True Love
In January 2026 Kathleen Tracy of Kathy Tracy Quilts put out a pattern for a mini-Valentine chain quilt that finished 15’’ square. It has tinny piecing and a little wool applique heart in the center. I decided to enlarge the quilt. I added a pieced border that frames the center beautifully. A few more fabric borders to anchor colors then an on-point border made from 9-patch blocks. A large expanse of light pink in the four corners was perfect to showcase applique.
I created a floral and vine pattern using hearts for the flowers. I chose wool applique to add texture, color and a bit of whimsey to the quilt. The appliques are stitched with matching thread. The edges are embroidered with floss using the button hole stitch. A final outer border in strong red prints created the final frame.
For the backing I used the “Rolling Sea” print by Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts for Andover Fabrics. The batting is 50% Bamboo/50% Cotton. Exquisite custom quilting finishes this true love quilt.
Finished size: King - 96.25’’ x 96’’