Summer Sampler 2018 :: Versailles

After last week's paper-piecing challenge, this week's Versailles, designed by Karen/Quiltaposy Studios, was sweet relief. Inspired by the tile floor in the Château de Versailles in France, the simple geometric piecing made for a quick, satisfying sew. Karen included step by step pressing instructions, and rule-follower that I am, I went along.



I know some folks swear by pressing seams open, but years ago I was taught to press to the dark side, and it's a hard habit to break. In more recent times, I discovered how helpful a tailor's clapper can be in that effort. If that's a new-to-you consideration, do check out SuzyQuilts' recent post.

For this block, I liked the idea of using a print as the background fabric considering there was alot of it, and that solid blue was very intentional too. I've used it in a couple of blocks so far, and it seems a little more conspicuous, so I wanted to make sure it 'works.' After this block, I'm pretty sure it does.

Gotta say, I'm so enjoying #summersampler2018. The quilt block designs, the fabrics, the  #summerroadtrip theme, the community.... all so good.

Week 5: Points     Week 4: Giza

Week 3: Southwest Highway     Week 2: Shenzhen     Week 1: Water Well