So it was on to Unit D - border chunks. They were super fast and easy to make, and I got to use some of those bright fabrics I chose. I've been avoiding all reveals of the top, so I still didn't know what the finished quilt was going to look like, but I knew we were getting close because we've used most of the pieces that were assigned at this point!
At this point, I am up to the May reveals...so getting caught up for sure! This clue was assembling blocks! Exciting and fun - ribbon units, four patches and plain squares all went together to make 5 pretty chain blocks:
May 20 was the final unit and top reveal! So onwards I went - the final block used the border chunks and four patches. Whoops. I ended up with two greens right next to each other...
It's not really that bad, but since there were only four of the four patch units I decided to remake them and put blue so it would be next to the green instead.
Much better! Now to sew all the blocks together into a top! Only 9 blocks, so it wouldn't have taken long except that my machine decided to have a problem. A piece of thread wrapped around the little flap on the bobbin and bent my needle out of shape and got something out of whack. I had to clean lint out from under the needle plate, and work on the bobbin for a bit, but eventually I got everything in line and was able to finish up the top! So cute!
I'm really happy I was able to get caught up and now I'm super excited to quilt this because it's so pretty. I think I'll use my leftover strips to make a rainbow binding.
Linking up with Denise for Put Your Foot Down - I had my petal to the metal today, and it was well worth it!
Your quilt top looks awesome! I love that you did all IB scraps for your version.
ReplyDeleteWow. I had always avoided pairing bright fabric with a subtle fabric because I was worried it wouldn't look right/balanced. You proved me wrong. The looks great. And thank you so much for linking up with me. come back next week. BTW, I am a little behind and fear you may have the next block released before I piece the tugboat.
ReplyDeleteI really like these 2 blocks together! Where is the Daisy Mystery located?
ReplyDeleteI love these colors! Your version looks great!
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