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January 8, 2019 · 19 Comments

Ivy League Quilt: The Sonata Blog Tour

Blog Tour· Modern Quilt· Quilt Pattern· Quilting

Note: the pattern for Ivy League quilt can be found in the Wren Collective pattern shop.

Introducing the Ivy League quilt! This is the first quilt pattern offered from Wren Collective, so it has an extra special place in my heart.

A Little Background

I have been such a huge fan of Amy Sinibaldi since I started quilting, so I was beyond thrilled when she asked me to be part of her showcase for her latest line, Sonata. There isn’t a line of Amy’s that I don’t absolutely adore, and this is no exception. Plus, it makes my inner band geek super happy. I played the flute for several years growing up in the concert, marching, and pep bands.

The fabrics I chose for my project are so soft and dreamy! From left to right: Ink Light, Josephine Classic, Josephine Poetic, Edelweiss Joy, Edelweiss Ode, Floral No. 9 Bold, and Ink Thunder. Not pictured below but used at the top of my quilt for the lightest color gradient was Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Elements Solid in Sweet Macadamia.

Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a commission if you choose to click through and make a purchase.

The Inspiration Behind Ivy League Quilt

I decided to make a simple triangle throw quilt (I can never resist a good triangle quilt!) that kind of reminds me of cozy argyle socks. Nerd alert, I know. I really do love how the light-to-dark gradient turned out.

The biggest challenge I encountered while making this was deciding on a fabric for the back. A tiny voice in my head kept saying “Rach, that red-orange floral from the Sonata line could be pretty awesome!” Then a much louder, rational voice in my head said “Ummmmm….whoa. That’s bold. Calm down, woman!”

After a couple glasses of wine, I decided to listen to the tiny voice in my head (she’s fun—I like her) and ordered this backing from Cottoneer. Here are some photos of my final project for this Sonata Showcase:

 That pop of red from the back is just SO fun! Also, I’m really going to miss this bedroom when we move to Omaha. That pop of red from the back is just SO fun! Also, I’m really going to miss this bedroom when we move to Omaha.  Totally reminds me of argyle socks. In a cool way, of course. Argyle chic. Totally reminds me of argyle socks. In a cool way, of course. Argyle chic.

 I haven’t quite mastered the quilt chair drape yet. I’m trying. I’m probably trying too hard.   Edited to add :  I’ve gotten some emails asking where this chair and plant stand are from. Amazon!  This  is the chair pictured above, and  here is the link  for the plant stand. The snake plant is also from Amazon, believe it or not.  Here is a link  to the plant.

A Few More Details

I haven’t quite mastered the quilt chair drape yet. I’m trying. I’m probably trying too hard. Edited to add : I’ve gotten some emails asking where this chair and plant stand are from. Amazon! This is the chair pictured above, and here is the link for the plant stand. The snake plant is also from Amazon, believe it or not. Here is a link to the plant.  Seriously—the fabrics in this line are just so DREAMY! I am in love. This quilt isn’t going anywhere. Seriously—the fabrics in this line are just so DREAMY! I am in love. This quilt isn’t going anywhere.

Thanks for stopping by my blog, friends! I hope to have more content on here in the near future, so make sure to drop back by sometime soon. And I would be remiss if I didn’t link to the other amazing makers in this Showcase. Make sure to check them out and give them some love:

1.2.19 – Kneesocks and Goldilocks

1.3.19 – Sarana Ave

1.4.19 – Cotton + Joy

1.5.19 – Love You Sew

1.6.19 – Lo & Behold Stitchery

1.7.19 – Shannon Fraser Designs

1.8.19 – Wren Collective (Oh hey there!)

1.9.19 – Lillyella

1.10.19 – My Sweet Sunshine

1.11.19 – Quilters Candy Box

1.12.19 – Just Acorn

1.13.19 – Ginger Root Bag

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Comments

  1. Larisa says

    January 8, 2019 at 1:07 pm

    I love this!!! The quilt is gorgeous!!! 😍😍😍. I’m glad you listened to the little voice in your head.

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks for letting me use your space to photograph it! You’re the best. <3

      Reply
  2. Shannon says

    January 8, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    Beautiful quilt, my friend! And I really love the gradient from light to dark! Well done!

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 4:05 pm

      Shannon, thank you so much for being such a great quilty friend! Love ya, girl!

      Reply
  3. Amy says

    January 8, 2019 at 3:32 pm

    ah, your work is just gorgeous and dreamy. Thank you for participating in the blog tour Rachel! xo

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 4:03 pm

      You’re so sweet, Amy. Thank you again so much for including me. I love this line and quilt so much!

      Reply
  4. Sarai says

    January 8, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    Gorgeous quilt Rachel!!!

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 4:02 pm

      Sarai! Thank you so much for reading the blog! That is so cool! <3

      Reply
  5. Kelsey Kersting says

    January 8, 2019 at 7:52 pm

    Love this! Excited for any future blog posts 🙂 and I played the flute many moons ago too, and loved it!

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 3:58 pm

      Kelsey! Thank you so much for reading my blog! That means a lot! That’s so awesome you also played the flute. I still have mine at my parent’s house. Maybe someday Wren will want to play it–who knows!

      Reply
  6. Barbara Opett says

    January 9, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    Love your quilt 🌸🌸🧵💕

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 9, 2019 at 3:57 pm

      Thank you so much, Barbara! That’s so kind of you.

      Reply
  7. Claudia Martinez says

    January 10, 2019 at 11:19 pm

    Obsessed. Do you have patterns?

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 18, 2019 at 12:51 am

      Hey Claudia! Patterns will be coming down the pipeline this year. If you follow me on Instagram, I will keep you posted! <3

      Reply
  8. Frida says

    January 13, 2019 at 1:55 am

    I want to make this quilt!!! could you share the pattern with us.

    Thank you,
    Frida

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 18, 2019 at 12:52 am

      Hey Frida!

      I am planning on making this into a pattern at some point in the next few months! Thank you so much!

      Reply
  9. Hannah W says

    January 14, 2019 at 6:34 am

    Wow! Beautiful quilt. Love the argyle look and the gorgeous backing.

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    • Rachel Thomeczek says

      January 18, 2019 at 12:52 am

      Thank you so much, Hannah! I am a sucker for good argyle, ha.

      Reply
  10. Suzanne williams says

    January 26, 2019 at 11:55 am

    Hi Rachel;I am crazy about this quilt and was sent to your blog from Amy, do you have a pattern for this quilt I am so inspired by it and the beautiful sonata fabric : please say yes if not could you please advise the size of the diamonds and or the yardage I would need so that I can start before this wonderful fabric flies from the shelf my email is suzannewilliams2012@gmail.com

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