Monday, September 28, 2015

A Modern Sampler

Another quilt along was not on my radar. At all.
But then Caitlin/Salty Oat posted on Instagram that she was hosting a quilt along for Yoshiko Jinzenji's Modern Sampler Quilt. Get where I'm going here? One block a month sounds doable, right? Yeah.
Each block is made using templates, which I admit, isn't my favorite; in fact I cheated a bit making the center of the first block using my tried-and-true piecing methods. But I did use those templates for the 2 borders and they worked great, which is a good thing, since there are 1 or 2 borders on each block we'll be making.
As you can see on the logo below, the original quilt has bits of color sprinkled throughout the quilt. I'm not quite sure where I'll go with mine, but my first inclination is to keep it very neutral. So time will tell.

It's not too late to join in! I'm posting my finished block A today and will link it up over at Salty Oat tomorrow (and onward on the last Tuesday of each month). So you'll be able to see everyone's blocks there, as well as on Instagram under hashtag #modernsamplerquiltalong. The quilt pattern can be purchased online through Zakka Workshop, the pattern's publisher (use coupon code QUILTALONG for a 20% discount). Basically, all the scoop on the quilt along can be found over at Salty Oat!

 
Linking up with Modern Sampler Quilt Along.
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11 comments:

  1. SusanSeptember 28, 2015 at 2:05 AM

    I love where this is going Debbie! The neutrals are very modern and clean!

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  2. Kathy@KayakQuiltingSeptember 28, 2015 at 4:40 AM

    One block and it is so dramatic already! Beautiful work.

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  3. lauraluvsloonsSeptember 28, 2015 at 4:43 AM

    I love this and can't wait to see what you do with the quilting:)

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  4. SvetlanaSeptember 28, 2015 at 6:02 AM

    Your blog is such a beauty, Debbie. So looking forward to seeing everyone's blocks.

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  5. KrisSeptember 28, 2015 at 6:10 AM

    This looks great. I am still not sure what direction I will take my blocks nor will I be on time with completions! :)

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  6. MareMareSeptember 28, 2015 at 6:23 AM

    "Another quilt along was not on my radar." It's funny when you say things, right? :D Been there! :)

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  7. EllynSeptember 28, 2015 at 6:42 AM

    can't wait to see where this goes!

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  8. Pam GavinSeptember 28, 2015 at 9:10 AM

    Temptress!! I have to try a few of these blocks. I have the book, so you've nudged me forward. I have a couple items to finish first. Love your block.

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  9. Heidi StaplesSeptember 28, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    Beautiful!!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 28, 2015 at 10:27 PM

    Another example to take to the October lectures? This one I would love to join in. Maybe I will. K

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  11. I'm Feelin' CraftyOctober 1, 2015 at 9:44 PM

    hmmmm!!! This is very inspiring! I really like the quilt. Debating... Should I join in?? :)

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