linda@surroundedbyscraps.com
Portland, OR
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A gallery of quilts produced over the last decade, consisting primarily of custom orders, gifts, and art pieces.
This queen sized quilt was designed for a family member. The aim was inspiration from a Japanese aesthetic maintaining a balanced geometric pattern.
*Available for sale — On the Shop page
*Available for sale — on the Shop page
Designed in response to a rainbow quilt challenge with Portland Modern Quilt Guild in 2018-2019. It was inspired by the children’s illustrated story book, The Rainbow Goblins, by Ul de Rico.
Made in 2013 (over the course of 9 months) as a commission for a wedding gift. Finished quilt measures approximately 104" x 104". Quilting was done by Nancy Stovall of Just Quilting PDX.
Mini quilt designed for a Portland Modern Quilt Guild challenge using Alison Glass Kaleidoscope Solids.
Designed in the first quarter of 2013 as a shop sample for Cool Cottons, here in Portland, OR. Pattern will be developed in the near future. When available, I will post a link ;-)
Inspired by an online quilt-along hosted by Jeni Baker of In Color Order. Began in summer of 2011 and completed in Feb. 2013. Pieced and Quilted by Linda Nussbaum.
An original design using a stack and slash technique along with curved piecing. Made in 2012.
A colorful baby quilt that a child can grow into and continue to enjoy. Made in 2011.
This quilt was designed in response to a challenge hosted by the Modern Quilt Guild in 2011. It was designed, pieced and quilted by Linda Nussbaum.
An individual interpretation of a classic pattern, Storm at Sea. Pieced by Linda Nussbaum, quilted by Melissa Hoffman of Fiddlestitches Quilting, 2011.
Quilted by Melissa Hoffman of Fiddlestitches Quilting.
An original Surrounded by Scraps pattern, using Rowan fabrics exclusively. Pieced by Linda Nussbaum, quilted by Melissa Hoffman of Fiddlestitches Quilting, 2011.
Inspired by a pattern in Denyse Schmidt's first book. Pieced by Linda Nussbaum, quilted by Debbie Kemp, 2008-09.
Inspired by a pattern in Evelyn Sloppy's book Strips and Strings. Made in 2007.
An original design, produced by commission for a 4 year old girl.
A combination of simple piecing and simple machine applique brought together in a sweet scene for a special young guy. Made in 2008.
A paper-pieced wall hanging made in 2000, inspired by Katie Pasquini Masopust's book Mandala Quilts.
A sampling of quilts using a variety of techniques in order to produce multiples available for purchase or to act as inspiration for custom orders. To see what is currently available for sale, please visit my Etsy Shop.
Using a string-piecing technique this quilt gives the illusion of light dancing through the 4-sided diamond blocks. Color scheme determined by the focus fabric in the border. Custom sizes and colors available upon request.
Using a string-piecing technique this quilt gives the illusion of light dancing through the 4-sided diamond blocks. Color scheme determined by the focus fabric in the border. Custom sizes and colors available upon request.
This particular one was made for a twin. Pieced and quilted by Linda Nussbaum, 2008.
A subtle palette that carries a visual punch. Sides retain the diamond shapes with a serrated edge, for something a little different.
Currently available for sale. Visit the Shop page for details.
This throw quilt measures approximately 52" x 62". It combines deep, rich autumnal prints on the front and has a beautiful cotton flannel backing from Anna Maria Horner for Free Spirit.
Currently available for sale. Visit the Shop page for details.
Simple play mat or crib quilt. Fun selection of coordinating fabrics available. Custom colors/themes available upon request.
Currently available for sale. Visit the Shop page for details.
Can be made using a limited palette as shown, or with as many colors as there are stripes. Contact us with custom requests.
Different colors and sizes available upon request.
A dynamic combination of dozens of fabrics all within the same color family. This particular quilt measures approximately 50" x 50". Different colors and sizes available upon request.
A classic pattern that is great for showing off fun fabrics and color combinations.
A traditional pattern with a modern feel. Can be made as square, rectangular, specially themed or scrappy-scrappy.
Taking a traditional quilt pattern and inserting a feeling of whimsy and fun with specially selected "I-Spy" patches.
A grab bag of bright and whimsical fabrics come together to make this always engaging quilt. No two will be alike.
Using a pattern from the Judy Hopkins book Big 'n Easy: Supersized Quilts for Queen Beds. I have made several variations on the pattern and enjoy it every time! Contact us for a custom order.
A contemporary look for a classic technique. Custom sizes and colors available upon request.
Child's quilt using a variety of large-scale feature fabrics set in a background of a single color family.
versatile quilt bringing together anywhere from 6 to 12 coordinating fabrics in a cohesive pattern with some impact. This can be made virtually any size from crib quilt up to king size, and custom colors available upon request.
Using a technique found in the book Successful Scrap Quilts by Margaret Rolfe and Judy Turner, this quilt brings together a wide variety of prints in either a limited palette or a broad range of colors. Balance is key.
A dynamic way to bring together a limited color palette, simple shapes and expressive fabrics. Custom sizes and colors available upon request.
Working with either a limited palette of 2 main colors or going for a multi-colored option, this simple block design offers a multitude of possibilities. Custom sizes and color stories available upon request.
Currently available for sale. Visit the Shop page for details.
Working with either a limited palette of 2 main colors or going for a multi-colored option, this simple block design offers a multitude of possibilities. Custom sizes and color stories available upon request.
A quilt option that highlights a few select focus fabrics using a clean, linear setting. Borders are optional.
Choose a theme and/or color combination for this relatively simple baby quilt and play mat. Pictured here: owls and polka dots, measuring 40" x 40".
Choose a theme and/or color combination for this relatively simple baby quilt and play mat. Pictured here: "Demise of the Flies" featuring assorted frogs and a smattering of friendly spiders, and measuring 40” x 40”.
A bright and colorful combination of an uncomplicated patchwork background and simple applique shapes, using themed or novelty fabrics to create points of interest.
Choose a main color and throw in a rainbow of novelty prints to make up this quilt. In most cases there are at least 2 patches of each print, so as the child gets older and is able to identify things it can become a wonderful interactive game!
Nothing fancy here! Using a limited selection of coordinating prints and a balanced layout to achieve a no-frills patchwork quilt.
A scrap quilt that combines a few select focus fabrics with a wild assortment of bright accents. Custom colors and multiple sizes available upon request.
The quilt shown here measures approximately 40" x 50".
Another variation on the Strippy Stripes quilt. A great way to showcase some fun focus fabric coordinates set off by bright colored contrast strips. This quilt measures approximately 42" x 60".
A scrap quilt that combines a select focus fabric with a wild assortment of coordinating accents. This quilt measures approximately 40” x 60”. Custom colors and sizes available upon request.
A striking throw quilt, combining a multitude of prints in a very limited palette.
Currently available for sale. Visit the Shop page for details.
Dive in to the dozens of cool-colored prints used to make up this unique lap quilt. With a wide range of hues and values within the blue and green color families, this quilt offers depth and movement to any observer.
The quilt measures approximately 46” x 50” and can be used as a small lap or throw quilt, a wall-hanging, to drape over a child’s bed, or really any number of uses you can think of for a patchwork quilt!
Some examples of our quilted place mats, all with reversible option. They primarily fall into two categories: matching - where each mat uses the same fabrics in the same positions on each side; and coordinating - where the fabrics migrate from one position to another on different mats. For custom colors and/or themes, please contact us. To see what is currently available for sale, please visit my Etsy Shop.
For all of those decorative mats that aren't just place mats: table runners, trivets, coasters, etc. To see what is currently available for sale, please visit my Etsy Shop.
Exactly what it sounds like! All pot holders are made using a layer of a heat-reflective batting in addition to a layer of 100% cotton batting. To see what is currently available for sale, please visit my Etsy Shop.
First batch is complete!
Fits like a glove!
These are all pieces that were made specifically for clients.
The couple had all of their friends and family send them fabrics after their engagement, which were combined into this wedding quilt. We found a design where they would literally and figuratively be encircled by all those they love.
Small wall-hanging created for a nursery, 2015.
Made in 2013 as a commission for a wedding gift. Finished measurements are approximately 104" x 104". Quilting by Nancy Stovall of Just Quilting PDX.
One corner showing a close-up of the quilting and the binding.
Side A
Side B
Made as inventory for Storeroom Vintage in St. Johns, OR
Made as inventory for Storeroom Vintage in St. Johns, OR
The winter wonderland side...
Designed for a 4 yr. old girl, in 2007.
Quilts made for the online charity quilting bee, Do Good Stitches - Bliss Circle.
