Question about making a scrappy log cabin...
12-18-2010, 07:10 AM
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Originally Posted by applique
You are soooo bad! Now all I can think of is that I have quite a bit of brick, wood grain and stone fabric that I really need to make a few LC blocks from. Groan, another quilt. Maybe I won't like it.
12-18-2010, 07:59 AM
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Yes, all the center blocks should be the same
throughout the quilt.
They can be red, representing a fire in the hearth.
Or they can be yellow, representing a candle in the window.
Or they can be black, representing no fire in the hearth.
throughout the quilt.
They can be red, representing a fire in the hearth.
Or they can be yellow, representing a candle in the window.
Or they can be black, representing no fire in the hearth.
12-18-2010, 09:37 AM
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My most recent scrappy LC quilt did not have a unified hearth block, but I did give attention to maintaining good contrast between the lights and darks, and as the blocks evolved, I made an effort to keep the distribution of reds and yellows even throughout the blocks, as those colors call attention to themselves the most when viewed from a distance.
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12-18-2010, 12:22 PM
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I am new to this Board and I would love to make a scrappy log cabin but I do not know the basics about making one or the measurements of the fabric to cut. I would appreciate it so much if someone could get me started.
Thank you very much. Love this site. I look forward to reading it everyday.
Glenna in WV
Thank you very much. Love this site. I look forward to reading it everyday.
Glenna in WV
12-18-2010, 12:35 PM
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Glenna,
LC is very flexible as to size of strips, so it's pretty much a matter of personal preference. In the quilt I have above, the hearth squares are all cut 2.5 inches, for a finished 2 inch square. The individual logs are all between 1 1/4 inches and 2 1/2 inches -- that's right -- I used varying widths of strips. I simply trimmed the blocks to be uniform size before assembling the rows. Some people do like to cut all their log pieces before sewing. I don't. I just assembly line construct the blocks, then press, and cut. It makes the process move quickly for me, and I'm satisfied with my end results.
Since you are new to the pattern, you might find it best to start with a small project (a pillow or a table runner) and use relatively wide strips until you feel comfortable with the construction process.
Have fun with it
RST
LC is very flexible as to size of strips, so it's pretty much a matter of personal preference. In the quilt I have above, the hearth squares are all cut 2.5 inches, for a finished 2 inch square. The individual logs are all between 1 1/4 inches and 2 1/2 inches -- that's right -- I used varying widths of strips. I simply trimmed the blocks to be uniform size before assembling the rows. Some people do like to cut all their log pieces before sewing. I don't. I just assembly line construct the blocks, then press, and cut. It makes the process move quickly for me, and I'm satisfied with my end results.
Since you are new to the pattern, you might find it best to start with a small project (a pillow or a table runner) and use relatively wide strips until you feel comfortable with the construction process.
Have fun with it
RST
12-18-2010, 02:11 PM
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I am in LOVE!!!!! All of the log cabins are just GORGEOUS!! You all are among the most talented people I have ever known, seen, heard, however you would describe our relationship with each other here. I wish I DID know you all. I'd have you all over for tea.
12-18-2010, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by RST
My most recent scrappy LC quilt did not have a unified hearth block, but I did give attention to maintaining good contrast between the lights and darks, and as the blocks evolved, I made an effort to keep the distribution of reds and yellows even throughout the blocks, as those colors call attention to themselves the most when viewed from a distance.
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12-18-2010, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by pieces
Yes, all the center blocks should be the same
throughout the quilt.
They can be red, representing a fire in the hearth.
Or they can be yellow, representing a candle in the window.
Or they can be black, representing no fire in the hearth.
throughout the quilt.
They can be red, representing a fire in the hearth.
Or they can be yellow, representing a candle in the window.
Or they can be black, representing no fire in the hearth.
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