After a few busybusy weeks (root canals, termite tenting, travels), I was finally able to sit down and work on my
SewConnected block for
Rita. I put a lot of contemplation into this first block as I have Never done a block quilt before. I also bought a bunch of books for ideas (well, and just because I love quilt books), I wandered around Flickr looking at a bunch of blocks. The idea came from bubbles. I wanted to make a block that had bubbles. I did do a practice block. I will probably do one for each block I do. Which means I will end up with two quilts once it's all said and done! As you can see, my first block is pretty basic. It was a definite lesson in applique! I started out with a blanket stitch but it didn't give me the look I wanted so that was ripped and replaced with a tight zigzag. Much better!
My second block needed much more dimension as the linen made the bubbles just flat. So, I layered them. Popped 'em with some bright orange thread and we have bubbles!
On the knitting front, I am still doing it! I am currently working on the Julia. Again. But this time I am bound and determined to actually finish her. I have two sleeves and the back done. Other than that? Not much else going on in that front. :)
5 comments:
I love your quilt blocks! Those circles are inspired--Rita is so lucky!
Tracy, your block looks GREAT! Wow, to jump right to applique on your first block ... ambitious! I haven't tried that yet. The bubbles turned out so well ... and the little bunny peeking out on the right is just the best. Good job!
You do sound busy! I can't believe this is your first quilt block because it looks amazing! So creative and so cute!! Thank you! And what a great idea to make practice blocks for yourself too!
Love your block! Never would have known you aren't a seasoned quilter :)
I think both blocks look great. Rita is going to have a really fun quilt!
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