Hey Dot by Zen Chic has been in my “collection of fabric” since the fall of 2016. I loved the bright colors and simple prints. So here sat my layer cake, until now.
I wanted an easy pattern and one that would be good for the larger prints in the fabric. Here is my choice.
This is from the Fat Quarter Shop shortcut quilts, using a Jolly Bar. It is called Jolly Bar Meringue. Here is the link for the free pattern.
I had to order the ruler, hello Amazon. Of course, since I was waiting for that ruler to start cutting this quilt, I ripped open that package. It was missing a very important corner for a ruler, so had to go back. But another came in two short days. Cutting then began.
The pattern calls for 1 Jolly Bar, but I wanted to increase the size of this quilt, so the Layer Cake that I had was going to be perfect. I decided on 8 x 8 blocks. I pulled out the low volume prints to use some other time and got to cutting.
The blocks went together quickly.
In no time I had all the blocks together and quilting happening. I decided to do my usual straight line quilting, but did it 1 inch apart. I think it was the right choice for these fabrics and pattern.
I used Kona Chartreuse for the backing. Ordered it for pick up at Joann’s. Two yards, I know what was I thinking I needed four yards. So placed another order for two more yards. When I was about one quarter of the way done with the quilting I thought to myself, why didn’t I go on Etsy and see if they had any of the Hey Dot yardage. That would have been a great idea for the back. Maybe next time I’ll think ahead. I love when I have a good idea, just wish they came sooner at times.
Here she is with her label and striped binding.
Linking up with some friends.
This is so bright and pretty! The Kona Chartreuse is a wonderful choice for the backing. I sewed one of these quilts when they released the pattern with Halloween prints and I played with the layout and added a spider web to the quilting. It was a fun and easy sew. After seeing yours I want to make another, larger quilt in the original layout. Thank you for sharing and inspiring in my linky party today. Happy quilting … 🙂 Pat
Perfect pattern for your layer cake! I love how it turned out and that bright backing.
That is beautiful! That was a great decision to use that fabric with that pattern. It looks like a very happy quilt.
What a great pattern for a layer cake! The result is a very pretty quilt. Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.
I love the movement that the quilt top has, and the striped binding is such a wonderful compliment to the front and frame for the backing. Hooray for using up a layer cake long in the stash!
What a great pattern for your layer cake! Thanks for the link!
Perfect fabrics for a perfect quilt:)
Sweet quilt, quilting and binding, Jan!!!
Another Beautiful Quilt!!!
This is a fabulous quilt. Seems maybe citronickle has caught your fancy too! I have been meaning to play more withe half rectangles…one day. This is a great pattern to remember. Does it have a destination?
Wow, so pretty! Love the bright and colorful fabrics.
I missed this post (I’m not sure how that happened?) – anyway, I love this quilt. It came out really well! Such a happy, sunny quilt. Of course, I’m in love with the backing!! Nice finish, Jan!
Oh How cool is that!! What a great way to showcase those awesome prints!