I successfully quilted the polka-dot baby quilt on the long arm. Originally, I thought I would have to anchor the circles using my sewing machine first, but I 'floated' the top over the front bar instead of rolling it on and the glue was enough to keep the circles where then were supposed to be. I did a loopy meander in the background and circles on the polka dots. This is what it looked like before I washed it.
After sewing on the binding and a trip through the washer and dryer, the polka dots are definitely getting raggedy. I think a few more washes will help make the circles lay flatter.
And here is the whole quilt.
It turned out better than I expected. After I had the background pieced I thought the plaids and stripes would be too much but now that it's done I love it!
This is a sample to show my friend what I was thinking when she asked if I could do a polka dot quilt for her daughter. If she likes it, I will make another one (she needs twin size and this one is only about 48"x48") in her choice of colors. Then, I think this one will go to my niece.
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