I'm taking a break until the weekend.
I've also put away the knitting needles for the summer. I just don't feel inspired to knit right now. I am sewing, though. I am concurrently working on two different projects.
1) the ubiquitous challenge quilt (ha! I've always wanted to use that word in a sentence!) that I actually purchased border fabric for during lunch today. I suppose I should tell you that the majority of the focus fabric is going to end up on the back because it just isn't going to work on the front. If fact, it is almost going to be a reversible quilt. So far I've
- made 6 Lady of the Lake blocks and then un-stitched them.
- used the focus fabric from the Lady of the Lake blocks to make 1 or 2 free-form letters and then decided that the technique really isn't me.
- pulled countless fabrics to use and then thrown them on the floor in disgust.
- painted a piece of fabric to use as the background on the front that I absolutely love.
- bought a piece of batik for my borders (I should mention that I am only going to have 2.5 borders)
- found a complementary fabric in my stash to work with the focus fabric on the back (how about that!)
I'll keep you updated.
I see you are from Colorado. Many, many years ago I was born and raised in Leadville. Still have family there so get back every now and then.
ReplyDeleteFrom the sounds of this post you are going to be pretty busy. Have fun and post some pictures for us.
It's a great word to use Paula..... maybe not even strong enough for Challenges eh. Guess that's why they are so called!
ReplyDeleteSounds like the Challenge quilt has become a bit of a challenge lol.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing it unveiled :))
Hmmm - Is it good you got to handle your fabric? It will come - you are very creative and something will just pop into your head when you least expect it!!
ReplyDeleteThis is why I have never tried a challenge . . . far too challenging *s* For me it is often all I can do to get my machine threaded properly.
ReplyDeleteThat is a great word! It's fun to say too!
ReplyDeleteWow, you've done a lot of work for the challenge quilt. Somehow I remember you using the word "simple" when you were first talking about your plans.
ReplyDeleteMine is behaving so far, now that I have remembered the layout. I wanted to keep it on the design floor for piecing, but I was expecting company. He didn't show, so I put it away for nothing. There are fewer pieces now so hopefully I will remember next time.
The applique sampler sounds very intriguing. You must be sure to let us know the pros and cons of the different techniques.
I didn't know there was so many ways to applique. I've found my favourite using freezer paper and liquid starch. Works great for me.
ReplyDeleteNot only did you use the word, you spelled it, too! I agree with Laurie Ann, it's fun to say as well. I can't even imagine 25 different applique methods. I'm eager to see what they may be...
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