October 27th, 2008

Shabby Chic Rag Quilt!

I have been seeing these super cute rag quilts lately and have been dying to try one! I’ve always wanted to make a quilt (despite my glaring lack of sewing skillz) and these rag quilts looked like something I could handle. I am really *so bad* at sewing, so I always have tons of extra fabric left over from my sewing projects. I checked my stash and I had some really cute patterns leftover from the crate covers and some clothes I made for Miley that all coordinated.

handmade dog crate coverdog clothes

Since I had all my supplies on hand and didn’t even have to go to the store, I decided to start this late on Friday night. By Saturday night, I had this!!

rag quilt

Be sure and check out the rest of the pics (and get the instructions!) by clicking here! :)

This was a fun project, even for a sewing challenged loon like myself! :) While I won’t be opening an Etsy store anytime soon, this probably won’t be the last rag quilt you see from me! ;)

Thanks for looking! :D


19 Comments



  1. 1
    terri says:

    Amanda, I opened you update this morning and saw your quilt. It is great! You just amaze me at all you can do.

    Thanks for sharing,
    terri

  2. 2
    Janine Nicholson says:

    The rag quilt is the cutest thing ever! You are such a talented girl!! I love the colors.

  3. 3
    Becky says:

    This is absolutely beautiful!! I just recently made my first quilt for my SIL’s baby shower. I have to make one more (it’s twins!) and I will definitely be checking out the instructions for this!! Thanks for sharing!! :)

  4. 4
    Jamie says:

    Really cute! I love that fabric.

  5. 5
    Barb says:

    Great job Amanda! I love the colors. The best thing about sewing a quilt is that it’s just sewing a straight line. Measuring out 1/4″ from the needle and using tape to mark the distance can help keep the lines straight. I can’t wait to get sewing again….5 more classes and I’m free!!!

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    jodi says:

    LOVE IT!!!! Great job! You are so talented!!! Love the colors!

  7. 7
    Judy Bagwell says:

    Love the quilt!! Looks like you are pretty good at sewing to me. You did a great job on the dog clothes and crate cover too.

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    Megan says:

    Your sewing skills are great if you can make those crate covers and jackets for Miley! And that quilt is GREAT! I love it. I tried to find fabric like that and missed out on when HL had it. I love black and white! I’m impressed! (as always!) :)

  9. 9
    Jennifer says:

    I love the quilt I am going to attempt one for my niece. How many yards of each print fabric do you think you need?

  10. 10
    Erin O'Brien says:

    Super cute pattern and idea! I’m going to have to try one after i finish all my other quilts-yes, I have a list of them to make sure I don’t procrastinate.

  11. 11
    Kelli says:

    Your sewing skills are amazing compared to mine! But you’ve definitely inspired me to try!

  12. 12
    Sarah says:

    That is sooo stunning! I love love love the black and white! I wish I had as much talent in an ounce of my body as you do!!!!!! Very pretty!

    ~Sarah

  13. 13
    Allison says:

    Seriously. I have a mad girl crush on you and your amazing sites.

  14. 14
    Kaela says:

    thanks for sharing! After I saw I ran out to buy fabric. You’re right, it was pretty easy! I really enjoy your site!

  15. 15
    Carrie says:

    Great quilt! What kind of fabric is it made from?

  16. 16
    Anny says:

    I love the cute coat you made for your BT. did you use a pattern? if so which one? It is just too cute.

    Any

  17. 17
    Tiffany says:

    Hi Amanda,
    I just stubbled upon your website while googling scrapbook rooms to get ideas for my own. Thank you for this site, you are so talented and everything is amazing. I did want to know what type of camera do you use?

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    Maddiee says:

    Wow, i love everything you do on this website! You are so creative! Your scrapbook room really makes me jealous. :P I was just wondering if you could tell me how much it cost you to make the Crate Covers? I think they are an exellent idea and soo adorable. :] Thank you!

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    Rona says:

    I love this quilt! I’ve made one with flannel, but you can’t find the really stunning and pretty fabrics in flannel. What type of material did you use for this one?


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