Day: October 21, 2024

Here’s a really fun quilt–be sure to scroll down to see the maker’s dress as it matches the gingham used in this quilt. (You might have to copy this link to get to this post.)

https://mailchi.mp/thencamejune/three-things-weve-never-done-before?e=cf2adeac48

This quilt is super bright, yes. And I think the bright neon thread is a gutsy choice that works well.

This little project from Tara Faughnan’s online “Blocks 2” class is finished. I tried facing for the first time, and it worked well I think. I like the clean, modern look facing gives.

This one (18-inches square) can be used as a decorative table topper I think. Here it is with large and deep rope bowl I made as an example. But a thinner vase with flowers would be lovely and more in proportion.

I’m hand quilting the bright version now.

I never would have thought of this “hourglass half-rectangle block” on my own, and I am intrigued. Note: you have to cut two of the half-square rectangle blocks on the diagonal to get the 4 colors of the hourglass block–then sew those two halves together.

I’m now making some potholders while playing with versions of a straight hourglass block combined with this half-rectangle hourglass block–and having lots of fun trimming blocks into pieces that will make a kind of collage look for the potholders. Pics to follow at some point.

Have a great week everyone!