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05-10-2026, 04:02 PM
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Terri, I don’t want to take credit where credit isn’t due! lol. Those two were partially made quilt tops when they came to me. The centers were done. I’ll be quilting them next week. I put the border on one after I posted and they’re now both ready for sandwiching. I’ll post pix when they’re done.
05-10-2026, 04:42 PM
#362
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Pretty star block, A2P!
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
05-10-2026, 09:40 PM
#364
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Before starting on these boom blocks, I had to make two blocks to finish a baby quilt using boom blocks from long ago. I don't even know which boom I sent out this butterfly fabric. If you have been around awhile, you will probably be able to pick out which two I made, the center blocks in the top and the bottom row. Two of my favorites.
Yesterday, 04:05 AM
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TERRIAMN
Here's a surprise block from the "Town" fabric. It's a surprise because when I was cutting out the squares needed, my son called and said our 17 yr old granddaughter was in a wreck ... she is ok ... but getting checked out at hospital.
Of course he said he'd fill me in tomorrow when he sees me ... don't they realize that imagination is far worse than knowing what actually happened and how she is???? Now I have to wait for her older sister, that is staying with us, to get home late tonight to find anything out .... Geeze!
Anyway, it's a surprise because right after the call, I cut 4 of the blocks at 3.5" when they should have been 4" and had to get on the struggle bus to get the block anywhere close to correct. Definitely surprised when I found out I had cut the squares incorrectly. Do wish now that I had used a more contrasting fabric than the tan/cream ... oh well ... too late for this one.
My phone camera also gives some strange dimensional warp to the fabrics ... really there's nothing wavy in any of the fabrics.
Here's a surprise block from the "Town" fabric. It's a surprise because when I was cutting out the squares needed, my son called and said our 17 yr old granddaughter was in a wreck ... she is ok ... but getting checked out at hospital.
Of course he said he'd fill me in tomorrow when he sees me ... don't they realize that imagination is far worse than knowing what actually happened and how she is???? Now I have to wait for her older sister, that is staying with us, to get home late tonight to find anything out .... Geeze!
Anyway, it's a surprise because right after the call, I cut 4 of the blocks at 3.5" when they should have been 4" and had to get on the struggle bus to get the block anywhere close to correct. Definitely surprised when I found out I had cut the squares incorrectly. Do wish now that I had used a more contrasting fabric than the tan/cream ... oh well ... too late for this one.
My phone camera also gives some strange dimensional warp to the fabrics ... really there's nothing wavy in any of the fabrics.
Wow! Lots of stuff going on here, as usual. So many beautiful blocks and fabrics. Y'all have such creativity. I'm always impressed.
The rainy days are here. Humidity is so high! The temps are cool, but I've had to run the air conditioner just to dry the air so I can work in my sewing area. Here's what I've completed so far. The colors look off to me but maybe it's just my monitor.
SewBizGirl - this block is called "Road to Oklahoma". It's a simple two-color block that shows your brown against a solid white.
Moonwork - I hope this is what you wanted. It is a "Double Sawtooth Star". Again, I used a flat white with your blue and orange-red.
Hav4Boys - Your polka dots are wonderful. And I really like the cloud-like movement in your blue. I can imagine this fabric and pattern on a twin bed.
Duckling - Modern blocks are a challenge for me. You asked for solids, so ... I used my solid white and Colorado State University green to make a bold, uncluttered statement. I hope you like it.
The rainy days are here. Humidity is so high! The temps are cool, but I've had to run the air conditioner just to dry the air so I can work in my sewing area. Here's what I've completed so far. The colors look off to me but maybe it's just my monitor.
SewBizGirl - this block is called "Road to Oklahoma". It's a simple two-color block that shows your brown against a solid white.
Moonwork - I hope this is what you wanted. It is a "Double Sawtooth Star". Again, I used a flat white with your blue and orange-red.
Hav4Boys - Your polka dots are wonderful. And I really like the cloud-like movement in your blue. I can imagine this fabric and pattern on a twin bed.
Duckling - Modern blocks are a challenge for me. You asked for solids, so ... I used my solid white and Colorado State University green to make a bold, uncluttered statement. I hope you like it.
I got a questioning email about Hav’s colors. To reiterate, yes, on her polka dot fabric Hav has requested white be used with the two fabrics she sent. As for the butterfly fabric, please use black along with the yellow piece and the butterflies. Hoping I didn't confuse everyone!
Having a pleasant, easy day. I pulled out two partially completed tops from the batch of fabrics I received from my friend. I’ve cut the batting and once I finish attaching the border on the blue, I hope to quilt and bind them quickly and send them off to PL. Aren’t these two adorable fabrics?!?! Those fish! I’ve got yellow backing to match the fish for the one on the left but must dig through to find something for the right one.
Having a pleasant, easy day. I pulled out two partially completed tops from the batch of fabrics I received from my friend. I’ve cut the batting and once I finish attaching the border on the blue, I hope to quilt and bind them quickly and send them off to PL. Aren’t these two adorable fabrics?!?! Those fish! I’ve got yellow backing to match the fish for the one on the left but must dig through to find something for the right one.
Pretty star block, A2P!
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
Before starting on these boom blocks, I had to make two blocks to finish a baby quilt using boom blocks from long ago. I don't even know which boom I sent out this butterfly fabric. If you have been around awhile, you will probably be able to pick out which two I made, the center blocks in the top and the bottom row. Two of my favorites.
Yesterday, 04:21 AM
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Bibliostone, I knew instantly you’d made the bottom center block. It’s one of my favorites now too. Your quilt is lovely! Congrats on a finish.
SBG , I’ll be happy to change out pix. It is nice of you to alter your block. I also thought the white was optional but I contacted hav just in case and it was what she wanted us to add along with her fabrics.
Have a good week, Bloomers!
Before starting on these boom blocks, I had to make two blocks to finish a baby quilt using boom blocks from long ago. I don't even know which boom I sent out this butterfly fabric. If you have been around awhile, you will probably be able to pick out which two I made, the center blocks in the top and the bottom row. Two of my favorites.
Pretty star block, A2P!
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
Janice, love that fishy fabric! Those are two cute quilts you finished.
I have re-worked my polka dot fabric block for Hav. Sorry, I thought the white was an option, if we needed it. Janice, could you please swap out this pic with the old one in the gallery? Thanks.
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Yesterday, 07:01 AM
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Yesterday, 11:16 AM
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B'stone, great modern block for Duckling! And the baby quilt turned out so nice, too. I don't remember working with that fabric, so perhaps it was from before my time in the Boom swaps. I do recognize the star block, bottom center. It's your legacy block to this group!
I thought I was up to date finishing my Boom tops, but the other day I unearthed a top from Boom 34 that I thought was finished and gone. Not so. Somehow the top got buried on the way to becoming quilted. So, there's another one to finish!
We have had SO MUCH RAIN. I'm throughly sick of all the wetness and mud, and not being able to drive on our dirt driveway. Hate to complain about rain which is a blessing, but I hope we get some sunny days days soon, to dry it all out.
I thought I was up to date finishing my Boom tops, but the other day I unearthed a top from Boom 34 that I thought was finished and gone. Not so. Somehow the top got buried on the way to becoming quilted. So, there's another one to finish!
We have had SO MUCH RAIN. I'm throughly sick of all the wetness and mud, and not being able to drive on our dirt driveway. Hate to complain about rain which is a blessing, but I hope we get some sunny days days soon, to dry it all out.
Yesterday, 11:24 AM
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I have two boom blocks for Terriamn. One is a "Day/Night" block and the other is called Cross Country but I have also seen it named "Mississippi" Block. Maybe more blocks later today. For now, I need to make three more pillowcases so I can turn in 10 for the pediatric ward at a local hospital tomorrow.
