Daisy Days Fabric by Keera Job
I was so excited when I heard that Keera Job would be releasing her first ever fabric collection for Riley Blake Designs, and even more excited when Keera asked if I would like to preview the collection and make something for her promotional blog tour.
Having a soft spot for daisies, I only had to hear what Keera had named her collection and I knew I would be drawn to it. Daisy Days is a collection of bright, youthful and fun prints that remind me of summer. There is something a little nostalgic about it, yet the interpretation is entirely modern!
The Story Behind the Quilt
When I began to design a pattern for Keera’s new collection I wanted my inspiration to come from the fabric itself.
I have thought for a while now I would like to make a little daisy inspired quilt as a tribute to our beloved family dog, Daisy, who we sadly said goodbye to last year. I sketched, and sketched, but nothing seemed to resonate with me. The timing was obviously not right, but I was still keen to find the right ‘daisy’ connection.
Daisies, I realised, are a regular part of my day in the form of a cup of camomile tea. Each day, I begin and end the day with this simple pleasure. It has become somewhat of a ritual.
A few years ago, if you had offered me a cup of camomile tea I would have most assuredly passed on it – it never seemed to taste quite right to me. But since then I have learnt that there is an art to making the best brew, and done right, the flavour is both rich and calming.
Each morning and evening I take a few moments out of my day to sit alone, with my cup of tea in hand, and contemplate the day. It’s in those quiet moments that I make sense of all that is going on around me.
Once I had the source of my inspiration, I set about designing a block that would somehow represent the hours in the day, both the morning and the evening, and how these quiet moments in our day help us connect to our own big picture.
I couldn’t be happier with the final quilt design, and I love how the Daisy Days fabric looks in the finished quilt.
The Tour Continues…
If you liked this post then be sure to check out the other stops on the tour
| Tuesday 25 July | Keera Job | www.keerajob.com/blog |
| Tuesday 1 August | Sedef Imer | www.downgrapevinelane.com |
| Tuesday 8 August | Amy Smart | www.diaryofaquilter.com |
| Tuesday 15 August | Amanda Herring | www.amandaherringdesigns.com |
| Tuesday 22 August | Samantha Dorn | www.aquapaisleystudio.com |
| Tuesday 29 August | Emily Dennis | www.quiltylove.com |
And don’t forget to also check out the following hashtags on Instagram
#daisydaysfabric #daisydaysblogtour #iloverileyblake
Fabric Is My Fun
I had a lot of fun creating with this fabric collection.
The Quiet Moments pattern I have designed (coming soon) calls for F8 pieces. Since the lovely people at Millhouse fabrics sent me a FQ bundle to play with, I have some leftover (not quite the complete collection, but almost), and I thought it would be nice to pass this fabric on to one of you.
If you would like to be in the running for a chance to win, follow me on Pinterest and comment here with what you would love to make with this bundle. I will randomly choose a person to send it to next week. GIVEAWAY NOW ENDED
Quilt Stats
- Pattern: Quiet Moments (available to purchase here)
- Size: 48-1/2” x 60-1/2”
- Fabric: Daisy Days fabric by Keera Job for Riley Blake Designs, RB Cotton Shade C200-03 Snow.
- Backing Fabric: RB Cotton Shade C200-03 Snow, RB Cotton Solids C100-82 Peony, RB Cotton Solids C100-401 Grass Green, unknown blue fabric
- Batting: Matilda’s Own Wool Blend
- Quilting: All over meander
Daisy Days is available now.
Congratulations Keera on a fabulous debut collection!
Thank you all for visiting today – I really appreciate it!!
Samantha
30/08/17 GIVEAWAY NOW ENDED:
Congratulations Corinna, some happy mail is on its way to you :).
My mum is moving to a continuing care community in the next few months. I’d love to make a new quilt for her to use there.
I love this quilt-the colors are just right. My mom loves Daisies & I immediately thought of her. This fabric would make a perfect birthday quilt for her.
Your pattern is stunning and I look forward to being able to purchase it.
This is such a lovely line, and I adore this quilt pattern too! I feel the same way about chamomile tea. 😀🌼
I actually would really like to make this quilt pattern if I won it!
Thanks for the giveaway! A lovely quilt!
I was thinking Swoon blocks when I saw this fabric but I sure like yours so maybe I need to buy this one.
Fabulous quilt, pattern and I would love to win your fabric left overs. They would make a lovely quilt for a sick child at the Royal Children’s Hospital here in Melbourne. Bright and cheery.
Your quilt and photos are beautiful!! I would love to make a summer picnic quilt from this line- it just has such a lovely range of colors!
Love your Quilt! Neat to make one similar! Thank You for sharing!
Such a beautiful quilt! The fabric is really pretty and I think you designed THE PERFECT pattern for it. I follow you already on IG so hopefully will know when you publish it. Also love your story. So just how do you brew the perfect cup of chamomile tea?
I’d love to ake a quilt like yours! It is so fresh and pretty!
Dresden plate daisies for the gardeners I know would love them.
Followed you on Pinterest & will definitely be making Quiet Moments! Waiting patiently for the pattern.
You quilt reflects the fabric beautifully, and I would make the exact same pattern for my mom, who just had to move out of her home of 50+ years and is now living with my sister.
So very cheerful and lovely!
Actually, I love your pattern & would make it, given a chance!
I’m thinking these pretty fabrics would make lovely mini economy blocks. So bright and cheerful.
I would love to make a star quilt of some sort. Or a dresden!
These would make any quiltpattern beautiful!!!!
I love this!!! These colors would be beautiful for a scrappy trip along quilt! Love it!
This is such a lovely quilt! I just downloaded a Bloom Quilt pattern today, that I plan on using to make a wall hanging for my daughter’s bedroom. The daisy fabric would be perfect.
Love the stories behind your quilts!
I think an EPP pattern might be sweet in this fabric!
Just followed you on Pinterest though can’t believe I didn’t already!
Thanks!
I love this fabric and your pattern is so perfect for it I think would either make this pattern or Keera’s Quatro quilt pattern😍😍😍
Congratulations Corinna! You were the 21st comment and the cute bundle of Daisy Days is heading to you 🙂
Thank you so much Samantha! I can’t wait to try out your new pattern and see Keera’s fabric in real life!
Beautiful fabric and quilt pattern! Well done!
I have a new little niece coming this winter. I would love to make a quilt to keep her warm
I’d love to make a quilt with these happy fabrics!
I love Dresden plates and this would be nice fabric for them
I love this fabric. I would make a small quilt from my brand new granddaughter Millicent then with the left over fabric probably a few soft toys for her to enjoy. She would like the colours in the fabric I think. Beautiful range.
Your quilt is beautiful- and so is this fabric collection! I would also make a quilt with it. 🙂 Or maybe a springy table runner or wall hanging….hmmm, so many choices!
I love your quilt pattern. That is what I would make with the beautiful fabric. Thanks for the giveaway.
I would think about it for awhile, folding and feeling the fabric every little bit, and probably end up making your quilt…it’s so very lovely! So glad I found your blog!
How do I get this pattern???
Is the pattern available?
It is due to be released in October – thanks for asking! x