Donna Kohlman

Quilt size: 26" x 34"

New Braunfels, TX - USA

Let the Vineyard Be Fruitful Lord

Donna designed this quilt during a Design Class with Cynthia at Oak Leaf Quilts in New Braunfels, TX. She made it to commemorate her son's new vineyard and writes "I named it Let The Vineyard Be Fruitful Lord since it was his first planting. He now has 13 acres of producing vines and received a nice write up from a local wine critic in Oregon, where his vineyard is located."

Donna describes her quilt design process, "This was quite a project, especially for my first design. I referenced your book several times and Rhonda was a great help also." (Rhonda is the owner of Oak Leaf Quilts and a close friend of Cynthia's who contributed a quilt to Cynthia's Picture Piecing book.) Donna goes on to say, "I really enjoyed doing this although there was a time or two I wondered if I'd taken on more than I was capable of doing!"

Donna explains further, "Not shown in this photo is the appliqued piece with the words "Iron Wheel Vineyard, Est. 1999" at the bottom. That was an afterthought when I found someone to monogram the words."

Donna also used this subtle black print fabric with text. It has been lightened so you can actually see the print.

Donna worked from this photo of her son. She says, "My son was thrilled with the finished piece - I did complete it in time for Christmas. He will make a frame and put it under glass to protect from dirt and sun. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction in your class."

Donna Kohlman

Let the Vineyard Be Fruitful Lord

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