I've been on a quilting journey. It started this fall when my friend Linda asked if I'd like to take a beginning quilting class with her. I knew I needed to do this, but I had been avoiding it. It sounded so boring. I figured it would be fun if Linda was there.
I really don't t like the pattern that the teacher uses, but it does work well as a learning exercise. And I was happy with the fabrics I chose.
The teacher shared all the "insider" tips that I had not been able to find in books or videos, like how to get the corners of squares to match up. And how to cut straight sashing. Notice I said she taught us these skills, not that I've mastered them!
That gave me the confidence to try a throw-sized quilt with precuts. This one uses Jolly Bars. I still had to square up all my units before I sewed them together. Apparently I haven't mastered cutting or sewing straight.
And now I'm working on the Market Street Quilt. This is a great beginner quilt, and I'm having fun with it. As you can see, I'm trying to get away from pretty but predictable.
I think I'll always like art quilting best, but I do want to build up my skill set. Besides, it's really nice to curl up under a quilt that you made yourself!
Such fun! and the more you do, the more all those little finicky bits get easier.
ReplyDeleteI think both of your finished quilts look great.
ReplyDeleteGood for you!!! You can't master enough skills when it comes to quilting! Glad you stuck with it!
ReplyDeleteI'm really impressed!
ReplyDeleteThey look great!
ReplyDeleteI can't cut or sew straight either and I've been quilting for over 40 years. I am definitely in the "close enough is good enough" camp. After you throw them in the wash a few times all those boo boos seem to disappear.
Very nice! I always love the colors you choose for your projects. I've never (really) quilted before, although I've been a sew-er all my life. I'm always tempted to try it, but I really don't need another "craft" activity. I think I'll just enjoy yours from afar! :-)
ReplyDeleteyou are so talented and have a creative way with colors!
ReplyDeleteNice work! Another craft to add to your list! You are very talented.
ReplyDeletePS Our quilt group used to say, "If you can't see it from 30 yards on a galloping horse, it's fine."
ReplyDeleteYour quilts and blocks look great! You’ll find that with each project your skills will improve. Your artistic skills and your sense of color will enhance your quilting, too.
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful to curl up under a quilt you made yourself! The Jolly Bars looks bright and cheerful. The class sample is also pretty.
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