Oh Scrap! : Some of my Scrap Quilts

I know you are probably tired of me saying it, but it was another busy week! But I am hoping by the end of March, I might get a breather until late summer. Fingers crossed!

It was fun to see some of the scrap quilts I put together crossed the finish line this week.  This pretty snowball quilt was made from a bunch of pink and purple scraps.  The inspiration was some pansy fabric I had a small piece of.  Nann sent in the backing fabric and board member Bev quilted this one.

I also made these floral blocks from our scraps.  I made enough for two quilts, but the second pile is still waiting for me to sew them together.  I think this backing came from an estate.  It looks so pretty on the back - I hope it finds its way to someone who loves flowers.  A big thanks to Terry for quilting it.  She has been longarm quilting a lot of our quilts this year.

I need to get back to making more blocks from our scraps.  They are slowly building up on us again.  There are a lot of pinks and greens so maybe a snowball/nine-patch combination.  Hmmm.

But first, I need to get through our two fundraising events in April.  A big sew day and a pizza event.   If you are local, reach out and I can tell you more about them!

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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! 

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Our new block drive has been released.  

You can read more about it in this post.

Oh Scrap! : Scrappy Finishes

 I have not been very good about sharing finishes lately.  So, I thought today I would share a bunch of pretty scrappy donation quilts that have crossed the finish line.

Let's start out with this bright and fun novelty quilt.  What a great way to use those colorful novelty scraps and the color placement is (chef's kiss)!

The tag got misplaced on this one, but I think it was made by Sue or Jean.  I do know local longarm quilter Laura not only quilted it but also sewed on the binding for us.

We even made the backside scrappy.

I made this little quilt top from some leftover fabric we had.  Last fall, we made some fun plaid napkins for our craft sale.  We had some leftovers and there was just enough to make this.  Of course, we had to put a big buffalo plaid on the back.  Local quilter Cindy finished it up for us.

Here is another quilt top I made.  I have been cleaning out our flannel scraps and I came across some larger squares.  I was able to find a few more prints that I could cut up to have enough for this quilt top.

Charlene sent us the green flannel for the back and Laura quilted up this one too.

I have always wanted to try to make one of these plaidish designs.  Bonnie did a great job on the quilt top she sent us.  Thanks to Nann, we had a nice green flannel for the backing.  I think Laura may have quilted this one too.

Look what you can do with a lot of HSTs.  I bet Elana used "bonus" HSTs to make this sweet little quilt.  Thanks to Kristin, we had a nice flannel to use on the backing.

So how is that for a little scrappy quilt show.  Now you can add your scrappy show and tell in the links below.

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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! 

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

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New Block Drive - Mini Square in Square

 March is coming so it is time to release the new block drive.  We are calling this one a Mini Square in Square block.  I was inspired by a quilt sent in by Elizabeth.

For each block, you will need two fabrics.  Here are the fabric cutting sizes:

Outer Block 

4.5" x 8.5" Rectangle     QTY = 1

2.5" x 8.5" Rectangle     QTY = 1

2.5" x 4.5" Rectangle     QTY = 1

2.5" Square                    QTY = 1

Mini Square

2.5" Square                   QTY = 1

Here is how each block is configured.  Start by sewing the middle row together first.  Then add the strip to the top and the bottom.  

The block should measure 8.5" square when sewn.

For fabrics, I would like batiks.  I like the blender effect they have.  You can use light fabrics too.  Just make sure the mini square has good contrast. 

I know not all of you have a lot of batiks hanging around your stash so feel free to use blender fabrics. Please don't use solid fabrics - save those for a future block drive. The center brown block above is made from print fabric.

Just keep in mind how the blocks made from prints will look with all the batiks.  The completed quilt at the top of this post is a great example of the look I want for the quilts.

This block drive will continue until the end of May.

If you have any questions or need an address for where you can send your blocks, just email me at cynthiabddesigns at gmail dot com or manyhandsandmanyhearts at gmail dot com.

Thanks so much for your support!

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Oh Scrap! : More RWB Strips

 Sorry I did not get a post of some finishes up for you this week.  I actually had quite a mess on my hands.  I started going through our shelves of fabric.  My plan was to just go through the RWB shelf but I was knee deep in fabric for quite a few days as I went through and organized all the fabric we have.

That was a project!

I did find some time to cut more 2.5" x 11" strips.  I now have just about a tub full.  We will be using these at our next Fundraising Sew Day - which is actually scheduled for Saturday Aprill 11th at the Community Grange in Coburg Oregon.  I will share more information as the event gets closer.

If anyone wants to include some RWB strips in with your next block drive package, that would be wonderful.  I will probably release the new block next week. 

Or if you live close, we would love to see you there!

I still have lots more to cut!

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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! 

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

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Oh Scrap! : Hearts

 Happy Valentine's Day...

So, I am a day late - but I still wanted to share some heart quilts made from a previous block drive.

       This is the sixth quilt we have finished from the Low Volume block drive.  Marcia, a board member, quilted this one up for us.  She quilted it with heart lockets and ribbons.  So Cute!  I am not sure who sent the backing fabric, but I love it on this quilt.  I think I projected that we would make 10-12 quilts from the blocks received.  We are over halfway finished!

Our friend Audrey went to the library last week and sent us this photo posing by the quilt we have on display there.  It will hang for 3 months and then get distributed.  Just one of the ways we try to get the word out about our organization.

I really didn't get a chance to work on any of my scrappy projects this week.  I messed around and cut some scraps into various sizes, but it wasn't enough to shout about.

It is supposed to be really cold out next week so maybe I can stay in and play more!

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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! 

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

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Friday Finishes

It is time to share a few more Many Hands and Many Hearts quilt finishes.  

The pipeline is full so quilts march past the finish line daily.

Snowball and 9-Patch blocks - so simple but really makes a fantastic quilt. I also really like the scrappy border treatment.  So clever!  Thanks, Jean, for sending in the top.  On the back we put a nice cuddly flannel.

This fun dinosaur quilt is made from a top and backing sent in by Kristin.  Being a Stranger Things fan, I think the backing looks like demogorgons.  Once you see it you can't unsee it!

This quilt top sent in by Kristin has some of the prettiest indigo fabrics.  And the two blue plaid fabrics on the back made this perfect for a young man.  This one was actually sent out at the end of last year, but I missed sharing it.

Carol sent in this sweet woodland quilt top. We decided to back it with this soft flannel gray plaid to keep with the peaceful feel it has.

I have often thought about using this design for a block drive.  Kristin sent in this quilt top and backing.  It makes for a great scrap quilt.  I think we have one in cool colors which is waiting in the queue for quilting. Kristin also always sends in binding strips with all of her quilt tops.  We really appreciate that too.

I picked up eight quilts from longarm quilters yesterday so today I will be busy getting them ready for binding and labeling.  I love that our volunteers keep me really busy!

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Oh Scrap! : Binding

 I decided to spend this week going through the scrap bin and grabbing fabric that was appropriate for bindings.  Most of these scraps came from the trimmings of backing after quilting.  

I set to work cutting all the cotton scraps into 2.5" wide and the flannel into 3" wide strips.  I also went ahead and sewed the strips all together.  I know this pile might not look that big but I could easily hide a small child underneath it.

I divided them up into 7 grocery bags - there are about 10 bindings in each bag.  I am hoping I can find a few volunteers to press and roll these for us.  I have a few volunteers that are not sewers and they love to help out with projects like this.  I kept about a dozen that I can use for some upcoming quilts.  

I would love to say the scrap pile is gone but I am guessing I still have enough to put together about 6 more bags.  And every day with we end up with more!

If you are local and want to grab a bag or two, just let me know!

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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! 

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

Only a few more weeks and we will be announcing the next block drive.  If you want to join in on the fun, you can read more about it in this post.  You guys seem to be enjoying this blocks - my porch is full of packages every day!

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