Recieved an email asking why I used the word "strips" vs "strings" in my post.
Well basically because I was told once that it is only strings if the finished width of a piece of fabric is no more than 1". And since my bin most definately has some chubbier pieces in it I went with the word strip.
Whatever the name given...it's a nice way to use those strips/strings scraps. ")
More on this project later.
As usual I am up at the crack of dawn. No exception today. And I brushed my teeth and hurried down to the studio for a few hours of strip piecing before Paul got up.
We usually run all our “together errands” on Wednesday’s so I had until 7:30am to play.
I started strip piecing some 6.5” squares yesterday after making the pillowcases.
I had looked over at the strip bin and it’s overflowing state and decided that I would tackle it a bit. This would cover the need to start another something new (the pillowcases alone did not quench the thirst of new project syndrome) and clean up a getting to be unruly part of the studio.
I got a few squares done but the fire was lit inside me and I wanted to tackle some more.
I was sewing away and gabbing with friends on Facebook. Such a nice way to start the day.
The strips were dumped on the floor behind my chair for easy access to pick and choose.
I brought over my BIG Rowenta iron right after taking this picture. All the better to press those strips into place.
Sew – Sew – Sew
Finally it was time to do some trimming. I heard Molly come down the stairs. Her tags jingling as she walked behind me. I thought she was headed to her doghouse area in the studio.
While out and about today I dreamed up the quilt for my 6.5” squares. And sketched out the plan.
I am going to be doing some more sewing. A lot more.
We are in a deep freeze here in Chicagoland but I am in my studio happily sewing away.
I feel like starting something new but really didn't want to.
So what is a quick instant gratification project?
Pillowcases!
Wondering why I have been so quiet thru the month of December?
Well this is why.
Early in December I did this to my ankle.
I heard the snap and I face planted in my own front yard. Thank goodness Paul was with me as we were on our way out to walk Molly.
I made it back into the house and immediately started the RICE method. It hurt. A LOT.
A week later I finally conceded and had it x-rayed. Yep there was some damage.
I was ordered to…..
but I had a hard time listening to Dr.’s orders. And I snuck into the studio a few times.
And I paid for it.
So for the last three weeks I have been a good patient and have basically sat, and read, and did some hexing, but mostly just sat and enjoyed Paul & Emily’s visit home.
I did cast on a sweater…for Molly. I will blog some pics later this week.
So now I am starting to walk more, and actually took Molly out for her daily walk twice in the last week. Molly btw would like to make sure you know what she will be watching starting Jan 15th.
I am getting back into the swing of things and tomorrow I will be a guest on Creative Mojo with Mark Lipinski. I hope you can tune in or catch it as a podcast!
Ok…been at computer for a few hours…time for my foot up routine. Carry on!
Michaela Little's rendition of Crown of Throwns pattern (Judy Niemeyer) is rockin' the house at Quilting On The Square.
Michaela is 15....this is the 4 quilt she has made. Yep you read that right... 4th!
This quilt has won Reserve Champion at Jackson KS County Fair and at the Kansas State Fair a purple ribbon in 2012.
I am honored that she is in the midst of sewing her own Moxie Girl!
Sitting at Midway Airport waiting to board for my final "quilt trip" of 2012. It's back to Kansas City then a quick car ride to Holton, KS to Quilting on the Square. Can't wait to see Mark, Mary, Connie and the rest of the gang. Watch for a post later today/tomorrow to see what we are up too!
Vicky in Texas sent me this picture of her Pieced Hexies table runner. I asked permission and she said I could share.
As a designer, author, teacher and quilter it is when I receive pics of projects from my patterns/instructions completed or not that I just smile.
My whole idea around the format of the first (yes a second is already in the works) Pieced Hexie book is to give the “know how” and let each person apply it to their own creative vision.
I often tell my students “I will provide you with enough information to be dangerous”.
Thanks Vicky for making my day!
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