Even though today is the first day of September, I already have some of my Rainbow Scrap Challenge blocks finished for the month. I was pretty confident that this month was going to be purple so I started working on some blocks last week.
It has been a LONG time since we have broken out our purple bins!
It has been a LONG time since we have broken out our purple bins!
This block is called the Bright Hope block and many of you have asked me for a tutorial. There is already one at Red Pepper Quilts that you can find here.
I did cut my pieces a little larger. The square is 2.5" and the rectangles are 2.5" x 4.5".
So that means my blocks will finish at 6" square.
These blocks do require you to sew a partial seam but don't get intimidated by them - take it slow until you get the hang of it and you will become a pro after just a few blocks.
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It is now your turn to share what you are making with scraps. Here are the details for linking up:
- This linky party is for any scrappy project - It can be in-process or a finished piece.
- You can link up your blog post (not your homepage please) or Instagram photo from the past week that features your use of scraps.
- If you are linking to a blog post, I ask that you link back to my blog somewhere in your post. So if you are writing about scraps, just get into the habit of including a link as there will be a linky party available every week!
- If you are using Instagram, please use the hashtag #ohscrap.
- This is a party so remember to socialize and comment on the posts of others.
- Following my blog is not necessary but it sure would be great if you do!
Linking Up:
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8 comments:
I've made 2 crib quilts using the Bright Hopes pattern, it was so much fun! The partial seams aren't a big deal at all. Happy Stitching!
Thanks for the link to the pattern! I'm glad you got to bust out your purple scraps. I think there are some colors that rarely see the light of day and purple is one of those for me. I never seem to have a good variety of that color either!
Your Bright Hopes blocks look great with their purple! I enjoy making those blocks, too - I was a little leery of the partial seam at first, but it only took a couple blocks to get it down. Enjoy your Sunday, Cyndy!
Great start on your PURPLE blocks for the Rainbow Scrap Challenge, Cynthia! Thank for posting the link for the Bright Hopes block tutorial. Looking forward to seeing what ELSE you've got up your sleeve for September!
Nice simple pattern Cynthia, great for using up the contents of scrap bins!
Such a perfect block for RSC! I appreciate that you shared the link to the tutorial. Thank you! XO
You got a great start on your purple blocks.
Thanks for sharing your fun scrappy blocks with Moving it Forward!
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