Mod Melons

This fun summer quilt belongs to Amy.  Amy and I are both participating in a Queen Bee Block Swap this year.  Amy was the Queen in February, which means she got to select a block and all the participants made her two blocks so she could put this fabulous top together.  

The block pattern is a free one from Suzy Quilts called Mod Melons. Amy requested a low volume background and a range of watermelon colors.  She got such and interesting mix.  These blocks were fast and fun to make so I know many of us sent an extra or two. 

The fabric that Amy found for the outer border and backing couldn't have been more perfect. For the quilting Amy selected the Tickle pantograph and I used a pale pink thread as we both thought the pantograph looked like watermelon juice splashes.

I just love how these swap blocks turned into the perfect fresh summer quilt.