I took a very minimal approach with the first block, still in the mood to dabble with inset seams, as I had been over the weekend. At 6" x 19", I loved it for its simplicity and of course, its color.
For the second block, I specifically wanted a horizontal orientation, had a design in mind, marked it roughly in hera marker on my background fabric, and in all honesty, had trouble making it happen. That to say, I tossed it aside and started again. The second block went together better, though haltingly, but once it was done, I really didn't like it. Ugh. So I walked away for a bit, and came back knowing I needed to slice into it and trim it up. That brought it to 11" x 18.5" and resulted in a design I could live with. With my two blocks somewhat on the literal side, I'm curious to see how my bee-mates interpret the theme.
The great thing about improv is the ability to modify just like you did. I'm very curious to see how others interpret the theme, too.
ReplyDeleteI love them both. themes for your bee are always so intriguing!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing how you interpret these challenges...well for me, they’d be a challenge! For you they are a triumph!
ReplyDeleteNice work and exciting colors, Debbie.
ReplyDeleteI love those inset stripes and pieces. The first design could be a very modern and extraordinary table runner making a great table decoration. I love the ideas that come from the improve patchwork.
ReplyDeleteI love the first one especially! The lines are fantastic! Improv is so perfect (or not!) when you have a start that doesn't float your boat. You can hack it up and try again! Well done...these are very rooted!
ReplyDeleteI love the red and minimalist one ! Great job !
ReplyDeleteBoth blocks are very inspiring! Great work.
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