Wednesday 11 July 2012

A New Project

Today I am starting a new project. I always try and do one at a time as I don't like half finished sewing hanging around. This is not to say that there aren't two projects half finished! After doing a couple of smaller projects recently, I  have been wanting to break into my Trade Winds jelly roll and FQs to make a bright and vibrant quilt. So this is what I have been doing...

I am roughly following this pattern but I am also doing my own thing. I have no idea how big it will be but I am going to just keep going making blocks until the jelly roll is all used up. As the sun won't shine I have resulted to using this fabric to keep me mindful that it is summer!
Bright blocks
Just to keep you updated on the "Let's get Acquainted'" blog hop it continues over at the following blogs
July 10
    Jenelle from Echinops and Aster
    Julie from Bedsheet in the Kitchen

July 12
    Rebecca from Sew Festive Handmade
    Marti from 52 Quilts in 52 Weeks

                                         Di xo


17 comments:

  1. This looks like it will be very bright and cheery!

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  2. Great colors... Looks like an easy pattern. I have batik bundle I've been looking for something perfect for it. I think I found it!

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  3. Oh I bookmarked this pattern last week with a view to making it sometime in my life(!). It's going to be beautiful if these fabrics - happy sewing.

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  4. This is going to be such a beautiful quilt, going to enjoy following your progress ;) x

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  5. Those teacups are such fun! This will definitely cheer you up!

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  6. I've never used a jelly roll but if I did I think this would be a fab pattern. Can't wait to see more of this as you progress!

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  7. I love Trade Winds: I think my trade winds wip will be my next project to finish. Great pattern to use a jelly roll for too

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  8. it's going to be right summery :)

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  9. That's a lovely fabric collection! They will make a stunning quilt! Jxo

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  10. Your blocks are looking great Di! So bright & happy :)

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  11. Great new project! Isn't it always more exciting to start something new!

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  12. I love your blocks - the fabric is gorgeous! And don't listen to Nicky...finishing stuff is exciting too ;o)

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  13. Gorgeous - so pretty and happy!! :) Amy x

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  14. Oh I love Tradewinds! I look forward to seeing it grow x

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  15. I've got a project going with the same fabrics. Love them. I'm using layer cake and making a tablecloth. Debating on whether to use flannel rather then batting for the middle so it's a little thinner. Any ideas?

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