Quilty Finish #12: Unity Quilt

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Unity Quilt #286

Size:  72" x 91"

Started 10/18/21 - Finished 4/12/22

I just love my Unity Quilt!  This is my fourth Bonnie Hunter quilt, and I am just amazed every time I finish one. 


I started this quilt in October 2021 and worked on it through November.  Then put it aside until the new year. I posted my progress here and here.


I finally got back to it in March when I decided to have it finished by Independence Day.  


I followed Bonnie's design without deviation and kept her color scheme.  Like most of her designs, this pattern has a gazillion small pieces, and I am always thankful for my Accuquilt cutter when working on Bonnie's designs.  I do say that her designs are definitely well worth the time and effort.


Although I had to purchase some of the light blue fabric, most of the fabrics were from my stash, and many have been around for many years.



The backing is pieced from my stash, and the batting is Warm & Natural.



The quilting design is Star E2E by ProStitcher.


When I started quilting over 20 years ago (with a 10-year gap), I never thought I could accomplish something like this.  But I was motivated to try Bonnie's designs after seeing all the beautiful quilts on social media.  I jumped in with the 2019 Frolic mystery, took it one step at a time, and amazed myself when I saw the finished quilt.

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Until next time ... 
Be happy and keep on quilting!

Comments

  1. AnonymousApril 15, 2022 at 9:26 PM

    Beautiful! What a fabulous finish!

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  2. Sylvia@TreadlestitchesApril 16, 2022 at 6:44 AM

    A perfect quilt for July 4th! I love all your fabrics, especially the peace sign print on the back. Congrats on a great finish!

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  3. Nancy @ Grace and Peace QuiltingApril 16, 2022 at 6:50 AM

    Wow, great job, Rita!!! BH quilts are a time investment and take a lot of patience. Yours is beautiful!

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  4. Barb NeiwertApril 17, 2022 at 6:09 AM

    Congrats! You got this finished well before Fourth of July. It's a beautiful work!

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  5. Alycia~QuiltygirlApril 19, 2022 at 7:20 AM

    Oh wow!!! That turned out SO amazing!!! the fabrics you chose are stunning!!!

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  6. Linda at Texas Quilt GalApril 19, 2022 at 8:03 AM

    Beautiful finish Rita! I like the peace sign backing fabric.

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  7. Jennifer Fulton Inquiring QuilterApril 19, 2022 at 3:45 PM

    What a great finish! Truly gorgeous and so patriotic! Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.

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  8. Leanne ParsonsApril 21, 2022 at 7:07 AM

    What a fabulous finish! Congratulations!

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  9. KateMay 2, 2022 at 4:11 AM

    Congrats on a beautiful finish! Bonnie's projects are always challenging, but that's part of what makes them fun.

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