Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Blocks 3 and 4 - Modern Sampler 2016

Wow, it's mid January and I'm still on track with my modern sampler.  Most of my New Year's resolutions don't last this long :)

Block 3 is 8"x4".  Working with thin little strips is a pain, but I wanted to include the year somewhere in this quilt.  Now I have no choice but to finish in 2016!



Block 4 is an 8" square and is cut freehand (without a ruler).  This is my favorite set of fabrics among all that I'm using for this quilt.


I learned the technique for freehand curves at the 2014 BAMQG retreat.  I like freehand cutting because you don't need to be precise.

My test block provides an alternate color way for block 4.


Now I need to decide what to do with my test blocks...

Fabrics use (all except the test block):
Kona Solid in Bluegrass (by Robert Kaufman)
Atomic Flux in Alloy (Utopia by AGF)
Henna in Aqua (Eden by Tula Pink)
Kona Solid in Cabbage (by Robert Kaufman)
Mini Pearl Bracelets in Rocket (by Lizzy House)
Chelsea in Leaf (Highline by Free Spirit Fabrics)

The fabrics in the test block are from my stash.  I lost track of their origin long ago :)

I'm linked up with:
Freshly Pieced

Sew Fresh Quilts


A Quilted Passion









16 comments:

  1. That is a fabulous idea including the year in a block. And a wonderful source for inspiring a finish! The curved improve blocks are great! Perhaps the test blocks could be used in a pieced backing or made into a cushion?

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    1. Thanks Lorna. A cushion is a great idea. I sure hope the year block is motivation to finish this year :)

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  2. These blocks look really cool - I like the square-ish middle.

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  3. I love your BHAG! I've got a couple of them - more long term but working at them a lot of the time. These blocks are great. I hope you'll be sharing / selling your pattern.

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    1. Thanks Andrea! I'm not sure about selling a pattern but I will try to share something at the end of the year.

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  4. Ooo, I love that improv block, and your fabrics are gorgeous! Look forward to seeing this progress :)

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  5. Love your fabrics! I especially like block 3. I feel like I am looking through a window.

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  6. I love free pieced lettering and numbers! I love your greens and turquoise.

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    1. Thanks Bethany! I'm planning some letter blocks later in the year...

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  7. Love the year block! So cute to include in a quilt. Congrats on keeping up with the BOM. If only my resolutions were as strong...

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    1. Thanks Jennifer! The blocks are pinned to the top of my design wall so I can't ignore this project without feeling lots of guilt!

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  8. Right on for being on-track so far! I am pretty much on track too. How big will the finished quilt be? I shall try modern someday.

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    1. Thanks Zenia! If I stick with my intended layout the finished quilt will be 60x62" and I'll have 94 unique blocks plus some sashing. But if I change my mind on the layout who knows...

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