Sometimes if you listen to your quilt it can take you in unexpected
directions. I knew that I wanted to work on some small quilts so I could
work on improving my free motion quilting skills. I decided on three
patterns by Sara Cibelli. I made the first pattern “Teasel” and it
turned out so well that instead of sashing and quilting it and I decided
to make the next pattern “Ragged Robin” which also turned out
beautifully. I then decided to use EQ to help me design a quilt that
would tie together and enhance Sara Cibellis patterns. I experimented
with a nine patch layout inspired by the book 9 Patch Pizzaz. Once I
found a pleasing layout I added patterns from Mckenna Ryans “Petals of
the Heart” series, and colored the design to tie the different applique
designs together and to give the impression of morning sunlight reaching
outward to awaken wildflowers growing in a forest glen. I quilted this
myself.