Quilt Continued.....

As promised, I have photographed the squares that I did last evening at my sewing group. Firstly the applique, which is basically a simple heart shape which has then been arranged into a pattern.

I have calculated that I need to make nine of these to go with nine of the machine embroidery squares. I had to stop at five for now because I ran out of bondaweb and stitch and tear. Then I will finish the other 4.

Due to running out of these I decided to make a start on the log cabin squares. I thought about it much more than last time. I cut all the strips and then counted them out so that there should be an even spread of colour and pattern. Well that is the plan anyway.

I am still sticking to the random colour approach because I am worried that I will start a colour order that I will not be able to keep up because a colour might run out! So I can not ruin a colour pattern that I do not have, can I? This time all of the fabric is the same thickness and type so when ironed the square looked really good. Whereas with Sophie's quilt I used whatever fabric I had and then bought some more to add to it. I have also made the strips a bit wider this time, 3.5 inches. So all of the above with...

Once the squares have been made my next job will to cut the dividing strips and calculate (or guess) the backing. That fabric is waiting upstairs. it is gradually taking shape.

More another time.

Take care

xx