Today in the Stitched Stuff Spotlight, I am featuring a quilt called “Amelia.” I made this quilt a couple of years ago with my Apple Blossom Acres fabric line.

I love “Orange Peel” quilt blocks, and I really like the pattern that the green patches make in this quilt. I will tell you a secret- I hate curved piecing! I’ve done a few orange peel block projects by piecing the blocks together, but they were far from perfect, and frankly kind of tedious! But as I said, the Orange Peel is one of my favorite blocks, so…. for this one, I machine appliqued the curved parts of the blocks. So easy!

The green “petals” remind me of little green leaves sprouting on the trees, so I thought this was a good project to feature as we approach Spring (finally!) I called it “Amelia” because it has a soft feminine look, maybe a bit vintage, and “Amelia” seemed fitting.

And because the block has a vintage feel, I think this quilt would be beautiful in 1930’s or antique reproduction fabrics.

My long-arm quilter echoed the “petal” or “peel” pattern in the blocks, and did a cute vine motif in the border.

I also made a matching pillow with a ruffle edge (oh I love ruffles!) and a covered button in the center (I love covered buttons too….)

I think it makes the guest room look fresh and pretty, don’t you?

If you’d like to make an “Amelia” quilt and pillow using my machine applique method, you can click here for the paper pattern. You can also get a digital pattern (instant download!) here.

This week in the studio, I’m working on a new pattern for my Cottage Charm fabric line. I hope to have the pattern out next month…

Are there any particular blocks or techniques that you like the look of, but are intimidated to try? Have you found any tricks or shortcuts? Let us know in the comments!