I have this thing about scraps. I can't toss 'em. Until they are less than 1½" square, they are stashed by colour into a fabulous 6-drawer plastic organizer I found at Canadian Tire.
The problem with this system is the drawers get full. A couple years ago I started sewing those scraps together by colour and cutting them in to 6½ squares because that's the ruler I had available at the time.
I also used blocks that I had made out of curiosity and practice.
This quilt was a UFO for a long time until I decided how to sew them together. Then the call came in June - what can you do for us by September? This was one of three. I wish I took a better picture of the finished product.
The quilt was unveiled in a hospital room in Edmonton. Everyone was pleased. *whew*
I should start a new scrap quilt. I feel that this one was a success!
Lessons Learned: I need to make note of the thickness of this fill. It was too thick - although it made for a cozy quilt, it was difficult to put through the sewing machine.
It is very nice, I like it a lot. I bet a lot of those scraps came from ME!
ReplyDeleteYes! In fact, there is a pretty kitty in one of the blocks I am sure was yours!
DeleteI love those!! Some of the best looking quilts are made of scraps and though difficult to work with I love the thick batting.
ReplyDeleteI found I had more puckers on the back with the thicker batting. I suppose it's a matter of practice!
DeleteCan I just say WOW that is one beautiful quilt and a great way to stash bust.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you! You are very kind!
DeleteGotta love the scrappy look! Fun that you used "test" blocks, too.
ReplyDeleteI was pretty excited when I realized I had the perfect place for them!
DeleteLooks great Lisa! Sorry I haven't been around. I forgot to favorite your blog and totally forgot about until tonight.
ReplyDeleteNo worries - you are safely lined up now on my favorites bar. :)
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DeleteWow! you are indeed a very talented woman...very artistic...very creative...keep it up!
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
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