Next weekend our Guild is hosting Latifah Saafir. I am looking forward to meeting and learning from her. We have a Glam Clam workshop, a Bias Tape workshop and of course a lecture and trunk show. I'll most certainly let you know how it goes and share some pictures!
So, because of all the hub-bub going on I needed to finish my Round Robin Round earlier than I normally would.
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| 21" x 21" |
It appears this block/quilt is going to end up full of color magic! Emily had the round before me and as always she likes to mix it up! It took a while for me to think this one through. But you know how it is when you get an idea and it won't let go...
At first I was trying to find a suitable print that matched in color to the starting block. With my stash, that was not going to happen!
And then I came across these extra HST's from my 'Wanta Fanta' quilt. I saved them knowing full well one day I would use those little extras for something. This seemed like the perfect opportunity to do just that. I love when I can use scraps!
I trimmed each one to a whopping 1 1/2" square and then stitched two together to make a ribbon like block. I'm sure the block actually has a name, but I'm calling it the Ribbon Effect...whether it is or not!
Before the ribbon blocks, I added a 2" white border. I think it will keep it light and airy, plus it will let each round stand out.
Once I figured out the math for the white piece in between each ribbon block (believe me it wasn't easy!), I pieced the strips and added that around all four sides.
And as the final touch, another 2" border. I think it works, I think! So, there you have the madness behind the scenes!
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| 29" x 29" After Round Three |
A beautiful addition to the quilt. I love following along round robins =)
ReplyDeleteIt’s been quite the experience these Round Robins!! I think for my first one, it has been successful and a lot of fun!
DeleteLove the addition of the ribbon blocks! I agree the white helps to highlight each round and adds a continuity to the piece.
ReplyDeleteIt seems to have come together pretty well! I think that’s what I keep aiming for is continuity on each one of these rounds! It gets harder!
DeleteI loved your play by play! It is always nice to know how a block comes together.
ReplyDeleteThat is looking great with your additions to it, Jayne! I love that you had saved those HSTs and found the perfect use for them.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you are getting into the groove working on these a bit more. Lovely addition!
ReplyDeleteAren't you clever using those orphan blocks! They look like they were made for this quilt. Thanks for sharing with Oh Scrap!
ReplyDeleteoh my lord you used Bohemian? This looks great!
ReplyDeleteEmily did? Emily has Bohemian tucked away??
DeleteRound robins are so interesting to watch , this is coming together very well
ReplyDelete"Colour magic' for sure, I love your additions here!
ReplyDeleteHow creative you are! Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how all the rounds blend so well and the light, bright feel is just perfect. Great use of your orphan blocks.
ReplyDeletePerfect! I just finished the last round of a Round Robin, and it was so much fun! Took me awhile to decide what to do, but that's part of the fun! I look forward to seeing the next one! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteGreat addition and use of scraps !
ReplyDeleteLovely addition. It fits really well with Emily's.
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Oh it definitely works, and a great choice of colours and fabrics too. I am so looking forward to seeing the final results of all the quilts, each one is unique and modern and wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying your round robin posts. Way to go using leftover blocks. Wow!
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