Sew, as you know, I jumped onto a sew along over at
Conquering Mount Scrapmore, Brenda Logan's site.
I'm making pretty good progress.
This is the little project that got me started
on the spring sew along.
I was making 4 1/2" beige/crumb strips
for this scrap quilt project with crumb squares.
came across the sew along
working with beige strings,
I jumped right on.
Here's what I have so far!
Step 1
I have a 3 1/2" ruler so that made
the first step easy.
Step 2
making little diagonal string blocks.
I even had some larger brown blocks that quickly cut
down into the correct size.
Step 3
This step just required plain squares so it
was easy.
Step 4
A classic peaky and spike block
was next. I made it with the
tri tool & rex tool by EZ quilting.
Step 5
Then another peaky and spike in a different
color combination for step 5.
Step 6
Step 6 is more challenging. It is a
stretched diamond with beige corner triangles.
Not one ruler I have would match the corner
angle so I made a cardboard template to assist.
The corners are not on but the center diamonds are complete.
Step 7
TBD
Step 8
TBD
Step 9
TBD
Step 10
TBD
Step ?
I'm not sure how many steps this sew along will have,
but I'm not really figuring out what it's going to look like!
I thought I had it figured but then some four patches
and pinwheels came into the mix on step 10!
I guess we'll just have to
stay tuned and see what happens.
Still working on the TBD (to be done) blocks
and I want to be finished with the sew along by month end
if the steps stop coming!
Scraps only this month, no fabric purchased!
Stay Safe and Sew on!
Linking up with:
Needle & Thread Thursday
OMG why have I never thought of using neutral strings(and I have a ton) for sashings, I love it. Thanks for the inspiration!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome. They are fun to sew and provide lots of muted interest!
DeleteIt's been years since I heard/read anyone referring to Peaky and Spike. One of my prize possessions is a signed copy of one of Doreen Speckman's books. She always included a personified version of P & S as part of her signature. How will all those various units come together? Guess I will just have to check your blog to find out.
ReplyDeleteIt took me a while to realize the peaky and spike resemblance! I am very curious about the big finish coming!
DeleteI'm looking forward to seeing how this all comes together. Using those neutral strings as sashing is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteWe do love neutrals!
DeleteWhat an interesting combination of units and colors. I'm looking forward to seeing how it all comes together. ;) Thanks for sharing in Sew & Tell.
ReplyDeleteMe too! It will be fun!
DeleteI look forward to seeing this all come together, Deb! Lots of interesting "parts!!" Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome! It has been fun!
DeleteExciting project, it's going to be fun to see how all these pieces are going to fit together!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the steps, and linking up.
I hope mine fit together well. A few more steps to do!
DeleteAwesome use of those strings and strips.
ReplyDeleteThank you !
DeleteDeb this is such a fun QAL. I’m enjoying watching your progress. Thank you for sharing on ToDo Tuesday. I’m looking forward to seeing how much progress you’ve made on your projects this week 😁 Carol
ReplyDeleteGetting closer to the end! I am anxious for the big reveal!
DeleteWow so many different units! I have no idea how this will all go together, but I'm fascinating. Can't wait for your next update. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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I caught sight of the block and was pleasantly surprised! My guess was a little bit correct. It will be exciting to put one together. I am one step behind!
DeleteYour blocks are looking good. I am up to step 10. Only a week behind but the push of seeing the first block layout will spur me on. Yes we need clue 10 to do this. It’s great sewing along.
ReplyDeleteIt is fun. Adding all those corners to the beige rectangles was a lot! I' m keen to see the block!
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