Sunday, September 13, 2020

Oh Scrap! : More RSC Blocks

 While my red scrap bin was out, I also finished more Rainbow Scrap Challenge blocks
for my second scrap project.




Fourteen more half rectangles (HRTs) are finished.  I think they measure 4 x 8".



I added them to the puprle blocks I made last month.  I still can't decide if I want to create some diamonds by making some mirrored image blocks or simply lay them out like above.  

Guess I have to think about that some more....


I also want to remind everyone that starting Thursday, the Quilty Orphan Adoption Event link-up will be live.  Time to find a home for all those unloved projects!


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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! 

Quilting is more fun than Housework


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Friday, September 11, 2020

Another Scrappy Finish

 I finished this quilt top quite a while ago.  It has been just sitting around waiting for me to quilt it up.  I had some time on my frame this week so I snuck it in between some client quilts.




I have made this design a few times in the past.  This time I narrowed the colors down to just red, orange and yellow.

(Due to all the fires and smoke in our area, everything has a very orange cast to it.  And the smoke is so bad, I don't stay outside long!)




I had a whole bunch of black and white chunks of fabric that worked perfectly for these blocks.  The fabric for the 9 patches all came out of the scrap bins.




I used a red sketch fabric I purchased from Connecting Threads for the backing and framed it up with a black binding.  



I went back out and tried to get a better photo.  With some filtering I was able to get one showing the colors better.  


I have always loved this block design and I will be sharing some similar quilts soon.

I have an abundance of scraps right now and I am focused on getting them made into quilts!

Have a wonderful weekend.  My thoughts are with the many families in the west driven out of their homes due to the wildfires.  Some rain would be nice!




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Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Another Vote Block

 I was finally able to find a chunk of time this weekend to work on another VOTE block.



This one is paper pieced and very similar to the one I made back in June.  Months ago, I tried to change a "LOVE" block into a "VOTE" block and was not very successful at first.  But many Designers out there are revising their LOVE patterns so the work is now done.

This block is by Sam Hunter (Hunter's Design Studio).  The pattern includes two sizes - I made the 9 x 11" block.  All profits from this pattern are donated to Vote Save America and Fair Fight, organizations that are working to ensure voting rights and safe access (with respect to the pandemic) to all US citizens.


If you haven't done so already, be sure you have put together a plan for getting in your vote.  Oregon votes by mail - but I will be delivering my ballot directly to a collection site.  I will also be tracking my ballot to make sure it is received and counted.  Check in your area to see what will be the best options for you.


Thank you for upholding Democracy!


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