Once again I am going back to a UFO but
this time I am making more progress. Sewing
with friends certainly helps!
There is always something on to listen to, and
last night I helped the Enterprise crew deal with
some nasty aliens.
These crazy patch log cabins have
been kicking around my sewing area
for some time. I am excited to work on
them but other UFOs kept calling.
A good browse thru the UFO corner
and my treasure hunting was satisfied.
I can dig out the scrap strips for this
black accented beauty. We all collect
the cut-offs and edges of trimmed items.
These make great pieces for this quilt.
This partial block even got incorporated,
it looks great!
I started out with a pile of these from
I've kept moving the boxes all over the workroom!
I added a strip of black to each side using up
some assorted strips of black. The shades do
seem to vary a bit, but I am okay with it.
Next up, I sorted out my cut offs, ( I have a lot more than shown)
and added a round to the blocks. I had to call on another box of
little bits saved for scrappy boarders to get more parts
but scraps are never a scarce item in my workspace!
Once again, there seem
to be a lot more starter blocks than needed so there
will be another family set in the making.
I've only been working on enough for one top.
Now I have a nice pile going but will need to
finish them off and add a 4 or 5 inch strip of black.
This is a good place
to start using the lovely bolt of black my walking
partner sourced for me.
Trimmed to size the
blocks will be ready for a striped sashing.
There's is still a lot of stitching to do so
Stay safe and sew on !
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Oh, a fabulous way to use up your scraps! The black border is perfect for creating a cohesive whole, it's going to be a fun quilt! Love the tulip blocks too ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your inspirational work, and linking up!
That black bolt will come in handy , and I am using up bits of black too! Happy sewing!
DeleteThat is going to be stunning. Can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It is fun to do too!
DeleteThe first picture looks like my sewing room, haha. Projects abound here too. Looks like you are having a lot of fun with little bits and pieces. Looking forward to seeing this one grow. enjoy! ;^)
ReplyDeleteI was actually sitting on the floor enjoying my own little project show, it was very soothing!
DeleteWith the black border those scrappy blocks are going to look fantastic. I wonder what you are going to do with those tulips?? They are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThey are a gifted set. So... a spring table runner, a blanket box runner, border for a small special baby quilt maybe a big quilt carry bag!?!
Deleteooo I like how these are changing
ReplyDeleteThanks, why is it so much fun to make piles of things in progress? Some weird OCD thing I'm sure.
DeleteThese crazy patch log cabin blocks look awesome, Deb! Looking forward to seeing the finish. Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings!
ReplyDeleteThank you , they are so much fun to do that I've made too many, again!
DeleteGreat use of those orphan blocks - going to be a great quilt. xx
ReplyDeleteOrphan in waiting no longer! I'm making great use of them and they are using up a tiny portion of my scrap hoard!
DeleteOoh, I love scrappy quilts - making something beautiful out of leftovers! The black bolt was a great addition.
ReplyDeleteThank you, I have a very frugal nature so scrap quilting sooths my soul.
DeleteLove those cute little wonky blocks! You'll love that black batting. I find it helps the colors in your fabrics stay bright and vibrant, especially if they are dark. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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Dark colors really do make others pop, don't they! Thank you !
DeleteLooking great!
ReplyDeleteThanks, they are fun to do!! Now to get them put together!
ReplyDeleteTHose are super fun blocks!!!
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