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QuiltE 08-31-2011 10:33 AM
I used the Eleanor Burn method on the ones I have done. Since then I have seen the Marti Michell method, and it looks like a good technique too ... and I think I'd check it out before I start another LC.

To me, LCs look best in the narrower strips .... max 2-1/2", but preferably narrower!!!!
(and yes, JIMHO!!!!)

dunster 08-31-2011 10:35 AM
I like Judy Martin's log cabin techniques best. I also like the narrower strips, at most 1" wide finished.

QuiltE 08-31-2011 10:38 AM
Originally Posted by dunster
I like Judy Martin's log cabin techniques best. I also like the narrower strips, at most 1" wide finished.
Yessssssssssss ..... narrow!!!!!!!!!!!
(I didn't want to scare everyone with that thought!! :))

girliegirl 08-31-2011 10:58 AM
decaf???? oh no ............. bring it on baby!
Originally Posted by Miss Ruthie
You need decaf........ ;)

katiebear1 08-31-2011 11:43 AM
Originally Posted by NJ Quilter
Not to be a naysayer here but I'm working on my first log cabin and have to say I'm not loving it at all! Have lovely fabrics and I'm strip piecing but it's just not grabbing me the way it does many others. I'm glad everyone is enjoying theirs but I don't see another one in my future.
Try doing just one block at a time. My first (and it was just my second ever quilt) was a log cabin. I strip pieced. I got all confused and plus I was working with 1 inch strips. I was scared to try another, but finally worked up my courage and am working on one block at a time assembly. I am enjoyong it.

purplefiend 08-31-2011 11:45 AM
I love to make log cabin blocks, great way to use up scraps.
Sharon W. in Texas

dunster 08-31-2011 11:48 AM
Originally Posted by katiebear1

Try doing just one block at a time. My first (and it was just my second ever quilt) was a log cabin. I strip pieced. I got all confused and plus I was working with 1 inch strips. I was scared to try another, but finally worked up my courage and am working on one block at a time assembly. I am enjoyong it.
This shows how different methods appeal to different people. I generally do about 8-12 blocks at the same time. I use Judy Martin's methods, so all my logs are pre-cut and separated by size and value. I set out the logs for the right length and value (light or dark) and sew the same log on all blocks, then go press all of them, then back to sew the next log on. To me this is much less confusing than working round and round the same block.

Maire 08-31-2011 04:32 PM
Originally Posted by QuiltE
And don't forget BarnBum's lovely floral log cabins .... *drool*
I tried finding information on that but can't, is it a book? Or one of Eleanor Burns? I couldn't find it on her site, very interested to know more,
thanks,
Maire

QuiltE 08-31-2011 04:44 PM
Originally Posted by Maire
Originally Posted by QuiltE
And don't forget BarnBum's lovely floral log cabins .... *drool*
I tried finding information on that but can't, is it a book? Or one of Eleanor Burns? I couldn't find it on her site, very interested to know more,
thanks,
Maire
BarnBum is another poster her eon QB. You can find her via the User List above. Also, I'm sure many of her floral log cabins will be included in the photo Gallery here ... see the bottom of this page to find that.

blueangel 08-31-2011 07:39 PM
There are so many layouts.

girliegirl 09-01-2011 02:56 AM
Eleanor Burns is a log cabin in a day.. it is great
Originally Posted by Maire
Originally Posted by QuiltE
And don't forget BarnBum's lovely floral log cabins .... *drool*
I tried finding information on that but can't, is it a book? Or one of Eleanor Burns? I couldn't find it on her site, very interested to know more,
thanks,
Maire

zennia 09-01-2011 03:05 AM
I love doing the Log Cabin. They work well in my country style home. My first quilts were log cabins and I am still using them.

Crlyn 09-01-2011 03:20 AM
Originally Posted by dunster

This shows how different methods appeal to different people. I generally do about 8-12 blocks at the same time. I use Judy Martin's methods, so all my logs are pre-cut and separated by size and value. I set out the logs for the right length and value (light or dark) and sew the same log on all blocks, then go press all of them, then back to sew the next log on. To me this is much less confusing than working round and round the same block.
I'm also using Judy Martin's method and really enjoying making my first log cabin quilt. I'm doing 6 blocks at one time.

applique 09-01-2011 03:55 AM
Have you checked out Judy Martin's Log Cabin book?

brushandthimble 09-01-2011 03:58 AM
I love the scrappy ones the best, and what I call "contolled" scrappy:)

Yes I agree Barnbum florals are to "drool" for... some day...

benjafroo 09-01-2011 04:05 AM
Originally Posted by slstitcher
Fast and easy. You can make so many different designs with the blocks.
I've made two log cabins before and while I think they're beautiful, fast and easy does not describe the process for me. :-)

ladyredhawk 09-01-2011 11:17 PM
i did a diamond log cabin and it is really nice.

pippa45 09-05-2011 02:18 AM
Well lots for the Log Cabin, and even one against.
I have the fabric cut for nine squares, but am to
nervous about putting it together.
Any suggestions ?

Yooper32 09-05-2011 02:29 AM
Originally Posted by pippa45
Well lots for the Log Cabin, and even one against.
I have the fabric cut for nine squares, but am to
nervous about putting it together.
Any suggestions ?
Yes, just hop in and get with it, the pain only lasts for a moment, then the joy sets in.


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