Weekly Finish #8: Catching Rainbows RSC 2022

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Catching Rainbows

Finished Size: 83" x 94"



I finished the top for this quilt last year and posted about it here.  The pattern is Catching Rainbows by Bonnie Hunter @ Quiltville.  I chose this pattern for the 2022 Rainbow Scrap Challenge by ScrapHappy.


At first, I wasn't sure of the multi-color dots in the background fabric because it reminded me of measles😂.  But now that the quilt is finished, I think it's just right.




I chose a simple quilting design by My Creative Stitches called Cactus-Flower-Clamshell.


The quilt required 9-1/2 yards for the backing so I pieced it from material in my stash, and I used Warm & Natural batting, as usual.

I love Bonnie Hunter's designs but they entail so many small pieces and are larger sizes.  This top took me about 5 months to complete, working on it in between other projects.  It was a lot of work and I love it so it's a keeper.

I'm happy to join these linky parties.  Be sure to visit them to see what other quilters are sharing.
  • Patchwork & Quilts @ Quilting Patchwork Applique
  • Oh Scrap @ Quilting is More Fun Than Housework
  • Sew & Tell @ Melva Loves Scraps
  • Design Wall Monday @ Small Quilts & Doll Quilts
  • Midweek Makers @ Quilt Fabrication
  • Wednesday Wait Loss @ The Inquiring Quilter

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

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Comments

  1. Sharon KwilterMay 19, 2023 at 10:20 PM

    Your layout with the color continuing in the border is really creative. I love it.

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  2. Gwyned TrefethenMay 20, 2023 at 12:58 AM

    What a stunning finish. I particularly like how bright the border is surrounding the more subtle block section. Well worth the time you put into it.

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  3. Nancy @ Grace and Peace QuiltingMay 20, 2023 at 7:49 AM

    Wow, amazing, Rita!!! I understand about BH patterns--intense! Love the background--it add an aura from a distance!

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  4. Alycia~QuiltygirlMay 21, 2023 at 6:38 AM

    Oh how I LOVE this one!!!! All the happy colors and such a great block!! I think your multi colored polka dots was perfect!!!!

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  5. Jennifer Fulton Inquiring QuilterMay 22, 2023 at 5:09 AM

    Perfect quilt for RSC! The result is so lovely. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.

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