Quilting is not only an art form, but a way to express friendship, humor, and joy. We especially love whimsical quilts! These make us smile. We hope you enjoy these favorites from a 2025 show.
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Beads and Buttons and Quilting, Oh My! by Karen Fisher
Check out the variety of colorful buttons, along with Karen Fisher's masterful machine applique! This original art quilt was made for the 2022 Cherrywood Fabric "Graffiti" challenge. Karen says, "The words readily describe the majority of my quilts, and I used both my Tucks and Skinny Piecing methods to further highlight the words. [This quilt is] a little nod to the "Wizard of Oz" (Lions, Tigers, and Bears, Oh My!)
Last Mingo in Paradise by Katherine Verbeke
This flamingo is incredibly stylish! The paper pieced pattern, designed by Lisa Fryxell for Katherine Verbeke, is an ode to Jimmy Buffet. Katherine Verbeke says: "The flamingo, palm tree and beach are calling... go grab a margarita!" The quilt is filled with embellishments, including beads, charms, and a Landshark beer bottle cap (can you spot it in the above photo?)
Using Cherrywood Fabrics, beads, and other embellishments, this piece represents the carefree Caribbean lifestyle emulated by Mr. Buffett's lyrics and music. Sparkly beads and a tropical print "shirt" add to the festive atmosphere.
Feeling Crabby by Monique Baczewski, quilted by Linda Schwartz.
Such cute crabs, in a variety of cool hues! Monique Baczewski says that this quilt pattern (Feeling Crabby by Wendy Sheppard) called to her from the rack at Cactus Quilt Shop. "I raided my grunge stash from my sewing closet for the crabs. [There were] lots of little pieces. I really enjoyed making this quilt!"
Image credits: Photos were taken by Quilt Inspiration at the 2025 Quilt Fiesta in Tucson, Arizona.
