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Block named“spinner” for Klas. I hope you like it! |
More excellent info. I tend to want to share all the tips but my posts are already cumbersome, trying to cover all bases. Glad you added these tips! Thank you, zozee!
Originally Posted by zozee
(Post 8212557)
More creative blocks. Such a feast for the eyes.
Vikki--in addition to what's been said, are you starching and pressing everything well? What kind of thread are you using? If you're marking lines (like for HSTs) is your marking line narrow or thick? It should be narrow. Try sewing a smidge to the left of that line. Also, those directions that say cut pieces with a 7/8 fraction, go ahead and go up 1/8", then press open and trim down. When you find the perfect sewing line, you might want to put a piece of bright tape on your needle plate. |
VikkiM, oh, heavens to Betsy, you are not the only one. I still struggle with the "perfect" seam allowance. You'll find whats work best for you, no worries!
Originally Posted by vikkim
(Post 8212663)
Thanks Marietta! Nice to know I'm not the only one :)
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TG, I love this star! It's perfect for the fabric. Thank you! (My first block, yay)
Originally Posted by travelinggramma
(Post 8212583)
...I love making this star - especially with Christmas red and white. I just love how it came out....
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Reminder to those in both groups, please be sure to post your pix to the appropriate group. Thanks!
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TG, can you confirm whose block this is? PamelaOry says it's not hers. If you see your fabric, you may want to claim this beauty.
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Seems funny to say thread makes a difference in your scant 1/4” seam but I have found a huge difference in the thickness in thread. I only piece with aurifil on the orange cones. Expiermented once with making the same block with 3 different threads and was amazed at the difference. Once you find a thread and needle position that works for you be sure to write it down so you will remember for next time
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"Write it down" is probably the best advice ever!
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I live by this, not just in quilting. And I used to have a fabulous memory. Oh, well.
Originally Posted by AnnieQuilts
(Post 8212838)
"Write it down" is probably the best advice ever!
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Me too :) I have to write everything down, as well..... and then I forget where I put that piece of paper :D
Originally Posted by Janice McC
(Post 8212864)
I live by this, not just in quilting. And I used to have a fabulous memory. Oh, well.
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On my traveling machine I have the needle position taped right on my machine. Sometimes I go months without using it and then have to fiddle with it to find just that right spot
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This block is for DarcyShannon -
I had PamelaO fabric in front of me when posting. Oops |
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I love all of the blocks that has been posted. They are all awesome!
I've got one block finished so far. It is for AnnieQuilts. I hope you like it. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608759[/ATTACH] |
Thank you, TG!
Originally Posted by travelinggramma
(Post 8212877)
This block is for DarcyShannon -
I had PamelaO fabric in front of me when posting. Oops |
Originally Posted by klaws
(Post 8212921)
I love all of the blocks that has been posted. They are all awesome!
I've got one block finished so far. It is for AnnieQuilts. I hope you like it. |
What I beautiful block! I love it ;)
Originally Posted by PamelaOry
(Post 8212714)
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Block named“spinner” for Klas. I hope you like it! |
very cool block! Love the story :)
Originally Posted by Kassaundra
(Post 8212675)
Ask and ye shall receive. When I was a child one of my favorite things about grocery shopping was to look for fancy produce stickers, when I would find one my Gma would buy that produce so I could have a fancy sticker for the collection (on the refrigerator), so your limes needed a fancy produce sticker.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]608697[/ATTACH] I wasn't sure about the huge difference in color from the very light to the very dark in the limes, I think they are a bit distracting in this block. |
Beautiful!!
Originally Posted by klaws
(Post 8212921)
I love all of the blocks that has been posted. They are all awesome!
I've got one block finished so far. It is for AnnieQuilts. I hope you like it. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608759[/ATTACH] |
Oh case - a case of limes for my Gin and Tonics - how thoughtful. Totally love it! Thank you
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Klaws, Pamela and Kass great blocks. I love seeing the same blocks in different fabrics.
Travelinggramma here’s the one designed by DH for you. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608761[/ATTACH] |
Oh my you and your hubby did an awesome job!!!!!
Originally Posted by mjpEncinitas
(Post 8212962)
Klaws, Pamela and Kass great blocks. I love seeing the same blocksin different fabrics.
Travelinggramma here’s the one designed by DH for you. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608761[/ATTACH] |
MJP, you and hubby did good ! Great block.
TG I will have a cocktail with you and pass around the lines if you make mine a Margarita |
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MJP - thank your husband for such wonderful inspiration and I thank you for making it! I am loving it!
Terri - will get the blender going! This block is for theMerkelFamily. I have named it hot wind. As I was finishing picking all the paper out of the back, the furnace went on , and the pieces went fluttering all over! Kaffe patterns are my nemesis. Its beautiful, but I am OCD and have to push myself to work with the colors and patterns. But thanks to the booms, I am overcoming it, one block at a time. Hope it is what you wanted. |
Oh my gosh! My 1st gorgeous block :) Thank you so very much TG - I love it! Perhaps Kaffe fabrics, particularly these large flowers, may seem to be a challenge but my idea was to just cut them up and add in whatever you wish - a Kaffe Scrappy of sorts? With Kaffe - anything goes!
I think you've outdone yourself here and I'm very appreciative! Thank you so much! Now, did I hear we were serving up gin & tonics? MJP - Fabulous block - love everything about it! Hmmm.. what to do with strawberries?? |
Originally Posted by mjpEncinitas
(Post 8212962)
Klaws, Pamela and Kass great blocks. I love seeing the same blocks in different fabrics.
Travelinggramma here’s the one designed by DH for you. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608761[/ATTACH] MJP-I love this! Your DH is a genius block designer. |
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Well I was suppose to work today, but on my way in my car over heated. I was able to limp it back after it cooled a bit. It has a "Dr's" appt later, but it gave me an extra sewing day. I started on (and finished) MJP's block.
I was able to get 8 repeats from the F8 and was able to get this block [ATTACH=CONFIG]608793[/ATTACH] I noticed after getting the 45' triangles cut that I had two stacks of half 45' triangles that were mirror imaged, so what's a fussy cutting addict such as myself suppose to do, just ignore that!!!!!!!! Well of course not. Here is the second block I was able to get from the half triangles. [ATTACH=CONFIG]608794[/ATTACH] I promise this is purple, almost exactly the color of purple in the print, but my inside lights and flash always turn purple blue. |
I’m overwhelmed Kass. The blocks are just amazing. I had you in mind when I purchased the fabric but you exceeded all expectations. And even a bonus block. Can’t wait to see them in person.
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Kass two more fabulous blocks
TG love your super bright Kaffee block. |
Great job, that's a lot of print but it doesn't look muddy or distracting.
Originally Posted by travelinggramma
(Post 8212978)
MJP - thank your husband for such wonderful inspiration and I thank you for making it! I am loving it!
Terri - will get the blender going! This block is for theMerkelFamily. I have named it hot wind. As I was finishing picking all the paper out of the back, the furnace went on , and the pieces went fluttering all over! Kaffe patterns are my nemesis. Its beautiful, but I am OCD and have to push myself to work with the colors and patterns. But thanks to the booms, I am overcoming it, one block at a time. Hope it is what you wanted. |
Thank you Kassandra - I appreciate your opinion - and really like it when it is positive:)
Originally Posted by Kassaundra
(Post 8213045)
Great job, that's a lot of print but it doesn't look muddy or distracting.
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Oh, it's so much fun to come over here and find all these wonderful blocks!
That Hot Wind block is a stunner! |
MJP if you don’t like your bonus block it will go perfect with my purple and orange blocks VBG
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TG and Kass amazing blocks! Actually, everything has been incredible so far. I lost my motivation to sew tonight, however, I will be right over for the G & T!
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Originally Posted by TheMerkleFamily
(Post 8212983)
Oh my gosh! My 1st gorgeous block :) Thank you so very much TG - I love it! Perhaps Kaffe fabrics, particularly these large flowers, may seem to be a challenge but my idea was to just cut them up and add in whatever you wish - a Kaffe Scrappy of sorts? With Kaffe - anything goes!
I think you've outdone yourself here and I'm very appreciative! Thank you so much! Now, did I hear we were serving up gin & tonics? MJP - Fabulous block - love everything about it! Hmmm.. what to do with strawberries?? |
Originally Posted by mjpEncinitas
(Post 8213113)
strawberry pie
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Strawberry shortcake on a plate?
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Later is on a roll. Fine blocks all around.
MJP, your dh may have designed it but you executed it beautifully. I can taste the marmalade now. :)
Originally Posted by mjpEncinitas
(Post 8212962)
Klaws, Pamela and Kass great blocks. I love seeing the same blocks in different fabrics.
Travelinggramma here’s the one designed by DH for you.
Originally Posted by travelinggramma
(Post 8212978)
MJP - thank your husband for such wonderful inspiration and I thank you for making it! I am loving it!
Terri - will get the blender going! This block is for theMerkelFamily. I have named it hot wind. As I was finishing picking all the paper out of the back, the furnace went on , and the pieces went fluttering all over! Kaffe patterns are my nemesis. Its beautiful, but I am OCD and have to push myself to work with the colors and patterns. But thanks to the booms, I am overcoming it, one block at a time. Hope it is what you wanted.
Originally Posted by Kassaundra
(Post 8213006)
Well I was suppose to work today, but on my way in my car over heated. I was able to limp it back after it cooled a bit. It has a "Dr's" appt later, but it gave me an extra sewing day. I started on (and finished) MJP's block.
I was able to get 8 repeats from the F8 and was able to get this block I noticed after getting the 45' triangles cut that I had two stacks of half 45' triangles that were mirror imaged, so what's a fussy cutting addict such as myself suppose to do, just ignore that!!!!!!!! Well of course not. Here is the second block I was able to get from the half triangles. I promise this is purple, almost exactly the color of purple in the print, but my inside lights and flash always turn purple blue. |
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I finished CheeseH's block.
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It's so interesting to see all of the variations of the same design, Kass. It really showcases the fabrics so well yet looks so different every time - fantastic, again!
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Another good idea! I do think I want to showcase the strawberries the most so will keep thinking about this one..
Originally Posted by zozee
(Post 8213137)
Strawberry shortcake on a plate?
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