christmas is right around the corner and for years and years i have yet to make or buy a christmas tree skirt. this year it was time to change that. first off, my tree skirt isn't round. i'm digging it like that. after putting together this christmas tree roundup i fell head over heels in love with the idea of a rectangular tree skirt. something i could play with some quilting on and finally get to use the essex linen that i've been hoarding like a mad woman since the summertime.
when the fabulous bari j came out with her new line of fabrics - splendor 1920 i was sold. fabric that was modern, yet classic with geometrics and girly, feminine florals and teapots - it was a line after my own heart. the gemini in me just swooned. at xmas time i obsess with coffee, tea, treats, curling up under quilts by the fire and doing needlepoint or knitting....splendor 1920 reminds me of xmas. it creates that vibe for me. it's something that rings through in my home and even my wee ones right away loved the fabrics and have taken to curling up under the tree on it and pointing at tea pots. they know momma loves her tea and coffee and of course...her downton abbey.
the very bari christmas tree skirt tutorial is a great project for a beginner looking to to advance in their piecing and quilting skills and is also a great canvas for more advanced quilters to have fun with. all the shapes (besides the circular opening) are either square or rectangular for simple and quick sewing and the quilting lines are all straight and mostly follow along your seam lines so it's easy quilting too! just the way i like it right before the holiday gift making rush. the tree skirt is a great size at 43.25"W x 38.25"H and my fave part is that even when the pressies will be under the tree parts of my skirt will still show. it's soft, cozy and even the back looks great! i fought the lighting in my condo the last few days with our dark, dreary coastal weather and don't have a shot of the back but it's all solid essex and the quilting patterns add some pizazz. i gotta give a shout out to my mom who suggested the lovely diagonal line pattern for my 4 corner pieces. they are my fave and i owe her one for that one :)
i adore the warmth that splendor 1920 lends to my tree that is mostly silver and blues with hits of turqoise. i don't go for gold much for my tree and love that the soft creams in some of bari's print warm up my tree but don't conflict with the cool tones of the greys and blues. it's a happy harmony for me and just what my tree needed to finish it off. you might even see an ornament to go with it soon....
: : 6 page full color pdf pattern complete with clear & easy to understand step by step instructions with bright photos and digitally drafted diagrams
: : instructions for a finished quilt including the quilting pattern.
: : fabric requirements, notions needed
: : a fun quilting/sewing experience :)
the very bari christmas tree skirt tutorial is available as a FREE DOWNLOAD here:
the fabrics used in the very bari christmas tree skirt tutorial are:
Splendor 1920 from Bari J. for Art Gallery Fabrics
- Tea Delights Honey - Nouveau Geo Coral - Knotted Trellis Gold
- Abbey Roses Blush - Grandeur Bloom
Robert Kaufman Yarn-Dyed Essex Linen Denim
thanks for the fabric inspiration bari and for letting me use your name :) you're awesome!
what do you think? do you make your own christmas tree skirt? is yours rectangular too? let's chat sewing! i've got tea on with a cup for you too :)
happy sewing and make sure to upload your pics to our flickr group or leave a comment below. i love to see what you're making and to hear from you! i hope you enjoy making the tree skirt as much as i did!