Dearest Boy update

I'm afraid I'm still running behind but I've actually been looking forward to making the compass block for Dearest Lavender as I enjoy hand piecing this type of block.

Dearest Boy Block 2E by Jean Cerbone

When I looked at Cathy, Julie and Karen's blocks this morning I was thinking the block looked familiar and then I remembered that I'd made a very similar block twice before in my Antique Wedding Sampler quilts (yes, I've made two!!) designed by Di Ford.

Antique Wedding Sampler (Revisited) designed by Di Ford Block #22

Luckily I'd kept the templates and even have a window to fussy cut the long points so I'm already to go...

...but I still need to finish piecing my postage stamp baskets for Block 2D which are cut out and ready to sew.

Til next time

Carole

Dearest Lavender star flowers and baskets

These star flower blocks were such a challenge for me, I'm very glad they're finally finished!!!

There is an advantage to being a bit late as I was able to utilise some good advice from Karen.

I've always loved those postage stamp basket blocks so I decided to draft up my own pattern for this block, still using the little 3/8th inch hexie flower.

I'm happy with this cute basket and now need to make three more. If you look closely you might be able to see a little chick in the flower centre.

Be sure to check out the other blogs in the Dearest Boy 
sew-along: Karen Doreen Cathy & Julie. 

'Til next time

Carole

6 and 6 + August update

I have a finish!!!

My Giant Dahlia, designed by Michelle Yeo and quilted by Katrina (Katrina's Quilting)with a bit of photo bombing by Maggie.

This is my updated list for 6 and 6+ in 2018. I'm pretty happy about having 3 finishes.

'til next time

Carole