Blogger's Quilt Festival: my pixelated sewing machine

9:04:00 PM

I thought I'd throw my hat in the ring in the Blogger's Quilt Festival, going on right now at Amy's Creative Side.


My absolute favorite quilt I have ever made was my pixelated version of my very first sewing machine, a Brother Pacesetter from the 1970's which my mum handed down to me when I first moved out on my own.
I wanted to make a funky wall-hanging/mini-quilt, and I thought, hey, why not 'pixelate' the Brother?

I started out with a load of 1" squares in 13 colors (12 shades of green, including Kona Emerald):
I then got to work setting out my 'pixels' and sewing them all together in sections:

 ...and then attached those larger sections together:
...got to work basting the layers,
...and then started quilting it, trimming threads as I went...
 Quilting, quilting, quilting...
And, all done, bound in my one 'other' color, Kona Hibiscus, also integrated in the machine in 5 pixels, finished size (27.5" x 22"):

I thought I'd link this up for entry into the "Small Quilts" Category.

I would love it if you would vote in the Festival! And remember to link up your Viewer's Choice link for the quilt you like the most!

My quilt, and all of the others in the Small Quilts Category can be found 

{HERE}.

Happy sewing everyone!


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31 comments

  1. CarlaMay 19, 2014 at 9:15 PM

    This is very cute. Love the colour you chose

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  2. The nosy pepperMay 19, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    That is seriously AHmazing!!!

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  3. CitricSugarMay 19, 2014 at 11:57 PM

    Glad to see you entered, Erin! And of course, this is one of my favourites of yours.... I never tire of it - it's just so great!

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  4. WendyMay 20, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    that is so cool! It would suit my machine perfectly as I've got a Husqvarna Emerald!

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  5. KrisMay 20, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    Simply love it. I can tell those pieces are small. I am working on a pixelated project but think I am going to put my squares on a fusible to keep it organized. I can't decide but I hope it comes out half as cool as this..wow!

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  6. JeanieMay 20, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    Just fabulous! There is so much work and precision to make this turn out so great!

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  7. ReneeMay 20, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    I've loved this one since the first time I saw it! Great colors and concept! Such a great quilt.

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  8. Shelley @ Cora's QuiltsMay 20, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    Gorgeous quilt! Love the pixel work and the colors are fantastic!

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    1. ✄ Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy ✄May 21, 2014 at 8:16 PM

      Hey Shelley! You're a no-reply blogger so I'll respond to you here, and hopefully you'll come back to read my response!

      Thank you SO much. I really had a lot of fun with it, even if it took forever, lol. And I do love me a retro sewing machine!!

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  9. RachelMay 20, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    Those are some tiny pieces! Where did you even put (iron) the seams? ;) Very nice work. Love the colors.

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  10. Diana @ Red Delicious LifeMay 20, 2014 at 9:15 PM

    That is quite amazing. You must have the patience of a saint to deal with such tiny pieces. Turned out great! Good luck!

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  11. BethMay 21, 2014 at 10:07 AM

    Really great quilt. My favorite colors, too.

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  12. ShannonMay 21, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    This is really really fabulous! great job!

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  13. Chris Dodsley @made by ChrissieDMay 21, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    Dropping by from BQF, your wall hanging is wonderful, for me it sums up the entire festival, awesome :D

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  14. purduepamMay 22, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    Oh so wonderful. Great colors and composition.

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  15. Ольга РоманивMay 22, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    Erin portrait sewing machine fascinates me! Bravo!

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  16. DeonnMay 22, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    Oh, this is terrific, Erin! So glad you shared it on BQF! I just bought an old Kaiser sewing machine for $50 that is just about this color - my fave! And the pixelated idea - 1" squares = 1/2" finished?? Marvelous!

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  17. Katelyn @ Sing While CraftingMay 22, 2014 at 10:44 PM

    Oh. My. Goodness. This is awesome!
    - Katelyn @ Sing While Crafting

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  18. VeraMay 23, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    I think I saw this at Pantone quilt challenge - Emerald. If I'm not mistaken. It truly is awesome!

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  19. JadeMay 23, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    I love this so much!!

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  20. Bluebell Ridge HandworksMay 23, 2014 at 4:48 PM

    Erin!! Congratulations on making it into the Blogger's Choice Viewer's Choice!! Hooray! Hooray! This little quilt is certainly deserving of the recognition...and you, too, for the awesome vision!

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  21. suemacMay 24, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    Very cute. I have made a hexagon sewing machine for a swap but nothing this elaborate.

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  22. CilleMay 25, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    Fun and very creative :) Congratulations with your nomination.

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  23. moiraMay 29, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    cool and effective. love it

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  24. CarlaMay 30, 2014 at 1:03 PM

    Very cool. Great and fun idea.

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  25. BethJune 1, 2014 at 2:01 AM

    Well, yay for you! Congratulations on your win.

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  26. BettyJune 1, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    A+ for originality!! stunning colours & beautifully quilted.
    A well deserved win!!

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  27. Laura BJune 1, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    Congratulations on your win. This is terrific. I know how much work a pixel quilt can be because I'm working on a large one, which you can view in progress here: http://catscrossing-laura.blogspot.ca/2014/03/work-in-progress-bluenose-ii-pixel.html

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  28. Donna BakerJune 1, 2014 at 6:44 PM

    this is my kind of quilt - all my favorite colors! congratulations!!

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  29. calvinewersJanuary 7, 2016 at 6:51 AM

    The information and the aspect were just wonderful. I think that your viewpoint is deep, it’s just well thought out and truly incredible to see someone who knows how to put these thoughts so well. Good job! remalladora

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  30. UnknownApril 10, 2017 at 12:25 AM

    nice

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