I started with this stack of 25 to add into what was in progress.
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| Stack 'o' pretties |
And then, here we are, with 5 rows together. 1 thru 80 ready to go. I have definitely learned a few things.
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| 80 Blocks! |
-put rows together from the center out
-match sashing as I pin
-cut the back sashing a bit wide (opps for not doing so for a bit)
-be prepared with the seam ripper
-next time - hand stitch closed the back sashing
-plans change, be prepared to change along with them
-even if you start with a strict pattern, learn from your sewing as you go, and be willing to learn from others (see blogs I recommend for a sample)
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| Front Left |
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| Front Right |
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| Back Right |
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| Back Left |
On the whole I am happy with how it is coming. I think the widest piece I would want to work with during the first stages is 5 rows like this - it is quickly cumbersome in the sewing machine. It will be interesting once I put together the bigger chunks!
So, this is 80 blocks, I have 6 already done and rowed up, 280 left to make, 18 rows to go!
You are making good progress. Thanks for the tips.
ReplyDeleteDena - Thanks for your pop in and comment, I will try to get better at verbalizing what I am learning - that's what the project is all about after all!.
DeleteThis is a beautiful and an inspiring project. I looked back to the first post to see more about it. Great personal challenge, and each block is eye-catching. I really like your sashing choices.
ReplyDeleteKaren - thank you so much! As much as others inspire me I can only hope others might find something to use from my shares!
DeleteThe sashing was maybe the hardest choice - what would work no matter the block, without being a solid fabric (which I am not fond of). this was what I came up with. As I see it come together I like it more and more :)