Teacher Quilts 2013
The 2013 school year is at an end and once again I have made a quilt for my little one’s teachers. Something I have done since 2003 while my boys are in primary school.
This year S2 enjoyed the tutorage of two teachers which split their duties across the week.
Teacher 1 – Quilt Top
- Sarah Watson’s Luxe in Bloom collection Art Gallery Fabrics.
- Judy Martin’s Liberty Bell Star (with a little appliquéd flower in the centre)
- Finished size 60″ x 60″
Backing
- Label designed by me and printed by Spoonflower. Contains the names of the children in the class.
- Luxe in Bloom
- Robert Kaufman Quilters Linen Chartreuse
Quilting
- Various designs quilted with Aurifil 50wt 5015 cotton thread.
Teacher 2 – Quilt Top
- Assortment of French General fabrics from Moda. Featured prominently are prints form the La Petite Ecole collection.
- Century of Progress Block #3941 from BlockBase
- Finished quilt size – 60″ x 60″
Backing
- French General fabrics from Fa La La La collection.
- Label designed by me and printed by Spoonflower. Contains the names of the children in the class.
Quilting
- Aurifil 4140 50wt cotton (blue) and Superior So Fine 413 (Deep red).
15 Comments
Paula
Gosh, what lucky teachers your children have. These are really beautiful quilts, I am sure they will be very much appreciated and enjoyed.
Di
Amazing teacher gifts Jane. I'm sure they will love them.
Jess @ Scrappy n Happy
That is really cool how the label has all the kids names on it! Will have to keep that in mind for next year!
suemac
You went all out on these quilts. I am sure the teachers were thrilled.
Brenda
lovely!
Ella
Wow. As a teacher, it means so much to get thank yous. These are MAJOR thank yous.
Ms. C
Such a beautiful gift for teachers!
Ms. C
Those are two beautiful gifts that I'm sure the teachers will love!
Rachaeldaisy
The teachers will love these!! They're both really wonderful, great graphic designs and fabulous fabric choices and Of course the quilting is brilliant!
Christine
Wow .. they are beautiful. Wish your kids were in my classes.
Fiona
those are amazing gifts for the teachers…. beautiful work…
Hugz
cass
Wow these are beautiful Jane
Melody
Wow, the most wonderful gifts
Vicki Posten
The teachers of the next grade will be scrambling to get your children in their class next year! Beautiful work.
Gemini Jen NZ
Goodness! That beats a box of chocolates! How very generous of you to give your time and talent to these lovely gifts! I am a teacher and I would be delighted to be given such a treat! Well done!