Some weeks are really productive in the sewing room, and some are not. This was a "or not" kind of week in terms of sewing productivity. I did make some progress on the decluttering front, so it's a win. But sewing is therapeutic for me, and by yesterday morning I was definitely craving some extended sewing time.
First up was adding the borders to finish a flimsy. Enchanted is a pattern from Fabric Cafe in a 3-yard quilt book. It's perfect for showcasing a bigger print that you don't want to cut into small pieces. That beautiful poppy print was a perfect choice for those big blocks, and I must thank blogger friend Connie for sending it to me. I actually made this bigger, using more like 1.5 yards of each fabric. I really love how this one turned out. It's just a flimsy right now but I'll be looking for a backing.
The strip sets are now all sewn to make a kid sized quilt using the Mickey Mouse fabric. I love the red and grey together. Assembling the quilt top is on my To Do list for today.
Block sewing wasn't a big priority this week, but a few were added to collections.
Neutral string blocks make a pretty interesting choice for these Drunkard's Path blocks. Two red blocks have been added to the little pile. These are only 6" (finished) blocks, and I have no plan yet for them. But they are fun to play with.
A few Hollow 9-patch blocks happened this week. Two of each - red, blue, and yellow are now in the little bin with the pink ones. These use 2.5" squares to make 6" finished blocks, so I'll need a lot of them. I keep thinking there are more of these somewhere, hiding in a drawer, but haven't found them yet. Surprise, surprise!
Two red Gameboard blocks were yesterday's addition. There is still no real plan for these blocks, but they are kind of cute.
There is a new rainbow themed project waiting in the wings, and this one doesn't involve scraps. I promised myself that I wouldn't start working on this one until I had the Poppy quilt top sewn, and the Mickey Mouse quilt top sewn. But I'm getting ready . . .
I'll be linking up today with Rainbow Scrap Challenge:
9 comments:
With this big dose of sewing therapy you'll be energized and ready to go! Happy Easter to all the Fridleys.
Oh, that star design in your last photo would get me, too! That will be gorgeous. Have fun with it! I love the Enchanted quilt top, too, with that pretty poppy fabric. You got that one together quickly!
The poppy fabric sure made a pretty flimsy! Well done! The rainbow project looks ever so pretty:)
The poppy quilt is totally fabulous! Can't wait to see how the Mickey turns out & the LV string Drunkard's blocks are very intriguing. I really like the look.
Your new star project looks amazing, can't wait to see this one grow.
The Poppy quilt is stunning! I’m looking forward to seeing your progress on the new Rainbow quilt.
The poppy quilt turned out beautifully! Very bold and bright. Some weeks are all about balance and seems like you hit the right degree of that last week. Happy stitching this week.
Pretty flimsy and scrappy blocks! The rainbow star is awesome. I have a few put on wait too, until I finish more UFOs.
Don't know how you are resisting working on the Rainbow Lone Star quilt. Love how the colors spiral and those colors - wow!
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