a Sub - stitute quilt

I have a cousin in the navy.

She is a submariner.

Her submarine is going off somewhere this week.  I was desperate to make her a quilt, so I asked the family to send me messages and or photos and I got to work.

Each family member sent a photo or a message.  Below is my hand written message taken as a photograph & printed onto fabric.

 Her adorable cats

 My boys showing off the quilt.

My favourite block.  A tree as she won't see them under the sea.

 

 The front with appliqued submarines (Collins Class of course, as that is what the Australian Navy use).  I was told that they were 'anatomically' correct, that is a relief as I took a bit of time trying to find the right ones.  There are quite a few different shape submarines out there.

 close up of the subs

 The back, a tumble of Australian Fabrics.

 I love the quilt and I am so glad I could make her such a personal gift with an Aussie twist, inspired by Aussie Hero Quilts.

 

 This is the photo that was sent when Claire received it.  That face says it all.

A quilt for a sub.  

A quilt to use as a substitute for family & hugs.

A quilt full of love.

Be safe Claire Bear.