Mom I made you a quilt
I’ve wanted to make a photo quilt for my mom since 1998 after seeing the movie Stepmom. In this movie, Susan Sarandon’s character made a quilt with photos and other memorabilia for her daughter and son. It was so beautiful and special. So, after 13 years I embarked on this quilt making journey. Keep in mind that I have only made a dress (which you can read all about it here) a couple of cushion covers and pajama pants for Viv. I was very nervous and didn’t know what I was suppose to do.
This might sound really cheesy, but I see it as a blanket of memories that surround my mom always. I wanted each block of fabric to symbolise something. Thus, each block was thought out long and carefully. The pictures that I chose resemble some of the best memories over the last couple of years.
So, after about a month of hard word, and let me tell you it was crazy hard work, I bring you the quilt.
Top left:The seashells represent our family holidays to Hermanus, one of our favourite holiday destinations.
Middle row from left: This was used as the serviette covers on my sister’s wedding. Right: My mom and I used to play knots and crosses when I was little. it was my favourite game.
Bottom left: My mom’s favourite flowers are roses. Right: The charms says: Laugh, Love and Special- it sums up my mom in 3 words.
Top left: Love. Right: She is the key to our family.
Middle row from left: Part of our wedding serviettes. That was the ‘logo’ we used throughout our wedding. Right: It says: ‘my heart, my love’ in Afrikaans (my home language)
Bottom left: The cameo was used at my sister’s wedding. The charm says: I am magical. Which she is. Right: Well, umm, don’t need to explain that.
Me and Viv on our wedding.
My mom, dad, Viv and I visited France and Switzerland in December. It was one of our most memorable holidays. I loved sharing my love for Paris with my mom and dad.
Pics of my brother and a picture of my parents on their wedding day.
Our whole family at our wedding, including my 90 year old grandma.
My brother, me and my sister.
My mom’s reaction when she first saw it 
Priceless. All the hard work and long hours behind my sewing machine paid off.
Dimensions: 1.25m x 1.5m. Almost as big as me
I hope you like it. Pop in tomorrow for a step-by-step post on how to make this quilt. If I can do it, so can you.
Anemone Coco Sticks
Bosch Fine-Spray System
Bosch Multifunction Tool
Nespresso CitiZ
Sagaform Trio Herb Pot
Young House Love
Gorgeous! So mooi! Well done!
I love it! It is so special and beautiful.
You are a inspiration ! Whow this is so beautiful ..made me think that’s it time for me to make one ..thx
Oh Idonette, this is amazing… Geeez you are on talented lady!!!! Your mom must be ‘over the moon’
-meagan, row house nest
ABSOLUTELY magnificent…u cleaver girl! Loving your Blog, Hopefully see you soon xxx
WOW – this is special…
thanks for all the comments guys, it gives me a warm feeling in my heart
Sjoe…. wens ek nou ek het ‘n dogter of ma of ouma gehad!!! Jy moet een fantastiese dogter wees! Dit is pragtig!!!
Ai Freda, maak jy my nou hartseer. As ek tyd gehad het sou ek vir jou ook ene gemaak het, belowe.
Incredible artistic memories! Can any quilt bought at a shop ever replace one such as this – never!!!
Baie mooi! Ek sal meer as ‘n stap-vir-stap instruksie nodig he! Maak jy op bestelling?
Iddi…. I can’t believe how awesome this is, what an incredible idea!!! That looks like it took a LONG time, how did you print on the fabric?
I’m SO IMPRESSED…. your mums a lucky lady
Sweetie Pie – I think this is the most amazing and spectacular and awesome task that you have completed – WELL DONE ! I think it’s so great – I so wish that one day someone would make one for me – But what an awesome idea and love and thought was put so much into making this – what an amazing surprise she must have got – Lovely – Well Done again & again – Your mom can be so proud of you !
Dear Ido
I only returned to school this morning and can only reply now.
Whow! I am the most luckiest, happiest, proudest mom in the whole world!!.
To have a daughter like you is an honour:) Words cannot describe how thankful and proud I am to have received such a precious, awsome gift.
Thank you for all the most amazing memories we share and how great is that – now I will have it on my bed forever.
It was the biggest surprise in my life. I am so proud of you attempting such a huge task to make a special, awsome quilt like this. You are such a telented, special young lady and it is a privilege to have you as my daughter.
Thanks a million, I love you with ALL MY HEART.!!
Your biggest fan.
Mom
This looks amazing! I’m gonna have to make one! =D Stopping by from Tip me Tuesday. I would love for you to link your post to My Favorite Things Party going on all week. I can’t wait to see your tutorial on this quilt. I simple adore it! I am your newest follower!
~Iffy~
http://www.stayathomenation.blogspot.com
I thought you were on blogger but no, so I can’t follow you, but I have bookmarked your blog! Thanks
This is so beautiful and such a lovely idea. Do you still have the step by step of how to mkae it? Would love to do something like this for my mom’s 60th in Setpember.
Hi Candice. I am so glad that you like it. You can read the step-by-step post here: http://www.dvineliving.co.za/?p=1295
Please send pictures when you are done. Good luck!
Your quilt is beautiful… I saw some photos of it in the Ideas Magazine and was really curious to find out would the rest of it looked like. Imangine my surprise when I found your blog today.
I love it.
Thanks Pamela. So glad you found the blog.