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uppercross
The Upperross Quilt was inspired by Jane Austen and the beautiful old manor houses she refers to in her novels. Ā In particular, Uppercross, the home of the Musgrove family from the novel, Persuasion, has always been a favorite of mine. Ā In Persuasion, they refer to the “Great House” that should feel stuffy and formal, but instead feels lively and comfortable. Ā The family dynamic makes it a happy place that Anne, the main character, is happy to visit. Ā This feeling of comfort amidst the grandeur of the home is what inspired my Uppercross pattern. Ā
classic
The Classic version of the Uppercross quilt is a simple, 2-color design. Ā When I first designed this pattern I made it in black and cream and it is so elegant.Ā
contemporary
The contemporary version adds a third color to the plus blocks. Ā In my cover quilt, I used Libery of London Arley Gardens and it’s the sweetest little pop of floral. Ā
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uppercross
cottage
A modern take on the Uppercross quilt, Uppercross Cottage has larger blocks and instructions for a scrappy, fat quarter friendly version.Ā
Uppercross cottage
The Uppercross cottage pattern came to life when I had a fat quarter bundle of fabric that I wanted to make into the Uppercross pattern. The fat quarters weren’t enough fabric, so I made fewer blocks but made them a little bigger and Uppercross Cottage was born. It has a slightly more modern feel, and I imagine it lying in a cozy chair by the fire in a small cottage.
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THE TESTERS
I had the privilege of working with some of the most talented quilters and makers. Ā They helped me so much in this process and I couldn’t have done it without them. Ā Here is a beautiful glimpse of their work. Ā Please check them out on instagram to see more of what they do. Ā Ā
First we will look through all the Uppercross versions, but keep scrolling for the Uppercross Cottage versions!!Ā
ELAINE @createjoyquiltĀ
Contemporary Uppercross
Throw Size
BRITT Ā
@stitchingb
Classic Uppercross
Queen Size
AMANDA
@thequiltsmith
Classic Uppercross
Throw Size
AMANDA
@graccieone
Contemporary Uppercross
Throw Size
CHRISTINE
@serendipidyinlovecreations Ā
Classic Uppercross
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MELISSA
@coralroaddesignco
Classic Uppercross
Baby Size
BECKY
@countrychickfabrics
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Baby Size
JENN Ā Ā Ā Ā
@jenniekay_quilts
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Throw Size
VICTORIA Ā Ā
@midlife_quilter
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Baby Size
Ā COBY Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
@lifewitheleanor
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Throw Size
Ā KATHERINE Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
@katherineelizabethquilts Ā
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Baby Size
SYLVIA Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
@sylviaraschella Ā
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Baby Size
ANDREA Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
@slidehillquilts Ā
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Throw Size
CAIT Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
@loveheart_quiltco
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Throw Size
MICHELLE
@compassandwildflower
Uppercross Cottage – Scrappy
Throw Size
I hope you feel inspired to make your own Uppercross or Uppercross Cottage quilt! Ā Thank you for being here and for all the encouragement on my very first patterns. Ā I couldn’t do what I love without your support!! Happy Sewing!Ā
xoxo, Sara Marie
