I had my third Sampler Quilt class this past Friday. The teacher looked over our blocks, she gave us a bit of instruction and then told us to do two new blocks. Due in two weeks. No biggie, right? Well, yeah, I guess. Here is my first:
They call this one Jacob's Ladder. Nice pattern...very Amish-ish, IMO. As you can tell, I'm keeping with the bandana - blue/white/red scheme. I honestly like the way that it ended up. Go....Me! (quietly shouts to herself....woo! hoo!) I did this one on Saturday afternoon after a bit of second-bedroom-organizing-old-clothes-ditching-make-way-for-baby-even-though-we-have-no-idea-when-she'll-get-here sort of energy. Definitely a good time for a project (read: definitely time for some sort of focus-changing-activity).
Next block Flower Star...or was it Star Flower?
Here are the preliminary cuttings:
I took advice from Shelba re: "Pinning the Hell Out of It" and that is what I did (see below).
I then sewed the seriously pinned parts together - see below:
Here's what came of it (keep in mind that I had to rip out 2 or three pieces in the process):
I must do the close-up because I am so proud of the very excellent "points" that I got this time around.
I do think that this quilt thing is rubbing off on me.
Til' next class...........
29 comments:
LOVE, love, love the flower star thingie!! Definitely an accomplishment. Keep on quilting!
Ding dang! Those are right purdy, woman :-) By George, I think you've got it!
Can't wait to see what you come up with next. You are my quilting inspiration.
Wow, that's awesome! I want to learn too!
That is great! Good for you!
Keep smilin!
WOWWEEE look at those points!!!!
I have *got to* learn how to quilt one of these days!!
I can't wait to see more, keep up the great work!
I'm SOOOO impressed Wendy. Can't wait to see what's next!
Oh, very good!!
That looks so awesome!! Reminds me of the beautiful quilt my g-ma had at her house all the time.
Beautiful! You are becoming quite the pro!
Laura
It's going to be GORGEOUS!
Wendy,
You go girl! I love it! :)
I'm super impressed! The squares look awesome! I can't wait to see the next ones!
Aimee
Great progress! I love those patterns.
Very impressive... you've been paying attention in class.
Your quilt will be lovely.
GREAT JOB!! Very impressive...
You are so talented! Maybe you can make it on the next Project Runway with your killer sewing skills!
Wow! Love it!!! I will definitely be picking your brain for my 100 Good Wishes Quilt pattern (if I ever collect enough squares LOL)....
So, I'm thinking that I'll just send my squares over to you, cuz I'll never get points like that! Love the star pattern.
Man, your getting good!!
WOW, impressive! I am doing my own quilt, not quite as high tech as yours!
Looking good, keep up the great work.
I am so impressed with how precise your square is. I can't do that. I have such a hard time lining the points up. I might have to sign up for a class or too. Love the fabrics. So beautiful!
Shelba
You are doing a very good job there. I hate doing sharp points like that. I am really impressed!Now, if I can convince you to make an Elvis fabric star. . .
WOW - you gots yoself some talent, woman! You are inspirig me to try new things :)
OMG, I am impressed. I hope to find some poor family member to totally take advantage of and beg to do the OHGWQ!
I think your 'rock star flower' as I'm going to call it is fabulous! You're an inspiration to aspiring, procrastinating 100 Wishes quilt makers everywhere (me)~
Your quilting skills are impressive. You will be so pleased with your results.
Your quilting skills are impressive. You will be so pleased with your results.
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