Kimonos - part 2

So I have been looking at the kimono patterns, since they were already printed - 3 of each style - plus I had all the colours piled up. Since this was a long weekend, I thought I had the perfect opportunity to get them done ;)

After looking at some inspiration pics on Google, I saw many layouts with thin borders and corner stones, so I put a white border on, and added an inner border.... but, I cheated a little ;) I made some strips and put them in as a folded edge. I think this will give it some dimension, plus it's easier to do.

Although many layouts used red and blue, I thought a gold would be better. Searched my stash and found a yellow that worked with all the patterns. I tacked them on by machine to hold them in place. Tested with some navy background to see if it was going to work ok.

So, I have done the horizontal strips, while trying to decide if I want cornerstones or not. I think I can do without, judging by the mockup.

So, I stitched the rows together, but clearly didn't pay enough attention to my original layout, because I put the in the wrong order ;( No matter, though, it still looks ok...

Looking for ideas on quilting, now, so I can get this one finished... It may be a candidate for the Canning Show this year as a wall quilt? I found an ornate stick I can use for the hanger that is the perfect length. 

I'm thinking binding in the yellow also - hopefully I have enough left!

Kimonos

I have always wanted to do a kimono quilt. So, after scouring the net for inspiration, I realised I already had a pattern I saved years ago.  One has 3 different types of kimono, plus another that is more complicated, and includes a head. As a bonus, I can use up some small scraps as contrast, but I can also use some brights and florals to keep it cheery....

Both patterns are foundation pieced, which should help any stretching issue. Each kimono has 3 pieces, so not too difficult. I will make them all, since they are already printed, so maybe I will make a cushion or bag with the other one? Will have to see what transpires....

I have tested the single coat, and I think has worked pretty well, although I think the hair should go down the side of the head, which will be easy to adjust. Alł fabric is from my scrap basket....

Now to test the other ones...

Not too bad, and quick, too! 

Now, seeing them all together, I think the one with the head wins! I can make them as I feel like it, but I need to reverse the pattern to get the stripe on the correct side....

They will not go to waste, though. I see bags or cushions in their future. ;)