About time I posted here again.
Especially for a Blue Monday.
I am participating in a Winter Block Exchange using
winter theme or feeling type fabrics.
The darkest one on the right I already had in my stash so
I decided to start with one to find other fabrics to go with it.
Finally I got to work on the blocks.
I am running out of time to get them done.
First it was the light blue and white squares.
Then the light and dark squares.
Then the medium and light squares.
More triangles to make into squares.
I did a lot of chain sewing which saves time and thread.
Ahhh... now the small triangles made into squares.
Moving along and making rows with three squares each.
At this point I realized my mistake.
I had figured my measurements for the squares based on a 4 row
block I was considering making and then I changed my mind
about which block design to use.
Totally not paying attention that this is a 3 row block.
Guess what, the blocks are coming out smaller than they are supposed to
be for the exchange.
Sigh.....
I just kept plugging away anyway hoping that I
will make it work in the long run.
Wandering Star is the name of this block.
I love how my choice of fabrics fits with the name.
Block is smaller than it should be. I plan to solve the issue by adding
a border or borders to make it the correct size of 9.5 inches square.
Making 12 of these for the exchange.
Happy Blue Monday!
Linnea
PS: I am linking up with Sally at Smiling Sally for Blue Monday.
Lee at Lala Lovelys Quilting is the host for the Winter Block exchange.
14 comments:
Good to "see" you.
What a beauty that quilt will be! I never have learned to quilt, so I admire the work all the more. Thanks for sharing, Linnea. Happy Blue Monday!
It's lovely!
I played too. Mine are here and here.
Wandering Star is a perfect choice. a lovely, creative hobby.
How creative and clever! Love the balance of colour and pattern! Beautiful!
Gorgeous blocks! These will be perfect for the exchange!
Hi thanks again for visiting my post. I didn't realize your Blue post was here. Just came by from the linky. I love your Blue blogs. Have a wonderful week,
Sherry
Beautiful patterns.
Here's my BLUE
Have a great week ahead!
Glad you joined us today. I do not make quilts, but certainly love them and seeing what others create.
oh these are beautiful and I love the name. Can't wait to have them in my hands!!!
Love your choice of fabrics...stars are great!! Looking forward to more
~karen
Linnea, thank you so much for dropping by and leaving such a sweet message. It has been a rough time, but I thank God daily that I have Him in my life. What do people do who don't? I thank God, too, for dear blogging friends like you.
Love to you and yours...
xo,
Sheila
Linnea, I didn't know where to leave this love note, but I decided to leave it here. Hope you and yours have a very Happy Easter filled with blessings overflowing.
xo,
Sheila
Hi Linnea :)
Beautiful name isn't it 'smiles'
Thank you for stopping and leaving a comment in my blog.
Have a great day!
Greetings Linnea
So pretty...Like all the blue!
You had commented on one of my blue monday posts...Years ago.
I had taken a peek at some of my old posts and found your comment...so I thought I would take a look back at your blog, so glad I did I so enjoyed seeing your cross-stitched cards...so much work! They're really nicely done!
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