I managed to finish up a quick shop sample this week for Threads That Bind - it uses the Poppy Poetry Panel and charm square pack from Clothworks.
Don't those Ombre borders make the quilt?
I had a hard time deciding how to quilt the squares, and what color thread to use? I decided to use Aurifil Black throughout the quilt (50 wt) and it was perfect. I love this little loop design more and more every time I use it. Even if it's a little uneven it still looks great. And it's quick to quilt as well - this sample was needed for a show this weekend (Grants Pass, OR if you are nearby).
I love sneaking a quick finish in, especially when I am in the midst of pattern writing and sample making for future catalogs! Plus it gives me something to blog about :)
Island Batik published this funny saying on facebook - it sums up yesterday's sewing for sure:
I started out by sewing one triangle wrong. Corrected it to match the other three, then realized I had a pair at the end that were wrong. Corrected those, and when I counted blocks realized that all four were wrong. Finally got the final block headed the right direction. Grrr. Working with directional prints can really be a pain, but I have to say my efforts were worth it in the end! Now my question is, should I write an explanation of working with directional prints into the pattern? I am thinking, yes. Should be interesting to explain!
Tomorrow Block 7 comes out for Seashore Splendor....I am back on track finally! And don't worry, no directional fabrics to worry about for this block - that project came together with no problems at all.
Hope your seam ripper stays put away and that you have a great sewing day!
1 comment:
What an attractive quilt! And I love that saying....so true!
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