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Charm Packs, what do you do?

Old 03-29-2012, 03:57 AM
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I'd say make a Twister or even a Chubby Charmer bag by Quilts Illustrated.
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Old 03-29-2012, 04:06 AM
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I am currently using a charm pack that is all florals to make a pinwheel quilt. I am using the easy pinwheel construction that I saw (I think) on Eleanor Burns website. You place two squares face to face and sew around all 4 sides 1/4" inside. Then you cut from one diagonal to the other (top to bottom), then diagonally side to side. Open up the 4 pieces, trim the dogs ears and sew together for a very fast pinwheel. It's so fast and easy, especially if you are starting with square precuts -- doesn't matter what size.
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Old 03-29-2012, 04:13 AM
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Quiltnmore, I really like that pattern and it looks like a really quick and easy pattern to put together when you need something quickly. I also have a bunch of charm packs that I have picked up but have not used them. This is a really good idea, Thanks for sharing it with us.
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Old 03-29-2012, 05:11 AM
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Fabric companies have many free projects on their websites which showcase specific cuts of fabrics. Here are just a few that I've used for inspiration

http://www.modabakeshop.com/
http://www.ttfabrics.net/patterns/
http://www.windhamfabrics.com/projects/
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Old 03-29-2012, 05:19 AM
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I vote for the twister - it's pretty addictive.
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Old 03-29-2012, 05:44 AM
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Disappearing nine patch is another good one. Or gift them to me
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Old 03-29-2012, 05:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Handcraftsbyjen View Post
What is the name of the 2nd picture you posted?
The fabric is Moda's Bliss line, by Bonnie and Camille... No patterns, just did my own thing.
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Old 03-29-2012, 06:12 AM
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I just made a table topper from 2 charm packs that I have had for some time. I used one of the Schnibbles patterns and it turned out perfect, no left overs. You should try one of their patterns.
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Old 03-30-2012, 02:37 AM
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I like to make placemats with them. I pick out an additional coordinating fabric from my stash, but a few 5" squares from that, and use the resting for napkins. Works up cute! I can get 4 placemats from a collection of 5" squares by doing it this way.
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Old 03-30-2012, 03:00 AM
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I'm currently using some charm packs for a Grandmothers Flower Garden. Cutting them into 4ths makes 4 perfect size (1") hexies. I'm using several though since I want at least a generous lap quilt!
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