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Originally Posted by julybaby8
Originally Posted by Izy
That's EXACTLY how I started and finished my sampler quilt, I made about 20 blocks in the end, as my skills improved I found I went 'off' some of my first attempts, I didn't think any further than each block at a time, so I was never daunted!!
Here's a picture of the finished quilt, no pattern used and still on my bed after two years!! here'is a link or two about it: http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-4544-1.htm http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-11817-1.htm I quilted it all on my Janome 9000, did it in two halves!! There are lots of pictures posted through the whole topics if you want to see close ups :thumbup: |
Just choose fabrics that coordinate and can be used (in whatever proportion) with the combo of blocks.
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why not -it's your quilt and great way to learn something new
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If the quilt police come after you, they should check with me first. I'm working my way through the book '501 Rotary-Cut Quilt Blocks' by Judy Hopkins (hence my username and blog). I've done 87 12" squares so far. It's a great way to hone your skills! I use the squares to make lap quilts, practice quilting, whatever. Have fun and don't worry about it. There are no rules. Use your creative juices and enjoy the journey!
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Great Idea! Show us when you are done.
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This is supposed to be a fun hobby. I think that a sampler of whatever strikes your fancy would be wonderful.
Have fun! Cheers, K |
You must have rogue policemen where you are!
Quilting is supposed to be fun. What I like about samplers versus regular quilts is that I learned a new technique for each block. I was never concerned about making my first queen and how it was going or anything else that could have made me nervous. I learned so much that I might even be an advanced beginner now! At least I no longer refuse to make a pattern just because it has triangles in it. It's not that I was scared of them, I just don't like them. Here are my two samplers. Both came directly from quilter's cache, also based on level of difficulty. The way she explains them though, the directions are great. There are some 3 and 4 pin difficulties in mine! http://static.quiltingboard.com/uplo...ith_border.jpg http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z...20made/087.jpg |
Originally Posted by Izy
That's EXACTLY how I started and finished my sampler quilt, I made about 20 blocks in the end, as my skills improved I found I went 'off' some of my first attempts, I didn't think any further than each block at a time, so I was never daunted!!
Here's a picture of the finished quilt, no pattern used and still on my bed after two years!! |
Sure cure:
Stand before your bathroom mirror. Look yourself in the eye. Repeat after me 10 times: "There ARE no quilt police." "There ARE no quilt police." "There ARE no quilt police." Now, stick your tongue out and go, "Pppfffftttt!" You will be redeemed of all thoughts and fears of supposed-to's", what if's, may-I-shouldn't's, and the fear of non-existent quilt police. Smile knowingly. Hugs! Jan in VA |
sampler quilts are absolutely stunning! My very first quilt was a sampler one - and was surprised at how well it turned out!
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