When Making a New Quilt, Do You
#42
I usually make one block according to the pattern and the fabric I will be using. That way I can see if the block looks the same in real life and it does in my mind. Sometimes my mind plays tricks on me and the block looks nothing as I planned. If all is well with block, that is the first block of the quilt. If I don't like the colors or something else about it, I will make changes .....and have often done that. I then use these "mistake" block in a scrappy sort of quilt.
#44
Test blocks are a great thing if there is a new technique or a funny angle. I made one years ago and went 64 pieces per block for a little kid. I don't think so.
I didn't have anything cut but that one block so I was glad I had tried out the block.
But for techniques and blocks that I recognise as easy and fast, I don't bother.
I didn't have anything cut but that one block so I was glad I had tried out the block.
But for techniques and blocks that I recognise as easy and fast, I don't bother.
#47
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I almost always make at least one so that the pattern can be checked and then if I decide it's too hard or don't like my color choices, into the box for a sampler quilt when I collect enough blocks.
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#49
Originally Posted by Buckeye Rose
If it is a new pattern to me, I try to make a sample block first with scrap fabrics. That way I can find and work out any problem areas before I cut my good fabric. It also lets me know if I am in way over my head (have been there before...lol).
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I still do-- especially on blocks that consist of many pieces and to get a visual on color combinations And if I don't like it then it becomes a block to be added to my collection for a sampler quilt in the future if I need a quick gift
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