I amm getting ready to start my blocks for my wall hanging (I've never quilted before!) It is going to be a gift so I thought I'd hand piece so that the corners, points etc would look sharper.

Can you take a look at this block (it isn't the same block as the wall hanging) but I did it as a practice. What do you think should I do a practice of the block I am going to do for the wall hanging or just jump right in???

Don't be shy about what you think I could do better!! I wouldn't ask if I really didn't want to know. (If I just wanted pats on the back - I would have posted this on the pictures forum.)

Thanks!

I think everything looks great!!! I say go for it, your ready!!!

I sure looks good to me, my first didn't look that good. Go for it!!!

one thing I found online or in one of the gazillion books or magazines I have is this hint:
take the straight edge and roller blade and even up all sides - trims off the 'ears' and makes (strangely enough) a straight edge....
not a huge amount - just slivers in some cases - just enuff....

Wish I'd thought of that 30 years ago LOL

You did a fine job matching all your points. You left yourself a quarter-inch on the outside edge all around. You got the colors in all the right places. And you say you hand pieced this block? Extra points for that! Lop off the bunny ears like Janeen mentioned and you're ready for the next challenge.

Hand sewn? First time quilter? Wow! Looks great to me. You're really paying attention to your points, etc. Chop those dog/bunny ears and jump in! Isn't quilting fun? I can't wait to see your finished wall hanging!

I think it looks great. I would do a "test" block of your real pattern. You just never know. Like DJ said just to test the pattern.

Do like DJ and Quilting Turtle suggested, and do a test block. It may save you many headaches! I have been quilting for many years, and still do test blocks for the reasons mentioned above. By the way, that block is beautiful, and well done. Would make a lovely full sized quilt!

Humbird

DITTO and... love the paisley fabrics!

I have nothing to add to advise you. I think you did a great job on your first effort! I think you are ready to jump in there!

You did a a great job.
The best advice I can give is watch or buy Eleanor Burns, Quilt in a Day.
She goes into much more detail than other teachers. She even tells you which way to press your seams. She uses the simplests methods.
If your blocks are not quite the right size dont worry just use the size you made and adjust the sashing to fit. Even Eleanor admits her blocks are not always the size they are susposed to be.
Watch her for free at Brightcove.

I love it.. I especially LOVE the colors.... Great work.. and by the way those were first impressions BEFORE I read the post.

Get Busy!

I think it looks just fine. Nice colors & seams match. You're ready to go. I do agree it is a good idea to make a sample block.

just wanted to say THANKS to everyone!! :lol:

I am going to practice the block. I already have it cut and will start piecing it tonight - I hope!

Thanks again for the support!

Looks really nice to me. Your seams meet perfectly, as far as I can see. I like the pattern, too.

No one would ever know that this is your first block! :D :D Great Job! :D :D

Looks good to me!
And this was HAND PIECED?
OMG! No way mine would have come out THAT good!

Yes I agree with everything that's been said, especially about the sample block. If you are a beginner then things can only get better. Well Done