Small Quilts

When the 8-pointed star block and the snowball block are artfully arranged together it creates a pleasing diagonal frame for the appliqué in this original design by Karel.  A simple but sweet flower vase is at the center and then layered appliqué flowers are centered in the surrounding blocks. So many charming blue and tan fabrics were used in the piecing of this quilt, including the lovely paisley border fabric.  It’s interesting that 8-pointed stars are almost hidden until you look for them.  Attention to detail and workmanship are evident in this special quilt.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature sleeve are included on the back of the quilt.

The beautiful blue and tan paisley fabric in the border were the inspiration for the color palette of this Starberry quilt.  The use of neutral log cabin blocks using cream and tan fabrics as the background for the center design were a nice choice.  A woven tan fabric used as the background for the stars and berries creates added visual interest paired next to the 54-40 or fight star blocks as Log cabin blocks finish out the corners. The beautiful hand-quilting really shows up well in the small diamonds called cross-hatching on the background triangles.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back.

A classic color palette was chosen for this charming original Starberry design.  Using pieced background log cabin blocks for the center background was a creative choice.  Stars and berries with a center flower are beautifully appliquéd along with precise piecing on the corner log cabin and 54-40 or fight star blocks.  Hand-quilted diamonds called cross-hatching have been done on the floral fabric triangles surrounding the center block. All the elements of this design come together in such a delightful way on this classic quilt.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back.

Hollyhocks and a bluebird play nicely together with flowers and buds alongside some of Karel’s favorite pieced blocks including a log cabin, churn dash, Ohio star, and pinwheel in this original design. Hour glass, and triangle borders meander among the blocks as creative borders. The quilt uses classic colors in this attractive original design.  The lovely, green floral fabric used in the border compliments the quilt’s fabrics so well.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back

This happy small quilt was inspired by Karel’s love of butterflies in her flower garden during the summer. The blue and yellow color scheme is reminiscent of sunshine and blue skies.  Morning glories wind their way around the butterfly house and have hand embroidered french knots in the center of each flower. Friendship stars and 9-patch blocks are featured with a yellow and blue butterfly amongst them. The hand quilting and appliqué  are expertly done in this cheerful quilt.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back.

Karel was thinking spring when she created this original design with hopping bunnies and a bluebird perched on the branch over a birdbath.  Tulips and a daffodil are welcome signs that spring has arrived along with flower pots all ready for planting. A white sheep holds a small wool heart in his mouth a corner block. Don’t miss the bunny tails and ears that feature wool appliquéd pieces for added texture.  Pieced blocks including trip around the world, Sarah’s choice, 8-pointed star which are some of Karel’s favorites. This quilt is ready to find the perfect place in your home and the work is beautifully done.

A hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back.

This delightful quilt came about as a result of Karel’s love of Dresden Plates, and stars and  including many fabrics to create a scrappy look.   The floral wreath in the center has been surrounded with appliquéd  Dresden Plates and pieced 8-pointed stars which are a charming frame for a center appliqué flower. For added interest, Karel chose to use different fabrics in the sashing surrounding the blocks for a scrappy look.  Note the different background fabrics used in the blocks as well. A green print was chosen for the outer border to echo the color of leaves in nature. The piecing is precise and the appliqué and hand-quilting are  beautiful in this special quilt.

A hanging sleeve along with Karel’s signature patch is included on the back.

Five Dresden plates set on point are the focus of this fine traditional quilt. The Dresden plates are machine pieced and then hand appliquéd to each of the background squares. They are surrounded by Karel’s signature triple borders and corner squares.  Cross-hatching has been hand quilted on the set in triangles and creates a diamond design.   Many different fabrics were used on each plate which adds lots of interest.  A small floral blue print was used for the border for the perfect finish on this beautiful quilt.

a hanging sleeve and Karel’s signature patch are included on the back.