Monday, July 4, 2022

Quilt News, This and That Scrap Quilt Design Progress, Happy Independence Day! Rain and Shine


'This and That' close to the final layout, approx. 40" x 46".
Design process, interviewing blocks for layout.

Sunny at the playground!
Raining today at the pool.


Buttercups in the lawn.


 Quilt News from the valley, where we'll have a few rainy days then back to sunny days.
The trees and grass all stay green that way!

This week I've been interviewing blocks for the final layout of my 'This and That' scrap quilt pieced with leftover blocks and scraps from other projects. I wanted a neutral background for this sampler style quilt and so I decided to use some neutral fat quarters that I bought on sale at JoAnn Fabric. Those sales are great.
 
If you're looking for scrappy/innovative design inspiration, I suggest visiting Beth Sibley's blog Love Laugh Quilt and YouTube tutorials. Beth is practical and inspiring. 

And Carolyn Forster's book Big Stitch Quilting is a must read for excellent tips on hand stitching, hand quilting, and basic quilt construction/design knowhow, worth its weight in gold.
 
Where do you find design and color inspiration?

That's the quilt news, Happy Independence Day! I hope you're enjoying your summer.

I'll be by to visit!