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Mkotch 01-11-2019 03:45 AM

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Here's one of my favorites - out of The Big Book of Scrap Quilts:[ATTACH=CONFIG]606571[/ATTACH]

jmoore 01-11-2019 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Irishrose2 (Post 8190441)
I have a scrappy Arkansas Crossroads in the works as my leaders/enders right now. Dozens of 2 1/2" squares and a background fabric.

Arkansas Crossroads is one of my favorites too. Here is a great tutorial. http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/...-tutorial.html

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illinois 01-11-2019 04:49 AM


Originally Posted by Joe (Post 8190177)
I have seen those and they are awesome, im trying to avoid buying any interfacing or anything just working with what I have on hand.

Do you or a friend use dryer sheets? Instead of throwing those away, use them as the foundation for string quilts. Use the ones that are no longer scented or usable for softening. Also, a person can use phone book pages but, of course, that probably needs to be removed. I suppose the paper might "wash out" in time but I would think it best to remove.

Karamarie 01-11-2019 05:21 AM

Sometimes I just want to sew, sew - so I just sew squares together. To gussy it up, I may then attach appliqué pieces to the top. Very relaxing and don't have to think much.

RN-Quilter 01-11-2019 05:24 AM

Trailmix uses 1.5" & 2" & 2.5" and I think 3.5"block if I remember correctly. It is a free pattern on Allpeople Quilt. Here is a link to the pattern: http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/quilt-...ilts/trail-mix
Show pictures when you have decided on a pattern and what you did with your scraps....we can all use ideas:):thumbup:

alikigirl 01-11-2019 05:28 AM

Here is a great block for scraps - with free instructions

http://quiltinggallery.com/2012/06/2...rappy-project/

RN-Quilter 01-11-2019 05:29 AM

Another pattern for small and bigger blocks is Barn Dance. It is a free pattern - the pdf is at the bottom of the page. Here is the link: https://justquiltin.wordpress.com/ab...arn-dance-qal/

sheilar 01-11-2019 06:37 AM

I love Arkansas Crossroads! I make it with leftover binding. Since I only cut my binding at 2 1/4” my blocks are a little smaller :sew: usually the pieces are 2 1/2”. You’ll find many patterns to choose from.

Joe 01-11-2019 07:56 AM


Originally Posted by illinois (Post 8190487)
Do you or a friend use dryer sheets? Instead of throwing those away, use them as the foundation for string quilts. Use the ones that are no longer scented or usable for softening. Also, a person can use phone book pages but, of course, that probably needs to be removed. I suppose the paper might "wash out" in time but I would think it best to remove.

That's a good idea, time to start saving those :)

Joe 01-11-2019 08:00 AM


Originally Posted by jmoore (Post 8190482)
Arkansas Crossroads is one of my favorites too. Here is a great tutorial. http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/...-tutorial.html

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Arkansas crossroads looks fun, so many great idea!


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