This is the fourth—and possibly last? (I said that last time) —design of my "Echoed" series. Originally, I created Echoed Swirls, then Echoed Curves. More recently, there was Echoed Circles, and now Echoed Stars!



This design takes after the original Echoed Swirls in its free-motion quilting look. Because of how the design is offset and nested, the rows are not easy to spot, which is why it could look like someone painstakingly fmq'ed it. 😉



I tried to make the stars vary slightly in size, without any of them being too big or too small. I also tried adjusting the tilt of the stars to give it a more organic look.



This design could be used for kids' quilts, modern quilts like this one, or even patriotic quilts. With the simple patchwork and a number of solid fabrics, I thought this quilt top could support quilting that's denser and more complex than with other quilt patterns.

The Quilt

Quilt Pattern

This is the Jelly Stripes quilt by Quilty Love. I finished it in October of 20...

Say hello to Wifi—a tech-inspired motif that blends mid-century curves with a playful, almost doodle-like feel. I've been on an "organic" kick lately, spending more time doodling since my class back in May with Karen McTavish. I'd really like to load up a practice sandwich again on my longarm frame and explore more shapes with free-motion quilting, just to see if any other pantograph ideas emerge.

With its arched echoes and nested half-circles, the design has a rhythm that hums along the quilt top like invisible signal waves. It’s bold but not overpowering, structured but still organic. These quirky motifs could also pass as rainbows. In fact, as I was watching this design stitch out, I caught a glimpse of an adorable rainbow on one of the pink prints. What a happy accident! 

 


Wifi might be a tech term, but this design doesn’t feel cold or clinical—it’s lively with just a hint of retro styling. It's fun to reimagine the ubiquitous symbols on our devices that we largely ig...