Thanks to each person who offered suggestions :)
I truly appreciate it. Gives me the encouragement to keep trying :)
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Originally Posted by lindadee
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Hi! Thanks for the suggestions :) I did start with graph paper, but got totally overwhelmed with the sheer number of blocks I have. And all the different sizes. There are 3 inch ones and 4 inch ones, also, plus bigger ones, like 14, 15 & 16 inch ones. It's a hot mess LOL :)
sashings here and there to make them fit. It's easier if the blocks are 2, 4, 8, 16. Or 3, 6, 12, 24. You could also group a few of the small blocks to make a bigger block. BTW, Pat Sloan has some videos where she shows how she puts her odd blocks together. It doesn't have to be boring. Have fun! |
Originally Posted by EasyPeezy
(Post 8645443)
I can relate. With all those different sizes, you might have to add a few
sashings here and there to make them fit. It's easier if the blocks are 2, 4, 8, 16. Or 3, 6, 12, 24. You could also group a few of the small blocks to make a bigger block. BTW, Pat Sloan has some videos where she shows how she puts her odd blocks together. It doesn't have to be boring. Have fun! |
Take pictures of each layout before you start rearranging
It seems like photos are more objective - |
Thank you for asking this question and thanks to all the advice given. EasyPeezy - great suggestion to get all the pieces to divisible inches. That helps so much.
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There are two books by Sharyn Craig, Great Sets and Setting Solutions that I have and refer to often.
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I need to see things in color rather than using graph paper. I would decide on a generic size block, say 12" or 16" finished. Then I would group blocks together, perhaps by color or design, and set them together into 12" or 16" blocks. It might involve adding a neutral filler or skinny sashing in between. Or maybe fill in with some checkerboards or flying geese to get things up to size. Then I'd put the blocks together.
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I make t-shirt quilts with different sized blocks. I start in the center with a focal point. I use my bed to lay them out.
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