Friday, May 3, 2013

Polaroid Progress

Once upon a time, I hosted the *Picture-Perfect* Polaroid Block Swap, and by the time it was over, I had amassed 205(!) blocks from all around the world. Why I don't already have a Polaroid quilt all stitched up, I have no idea. But now's the time.

Enlisting the help of the Always Bee Learning bee, a Polaroid quilt is this month's project as I take my turn as hostess. As references, I've shared this Polaroid primer by capitolaQuilter and this gallery full of block layouts.

So the plan? I've sent each bee member 9 Polaroid blocks + 2 1/2" strips of three black or black and white fabrics. I'm asking that they 'frame' each Polaroid block and then create one large block with them all. My primary adaption from the original instructions is to trim each framed block to 6 1/2" rather than the 4 1/2" suggested. Here's my sample block which measures 18 1/2" square:

 My bee-mates are being given free reign - to either make a block very similar in layout to mine - or to use a placement inspired by the gallery or their own imagination. Either way, I'm looking forward to seeing a Polaroid quilt finally take shape.
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25 comments:

  1. Tina CraigMay 3, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    That's brilliant. Finish it up with a little help from your friends!

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  2. JulianneMay 3, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Great idea! I also still have my stack of polaroids...just waiting for some inspiration....thanks for the help!

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  3. RachelMay 3, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Awesome! I really like this idea for using these blocks.

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  4. Chelsie CMay 3, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    So cute! I just had my bee mates make Polaroids without the background and I didn't know what I wanted to do next, but I think I just found inspiration!

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  5. CapitolaQuilterMay 3, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    the larger spacing really shows off the polaroids well - I'm just as guilty of having stacks of these wonderful blocks and not a single finished project to show for it.

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  6. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsMay 3, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Oh, I love these blocks!!! The quilt will look awesome!

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  7. MitziMay 3, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Your blocks are awesome! I love that gray sketchy fabric - what is that? You're going to have a great quilt when you get that finished!

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  8. Couch MeowMay 3, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Where is that Llama print from?! I love it!

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  9. CarlaMay 3, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    This will be one amazing quilt Debbie!

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  10. SvetlanaMay 3, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    this is going to be such a fun quilt. Love all the pretty fussy cut centers.

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  11. Katie BMay 3, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Really cute! I need some Golden Gate Bridge fabric!

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  12. EllynMay 3, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    great idea! I can't wait to see it all done

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  13. bruinbrMay 3, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    Can't wait to see this! I need to get going on my Polaroid quilt as well! :)

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  14. TrudieMay 3, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    What a great quilt this is going to bee!

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  15. Katy CameronMay 3, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    Very cunning plan, sharing the sashing pain :oD

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  16. TsonikiMay 3, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    Great idea! I want to make some polaroid blocks and just haven't taken the time to do so yet. LOL

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  17. Heidi StaplesMay 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    This is going to be fabulous, Debbie!

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  18. KateMay 3, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Oooh, now this is a great way to get it done! I was thinking plain grey, but I love the way it looks in B&W prints....and I have a whole box of those! And a great way for you to get unique layouts!

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  19. KirstenMay 3, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    The polaroids will look fabulous with the B&W fabrics!

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  20. LeanneMay 4, 2013 at 5:52 AM

    I can't wait, that block looks great.

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  21. Teje KarjalainenMay 4, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Looks so great, Debbie! I'm still holding my little, sweet blocks - waiting for a special idea to use them. x Teje

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  22. KellyMay 6, 2013 at 5:03 AM

    They look so cool with the different sashing, great idea!

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  23. quirky granola girlMay 7, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    i like the fabric you chose to sash around the polaroids. this will be fabulous.

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  24. PattiMay 8, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    I CAN NOT wait to see the finsh quilt. I have a Granddaughter who is really into taking pictures and would love to do something like this for her. Patti

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  25. sew katie didJuly 18, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Oh I LOVE it with this background!

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