- FAITH Circle quilt - This quilt was my plan for the group in February, and I'm beyond thrilled with the blocks I got back. They are Vice Versa blocks by gen x quilters, January's blocks in the BOM she's hosting. What a clever concept for blocks, and I'm really enjoying seeing them around about. The layout I chose using just 1 pair of blocks is quite different from the quilt AnneMarie designed. But I think it's all going to be just fine. So my goal is to get this top pieced, and then get to quilting it after the retreat.
- Mom's quilt top - You may remember the pillows I made for my mom last fall. Well Mom saw and liked the Disappearing 9-patch pattern on Pinterest, and I assured her it would be a great use for the leftover pillow fabric. I'm adding in a few stash prints so I can make it a nice lap quilt size, and though what you see below is as far as I've gotten, I have all the necessary squares cut out, so I'm hoping I can easily get this top pieced too.
- Mini Swoon - If I can get the above two tops pieced, this will be my reward. I've had the pattern and fabric chosen for a couple of months. At least now the pieces are all cut. We'll see how far I can get on this mini. Finished size is 19" square. Who knows? Maybe this will even be ready to hang in my studio by next week. One can hope!
- Postage Stamp quilt - In an effort to obliterate the contents of my overflowing scrap basket, I have two scrap projects in the works. Small bits are being cut into 2 1/2" squares. I have about 400 cut, but need around 1200 for a lap quilt. I'll keep cutting till it's time to pack, plus probably take a bag of scraps with me. I'll be using the tutorial by my friend Louise/I'm Feelin' Crafty, and adhering my squares to featherweight interfacing before sewing the blocks together.
- Cross-Stitch Blocks - Here's my other scrap project - cross-stitch blocks using the tutorial by Alyssa/Pile O'Fabric. I'm using Kona Ash charm squares as my base. I've got about 40 more x-pieces cut out, but for the pattern I have in mind, I'll need over 100 total, so I've got a ways to go there too.
So what do you think? Do I have enough to keep me busy for the next few days? I kinda think so.
Yes, you have lots to keep you busy! I especially love that first quilt...wow! Looks like a wonderful retreat in the making!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah! I think you will have enough to keep you busy and you won't be bored by working on the same project! Your bee block quilts are great, love the color combination and the block pattern! And the fabrics in your mother's quilt are beautiful! Have fun!
ReplyDeletesounds like plenty. Don't do the mini swoon when you're tired! It's not mindless sewing, just saying. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, enough to keep you busy! Have fun and I didn't realize mini Swoon was going to be so mini!
ReplyDeleteyou have heaps to keep you busy on the retreat. Taking a heap of stuff means you won't run out. You have some lovely projects there
ReplyDeleteyou have heaps to keep you busy on the retreat. Taking a heap of stuff means you won't run out. You have some lovely projects there
ReplyDeletesorry... my accounts seems to have had the hiccoughs
ReplyDeleteI love the Cross Stitch blocks!! I made a postage stamp quilt, but I didn't use scraps. I used a jelly roll so it was easy. But that is a great way to use up scraps. I need to do that, I have a huge bin of scraps to do something with.
ReplyDeleteI realize that the 2.5" squares are to reduce your scraps, but if you want to trade some to get more variety I'd be game for that. I "processed" my scraps last year and now I have a TONNE of well organized 2.5" squares.
ReplyDeleteI'm in Victoria so mail wouldn't cost that much. quilts at nicolehannah dot ca if you are interested.
I really love the Faith Circle Quilt! Enough to keep busy? I can't keep up! :-)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the list, but mostly, have fun!
ReplyDeleteLOL and if there is a quilt shop near by to retreat, you will come home with 2 more projects! (Ask me how I know...) Great projects!
ReplyDelete1200?! You go girl! Can't wait to see it in progress along with all your other WIPs.
ReplyDeleteI'm excited to see your Dowry mini swoon, it is going to be amazing!
ReplyDeleteWow you do go with a ton of projects. Have fun. I really like how the vice versa blocks turned out. Also one of my fav color schemes.
ReplyDeleteHave lots of fun!!!
ReplyDeleteI always take more than I think I can finish. Too far from civilization at my guild retreats nowadays. Where I lived before, there were fabric and notions and kits from a local shop right at the retreat. Once I did run out of projects and picked up a couple fat quarters and started another. Sometimes it is difficult to calculate the time needed.
ReplyDeleteYes, I think so!! Have fun. :)
ReplyDeleteyeah, I didn't finish all my stuff I took the other retreat, but it's always good to have more than not enough!! :) I love your faith circle quilt! And I can't wait to see the postage stamp one, too!! I'm also curious about your cross stitch design and what you are thinking for that!!!
ReplyDeleteWow Debbie--those are some beautiful WIP's! I am sure they will keep you plenty busy for your retreat! I love the cross-stitch quilt! Can't wait to see your swoon block from those lovely fabrics! :)
ReplyDeleteWould love for you to stop by and link this up to Fabric Frenzy Friday!
-Lindsey
Fabric Frenzy Friday
Ha! I hope that you get them all finished! I'm making a postage stamp with 2.5 inch blocks myself...but as a leader/ender project. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYou've got lots of great stuff going on!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing more of your scrap projects!
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