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The snow has melted or maybe the wind has blown it away. I forget how windy the fall can be. The leaves have all moved to the next state. So how appropriate that today's block is Ozark Maple Leaf. Once again a great block of squares and HST.
It is after Thanksgiving and I need to get back into a routine. I have been very busy this week finishing other people's projects for Christmas. This has caused me to neglect the things that I want to get done such as blogging and my own Christmas. It is time to get organized. To the more important thing--another block. To ease back into it, the block is Contrary Wife, a simple block with squares and HST.
Contrary Wife
Cutting Light and Dark fabric two 2 7/8" sq. use to make HST Medium fabric five 2 1/2" sq. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving. Terry
Sometimes, it is hard to think of what to write. I spend most days quilting. That is not very exciting for some but that is my job and I enjoy it. I sew samples for the shop, create for Fabric Junction's youtube channel and make quilts that I have been commissioned to do. Today was not any different. I was hoping to have my 6" block quilt finished by now to show you what could be done. No, I am still working on it. The good thing is that the blocks are all picked and my fabric is cut. Today's block is At the Square. Use your favorite method in making the hourglass units that are in the corners. Either cut the squares diagonally twice then sew or mark them diagonally, sew and cut, repeat twice.
Cutting Light fabric one 2 1/2" sq. Medium fabric two 3 1/4" sq. for the hourglass four 1 1/8" x 2 1/2" rect. two 1 1/4" x 2 1/2" rect. Dark fabric two 3 1/4" sq. for the hourglass four 1 1/8" x 2 1/2" rect. two 1 1/4" x 2 1/2" rect. Hope that you get to spend your time doing what you enjoy. Terry
I'm not one to comment on the political process. I believe both sides have some ideas worth value and some that should be tossed in the trash. God in heaven rules and nothing is a surprise to him. But wow, am I tired! Are any of you taking a huge breath of relief that it's all over? What will we ever fill our time with now?
I know! Let's fill it with quilting.
How cute is this?!
A customer of ours from Virginia sent us this picture. She used our panels to make an adorable baby gift. I love these Northcott Connector Playmat panels. The kiddos can even run their cars and planes and boats on them. It's like a soft, portable train table!
Need some ideas for home decor for the holidays? Come look at our Thanksgiving and Christmas items. Currently on sale. Saving money on gifts just means you can make more gifts, right? I'll also let you in on a little secret. We still have a few Halloween items in stock. They are 50% off. Want to plan ahead? Or just like Halloween? Pick up a few things before they are sold out.
Terry has posted a brand new YouTube tutorial. If you have a bunch of scraps laying around, this might be your ticket to de-cluttering. You can watch this quick, 7 minute video here:
I hope that this week brings you interesting things to create, a friend or family member that loves your work, and the energy to get it all done!
