String of Pearls was inspired by the bold bright colors of Lizzy House’s Pearl Bracelets line. I wanted to design a fun, modern quilt that could show off any colorful fabric line!
PDF pattern available for sale here.
Print Pattern available here.
String of Pearls Stats:
- Designed, pieced and quilted by Christa Watson; designed in EQ7
- Pieced on my Bernina 1630, quilted on my Bernina 710
- Finished size: 64″ x 64″; completed August, 2013
- Fabrics: Pearl Bracelets and Kona Solids; Legacy wool batting
- Piecing thread: Aurifil 50wt cotton
- Quilting thread: Aurifil 50wt cotton, Sew Fine 50 wt. grey polyester
- Quilting design: SITD, FMQ, off-center mazes, swirls and pearls
- Time to complete: 60 Hours – top (15 hours), quilting and binding (45 hours)
Honors and Awards:
- Shown at the Home Machine Quilting Show, May 2014
- 1st Place – Large Quilt Made by 1 Person, DQN Quilt Show, March 2014
- Juried into Road to California January, 2014
- Honorable Mention, MQX Pacific Northwest October, 2013
Click here for the Shades of Grey pieced backing tutorial.
Christa Quilts 
Did you use pearl bracelet or mini pearl bracelet fabric for this pattern?
I really like this quilt and was intrigued that someone has finished making it. Is there a pattern available to purchase to make it?
I just saw this pop up on the Quilter’s Dream Hopes and Dreams page. Thanks for inspiring someone to make a difference. https://www.facebook.com/150913912237/photos/pcb.10153055109767238/10153055109027238/?type=1&theater
I am a beginner, just finished the top of sting of pearls quilt. I bit of a challenge for me, the directions were great. Now, will be trying your suggested backing. Thank you