bright and fun! I love your quilting choices.
your quilt mini is very cute!! that gives me ideas!