leakus

Thanks! I will be waiting for you. Have you started?

leakus

I just started and decided to do all by machine. I used satin stitch but you can also do blanket stitch.
Join us!
Andrea

leakus

Hi Mousie,
No, to tell you the truth, I read about a new raw applique technique. The difference with the standard is that you put the batting and secure the raw edges with a straight stitch that you free motion. You do it 2 or 3 times. by the end you have your pieces secured and your quilting done.
So, I wanted to try it but was scared of the result adn wanted my AOTH be nice. I did put the batting before I did the satin stitch. It doesn't really look like quilted but I'll see later when I put it on the desigh wall.

I have a Pfaff Creative 2.0 that I am learning how to use. I still doon't master the tension on it but I love the features to applique. Needle down and when you stop the foot lifts so you can pivot the fabric. Next block I'll try the tapering.

thanks for the compliments by the way. I is really stimulating.

leakus

You cannot imagine how fun it was to share the funky chicken swap and the crazyness when we were "creating" them. I am from FL, that is how the "baked" chicken came up.
so fun.

Deecee

Gosh, you are so fast Andrea, and such a great job too. :thumbup:

It has taken me a while to get my first block finished, but it is done and I have now started on the next one.

Edit: the embroidery on the corners does show up better in the flesh.

Roxanne

Deecee, I look forward to seeing more or your work..It is perfect! Love your fabric in your corner hearts and they are a perfect match to the center. Good job.

sandpat

Oh gosh Deecee...your block is absolutely gorgeous and perfect! when the pic first popped up, I thought it was one of lisa's blocks....it would fit right in with her colors...I've gotta say though...WOW! Love your fussy cut hearts. Beautiful job!

maryb119

Love your block, deecee!

Deecee

Thank you for the lovely comments ladies.

Patti - I have to say that I would happily "borrow" all of Lisa fabrics - they would certainly play nicely with mine.

sandpat

Yes, they would Deecee...her pile is lovely! I bet yours looks just as good though! :)