modern quilt design – Color Girl Quilts by Sharon McConnell

19 Jun

Polka Dot Bikini…Quilts to Inspire

January 15, 2024
Posted by Sharon
modern curved piecing, modern quilt design, polka dot bikini quilt, wedding ring quilt
1 comment

The double wedding ring quilt is arguably the most recognizable traditional quilt design. It's also one that many quilters aspire to sew. The Polka Dot Bikini quilt has that classic patchwork ring look, but...

14 Jul

Announcements, Finished Quilts, Mermaid Quilt

You’ll Love this Colorful “Mermaid”

July 16, 2017
Posted by Sharon
big block quilt, Classic Curves Ruler, easy curved piecing quilt, modern quilt design
4 comments

It's finally here! Pattern number three to accompany the Classic Curves Ruler is Mermaid. I am really excited about this design...so graphic and colorful, and so much potential. I made the sample on the pattern...

10 Mar

Curved PIecing, Finished Quilts, Published Work

New Quilt in Love Patchwork and Quilting!

March 10, 2017
Posted by Sharon
curved piecing quilt, Love Patchwork and Quilting, low volume quilt, modern quilt design, scrappy circles quilt
6 comments

I know I say this every time, but I SUPER happy to finally share this little quilt with you! Color Story is featured this month in Love Patchwork and Quilting magazine. This issue is...

25 Feb

Quilting Interest, Work in progress

Solids or Prints? Yes, Please!

February 25, 2017
Posted by Sharon
curved piecing quilt, mixing solids and print fabrics, modern quilt design, RJR fabrics, solid colors fabrics
4 comments

My main focus recently has been getting ready for quilt market in May. It is a sewing industry trade show for fabric people, designers, and publishers plus other sewing folks to show off their...

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