So it's finally time to cut into my Memento fat-quarter bundle, Carolyn Friedlander's new line with Ruby Star Society! As I mentioned in my August Fabric Usage post, I purchased a yard extra of some of my favorite prints, so ignore those at the bottom of the photo below. Totally didn't think of taking a picture of just the fat quarters!
But when I saw Carolyn's announcement that she was having an Elate quilt along featuring her Elate quilt pattern, I figured it would be a fun first thing to do with this delightful fabric. The pattern offers several sizes, and I'm going with the lap-sized Medium, 60" x 72", which uses 18 fat-quarters.
So I've already spent a little time sorting through the fabrics, and deciding what I want to pair with what. Of course that could change somewhat as I start getting blocks up on the design wall, but at least it's a start. And I did decide to do a test run of all three block styles, and I'm loving how they turned out.
So according to the qal schedule, September 3-16 we should be cutting and sewing blocks and sewing rows together. We'll see if that schedule works for me, but at least I've got a start.
Good progress, those QALs keep you on 'your toes' don't they?
ReplyDeleteI tried to comment on your kitchen make over yesterday and my comment didn't get posted. Oh well! The workmen are doing an amazing job and I like the higher ceiling, more light!!
You're always on top of the latest fabrics, patterns, and alongs! I don't know how you keep up, especially with ongoing work in your kitchen. These fabrics look good, so I understand your attraction to them. Your version of "Elate" is looking wonderful.
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