Good Morning,Quilters!
Good thing there are 31 days in May! I needed all 31 days to finish this tutorial before the deadline end of the month!
If YOUR birthday is in May–Happy (belated) Birthday!
A RETURN TO HAPPINESS
Lily of the Valley is YOUR birthday flower!
How lucky for YOU! I LOVE everything about this pretty little flower–from the shape of the leaves, the nodding flowers and the scent! Lilies of the Valley represent humility, purity and is said to bring luck in love. This beautiful bouquet flower also means a “return to happiness”.
It’s a perfect flower for YOUR next quilt. If your birthday is in May, perhaps you could add a single Lily to each of your quilts as your hidden signature?
LILY OF THE VALLEY MACHINE QUILTING TUTORIAL
Begin by drawing two parallel lines. Begin stitching in between the two lines. Start with a curlicue knot and sweep to the left sideline. Stitch on the left side line for several stitches.
Taper near the tip of the line and sweep back to the starting line. 
Sweep back to the left sideline.
Curl around to the center 
Add the left side of the “nodding bell” of the lily.
Add three triangles to form the lower aspect of the Lily.
Add the right side of the “bell” of the Lily.
Sweep to the right sideline to begin the next Lily in the border.
Taper slightly then sweep back to the beginning.
Sweep to the right sideline and curl around. Stitch a simple Lily shape.
For a larger border, stitch two rows of Lilies with a different motif in the center.
With a little doodling, this motif could be transformed into an allover motif–give it a try!
May all YOUR quilts be completed weeks before the deadline!
Lori
PS…All tutorials, images, and information are the property of Lori Kennedy at The Inbox Jaunt and are intended for personal use only. Feel free to re-blog, pin or share with attribution to The Inbox Jaunt. For all other purposes, please contact me at lckennedy@hotmail.com. Thank you!
29 comments
dioneags
Now I wish my birthday was in May! What a lovely motif. Thanks Lori!
Vireya
Thank you! This is perfect timing. I have a challenge piece I’m working on, which is based on the gemstone and flower associated with our birth month. I was just wondering yesterday about how I might quilt a lily of the valley in the background. Now I think I need a whole border of them!
Phyllis
Love that design and the tutorial is so easy to follow. Thank you Lori.
Donna
Used to be..back in the day..most houses on the block had their bed of “lily of the valley” and they spread like crazy and when they bloomed, nothing ever smelled so sweet as those tiny little delicate flowers. Thanks Lori, for this so-pretty version.
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Thats exactly how I remember them too!!
Lorraine Doyno Evans
Lovely! You always surprise me with your endless creativity. Why can’t I think of these motifs?
MissesStitches
i love this! plus its one of my favorite flowers. Awesome, Lori.
Pat
Never thought I’d call the humble lily of the valley “elegant” but the way that you paired them – that is the word that comes to mind. Thank you for another lovely motif!
Pat Knight
Love the Lily of the Valley. I really need to stitch this sometime. My Dad use to wear a Lily of the Valley on his lapel when they were in bloom!
kaholly
Oh, what fun! Thanks so much!
Laurie B
Thank you, Lori. Perfect timing. I needed a border motif for the project I am in the middle of quilting. You are so talented. I can’t imagine how you come up with all these ideas. 🙂
Adeline
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent. As a new long-arm beginner, I am so grateful to have found your website. It helps me have more confidence in my future skill.
MissQuilterB
Oh this touches my heart so deeply. I love this design, Lori. My mother in law had these in her garden and the memories of their fragrance still lingers in my mind. She and I both loved the Lily of the Valley flowers. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
quilter1522
Absolutely love this! Thanks for a great Flower of the Month for May!
Charlotte Calkins
The lily is very elegant. I especially like how you’ve paired it for a border. These are the kinds of designs I most appreciate. Thank you for your creativity and your willingness to share.
Marta
Love it, love them, precious flowers! thank you !
kaholly
Absolutely lovely. You are a true artist, and so generous to share your skill and talent online. How far apart are your drawn lines?
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One inch
kaholly
Thank you!
Jean Q.
Love your Lily of the Valley. My Grandmother had a bed of these that we were allowed to pick. I believe that gave me my love of flowers. Thank you.
Karen
Fantastic flower – so unique. LOVE new motifs!! THANK YOU.
dragee
So cute and easy to stich (with your help) Thank you so much !
Chip Styles
What a terrific pattern…. will certainly use it in my sashings…. thx Lori…. hopefully see you next week in Duluth
Kathy D
I think I love this more than feat.hers! How beautiful and the idea of using your birth month flower as a secret signature is a great idea
The Calm Quilter
Such a beautiful flower. Your instructions are always so easy to follow – where do you get your inspiration from?
Cindy Pilkington
Great tutorial and photos! I may just give it a try one day.
Julia Parrino
Just love the Lily of the Valley! Lori, congrats on your blog followers going over 10,000!!! That’s a real accomplishment! Good for you and lucky them. You open up a whole new part of quilting to all who follow your wonderful directions!
quiltngrin
I love the Lily of the valley-this is great
Janette
Just received your book this morning. Wow!!!! Thank you so very much for all the information, beautiful pictures and step by step instructions. Truly an amazing addition to my sewing room and quilting journey.
Can’t wait to try this new motif! Thank you!!!!!
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