The last couple of days didn't go as planned and I'm happy it didn't. The plan was to work on the applique border for this quilt.
As you can see I took a different route and decided to make the star sashing instead. My thought was "what if the planned border won't work as planned?" It's probably best build this quilt from the center out and not make anymore applique border pieces until I'm positive that it's going to work.
Today's plan is to add the next border of background fabric. Then if time permits start cutting for the many HST's in the next border.
The HST's will be made from the same fabric as the baskets. Yes, this quilt has a lot of my precious Lakehouse Drygoods fabrics. It used to be hard for me to cut into these pieces. Something happened, I had a shift in my thinking in the last week. Basically I'm ready to start cutting and using any and all my fabrics. No more saving it for special projects. There's big plans in the weeks ahead for my stash, so stay tuned, I'm about to do something wild and outrageous....well for me its a huge step.
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Bumpkin Baskets is looking so pretty! You definitely have a talent for designing quilts, happy stitching!
ReplyDeleteCannot wait to see what you are going to do next!! So inspiring -- love your baskets!
ReplyDeleteI’m so glad you’re enjoying cutting into your special fabrics now! I’m in a “life is short and our days are numbered” kind of mood today so that resonated with me. Do I want my favorite fabrics left behind as untouched fabric in my stash, or do I want to cut it up and hold it in my hands and sew it together with other fabrics to add joy and delight to THIS day, because after all THIS day is the only day of sewing that I can count on for sure. I can’t wait to see what “wild and outrageous” plans you have for your stash, by the way. Sashing stars look great and this whole project is coming together so nicely for you!
ReplyDeleteIsn't that pretty! I love the colors and prints. I've been looking for basket blocks this month, and those are fun!
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