March 2012 Jadyn’s Quilt

When it was time to piece our third granddaughter’s quilt, there was no reason to keep it a secret.  Jadyn knew it was coming and had specific ideas of what she wanted in her quilt.  It was a time in her life when she loved all things “butterfly” and she wanted a butterfly quilt.  So off we went to the quilt shop together where she helped pick out the fabrics.  Rather than use specific butterfly prints, we chose fabrics that were bright and happy and which would create an illusion of a butterfly garden.  On one square I appliquéd little butterflies.  Once again, Jim helped with the cutting and choosing how to lay out each square.  It was a fun quilt to make, but even more fun to give.  Jadyn was delighted and I have had many opportunities to see it on her bed.  If butterflies are kisses from God, then this quilt is a kiss from me to Jadyn.  It was machine quilted by Judith Kraker who is an award winning quilter and quilt designer.