I love stitching whether it be by machine or by hand. But I have always griped about the cutting process. But surprisingly, if I just get at it, it's really not that bad. But then, my sewing room looks like a tornado hit. I've learned with this project to match up some fabric and limit myself to just cut those. Once I get thru that stack it's time to clear the scraps and put the smaller scraps into appropriate containers to use for another project. I am a person who hates clutter so working this way really helps me deal with the mess that I create when I am in the midst of creating and cutting. Look at the stack of quarter square triangles I need to run thru the machine that added up in no time. Now the chain piecing can begin and I get these trimmed and pressed and ready to go into my quilt.
Sunday evening I was able to get these stars pieced. I had some red star points that I cut out and unfortunately I only had enough of the scrap to make five points and not the six I needed. Today, I found this red scrap that looks almost the same. I think I am going to finish this one up with one point cut out of the different fabric. I love seeing that in antique quilts so why not. Also I hate wasting the five that are already cut.
So what do you think? I think it will be just fine!
Sunday evening I was able to get these stars pieced. I had some red star points that I cut out and unfortunately I only had enough of the scrap to make five points and not the six I needed. Today, I found this red scrap that looks almost the same. I think I am going to finish this one up with one point cut out of the different fabric. I love seeing that in antique quilts so why not. Also I hate wasting the five that are already cut.
So what do you think? I think it will be just fine!
cutting can be a big pain! I think that is what slows my projects down the most
ReplyDeleteKaren I agree and the mess is the worst part! Getting hot here again time to head to the sewing room a half hour in the backyard was enough.
DeleteI love the idea of adding a different red. Old quilts have that quirkiness about them, and I think its charming. I'm happy that you are blogging again Carla.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I agree it's that quirkiness that makes those qulits special.
DeleteI like seeing that in antique quilts too but I'm not really brave enough to do it in my own quilts... It's a lovely red star!
ReplyDeleteWell, I have always struggled with letting go too but I think I am ready with this one! I have a feeling I am going to glad I did!
DeleteCutting is my least favorite, too. I think your star point works really well--shows off the fact that it is handmade...hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteI agree, who wants perfect anyway! I have also really enjoy incorporating some of my mom's fabrics into my quilt.
DeleteI love your little red star all fixed up :) I love these stars and antique quilts too... I am glad this little red star got it's own post in a way too ! Kathi
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling its going to be my favorite star. I know I was so excited when I came across that scrap of red that was similar. So glad I could finally make it whole.
DeleteI could use you to keep my sewing room neat. Clutter does not bother me until it gets overwhelming. Right now, it is at that point as I am re-arranging and sorting out what I no longer want. But boy do I have a mess right now in the sewing room, hallway, and family room.
ReplyDeleteOh I feel for you Karen. Yes it can get out of control. I spent several years trying to use up my stash cause it was getting on my nerves. Now I just buy precuts. I always have that basket of scraps that are small but not small enough to throw away. The more I look at my overflowing basket the more I am thinking they are too small to keep.
DeleteI think your "make-do" looks great! I like doing little unexpected things in my quilts too--someone in the future will have lots of questions--lol!
ReplyDeleteYes I agree it makes you wander what the maker was thinking or why! Some of mine were non planned but that it ok!
Deletejust a little unexpected makes it more interesting! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks and to think years ago I had such difficulty picking fabrics for a quilt. So glad I have left that all behind.
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