My son wanted a heavy quilt and since he is 6 foot 5 his request was for a 7x8 foot size. I collected old Jeans and cut them into 10" blocks, used a light batting and backed the blocks with Flannel. Well believe me, it is heavy and my arthritis said "Never again". I delivered it yesterday and he was super excited about it.
We forgot to take a picture of the back so I am including the first 5 rows as they were on the design wall. By using the quilt as you go method this heavy project was manageable.
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113914Very lovely quilt, my favor fabric, Thank you for also showing the back.
Happy Stitching
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9792Angie, you did a beautiful job, love how straight you got your plaids. This must have weighed a ton! I have only made lap quilts out of denim and they are hard to work with with all that weight. NICE work!
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by crafter2243
18 Nov 2022
Thank you. It did weigh a ton and throughout the process and sewing, I needed to support the quilt, otherwise my sewing machine would complain.
59631Great job. I know what your mean with hands hurting. After doing my granddaughter's quilt my hands hurt so bad. I doubt I ever make another larger quilt. But hubby and grandson are both tall and would probably appreciate a longer quilt. I am sure your son is appreciative.
I couldn't use a heavy quilt. But Florida is warm - most of the time, and it is hard for me to sleep under quilts. My husband was from West Virginia, and he says he remembers waking up so sore when it was colder weather because of the weight of the multiple quilts they slept under. LOL
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by crafter2243
14 Nov 2022
Thank you for your comment. I myself do not like heavy covers. Love my down feather covers. They do well all year around.
44904Great work Angie, and I love the fact that it can be reversible! I'm sure he was thrilled with it.
I have light quilts, not heavy ones for me, Trevor loves heavy quilts, as he's a cold frog, but for me, it doesn't get that cold here in Newcastle. Love Chris
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by crafter2243
14 Nov 2022
Thanks Chris. I thought the jean material would be scratchy and the flannel gave it softness and warmth.
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57675What a beautiful labor of love you have created. I have no doubt he thanks you every night as he falls asleep. I hope you manage to recover quickly. I'm sure you were very happy to hand it to your son so your muscles can recover.
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by crafter2243
14 Nov 2022
Now with it getting cold arthritis kicked in, and handling the weight while sewing did not help. I am glad it is done and I like the result.
169064I’m like your son. I like a little heaviness to sleep under. This should keep him snug and warm. Nice job and I love those plaids.
I know all about handling heavy denim too. After I made a queen with denim, I too said ‘never again’. I have made smaller throw size with denim but do hope never to make another big bed quilt with it.
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by toogie
14 Nov 2022
I can well understand you. Just the old weather makes my recently mended shoulder hurt. I have quilted a quilt since my break but had to have frequent rest periods. Thankfully we do get them finished.🥴
109780That is lovely and he will feel tightly held by you every time he slips underneath it.
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36064466910115756you sure did a great job, heavy but worth it. I can imagine he loves it and is very proud to have a creative mom like you❤️😘
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by crafter2243
14 Nov 2022
Thank you. Yes he does love the quilt. Stitched all his grandchildren's names on the quilt plus his dogs names
743293Wow, this is totally awesome!! Oh, the things we do for our kiddos! Just imagine how comfortable he will sleep under this beautiful quilt!! Hugs to you and your son, Laura
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by crafter2243
14 Nov 2022
Thank you. You are right. I do not think I would do this for anyone else. Hugs 😊
96275What a fabulous quilt! No wonder your son loves it! I especially love the way you "broke up" the plain denim blocks with those splashes of color! Great idea!
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