Got my pedal to the metal chaining pieces. That's no mean feat for me because chaining has a tendency to really confuse me. I start off determined to concentrate really hard but somehow I always end up in a guddle (mess).
So... I decided to cut myself some slack and chain in small batches so I do have a few complete blocks.
It's good to have something straightforward and relaxing to work on
and the more I piece the prettier it gets. It was a good choice to get me back in the saddle.
Another project making a welcome return is this....
yes... it is blocks 2/3 of Vignette and it's still a WIP but I'm back to working on it too. Notice the magnifying lamp.... it's my new best friend. I can't believe the difference it's making to my stitching. Now that I can actually see what I'm doing.... I'm doing it much faster!
OK... I have a hot date with the TV and this.......
an evening of American Major League Baseball. I'm a total addict. I was lucky enough to go to a Mariners game in Seattle a few years ago and that was me.... hooked. Who'd have thought...... I even sing the song at the 7th inning stretch!! Wonder if I can persuade Mac to have Hot Dogs for supper......
Till next time.....
Josie X
I LOVE nine patch blocks/quilts and I'm looking foreward to see yours - the fabric you're using is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteTake care!
Nice new project, it's looking good. I hope the right team one the baseball! I'm so happy to hear that guddle is a real word! My Mum always used it and now I tell my kids their rooms are a guddle and to tidy them up - they and hubby look at me like I'm talking a foreign language. But maybe I am....LOL
ReplyDeleteOops I think that should have been WON the baseball! Looks like it's going to be a long day. lol
ReplyDeleteI like what I see!! Those colours are great! Baseball?? Have fun! Not my thing! DH loves it though! Hope the hot dogs went down a treat! Vignette... you're putting me to shame Josie... STOP IT! I still haven't managed to start 2/3 yet!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so pretty. Can't wait to see more. Great to see that you have also reconnected with Vignette Block 2/3. You will be making huge progress before you know it.
ReplyDeleteI love the quilt that your working on!! Both the pattern and the fabric. Glad to know you enjoy our baseball. I grew up watching the Atlanta Braves :)
ReplyDeleteI have no idea what project you're working on, but I would have bribed you with something to get my hands on your Tula Pink fabric. I am in the middle of making a quilt for my sister using nothing but Tula Pink fabric from 4 of her design lines but really wanted a second charm pack of Full Moon Forest to complete the top. Be sure to show us the finished project. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOhhh its gorgeous - I'm sure I need some, whatever it is! I'm with you on chain piecing - if I get too carried away I get muddled. Love the guddle word - and others you pop into your conversation now and again. My grandmother was born in Scotland but she didn't use interesting words like that!!
ReplyDeleteI just love that fabric Josie... much more than I do the baseball!! And I also love the new Scottish word!! Guddle...
ReplyDeleteJust what I needed - a reminder of the Vignette quilt! It will be my next long-term project when I have finished Lynette Andersons Christmas Fun button Club quilt. I love the colours you have chosen :)
ReplyDeleteI love the look of the new quilt, and I'm with you, I only do little bits of chain piecing.
ReplyDeleteLove your fabrics and chain piecing is the way to go...lots of progress.
ReplyDeletecheers