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When I left you last, I was contemplating adding the card tricks at the bottom and considering changing the spacer strips to black since the pinwheels already had a black strip attached.
In the end I felt the black was too heavy compared to the fresh green I had been using. I also ditched the pinwheels at this point because I had so many angles going. But I did add the card tricks after trimming and reversing the location.
I thought this might be a good time to add a large collection of bright 4-patches.
Jan at The Colorful Fabriholic suggested I rotate a photo to see if I have balance and I can now see that if I use the 4Ps on this round, I will need to add some weight in the next to balance heavier blocks already on the outside edge. The few blocks I have left are some of the larger ones, but I don't have enough for an entire round so I may have to dig for more blocks ... or make some ...
Stay tuned to my Spare Parts Saga.
It is looking great! I trim parts for my orphan block quilts all the time. I think that is what makes these so much fun. Love that strip of hst between those blocks!
ReplyDeleteGreat progress, Libby. I know about those spacer strips -- sometimes you need under an inch (more than a skinny seam allowance would allow) but then when you sew the spacer strip to the piece next to it you have more fabric in the seam allowances than in the exposed strip. [I assume you can figure out what I mean.] Anyway, the green sashing is just the right color to keep these blocks looking lively.
ReplyDeleteDepending on sizing, I think the Pinwheels might work on the LEFT side of the quilt. It's looking REALLY good!!
ReplyDeleteIt's looking really good! I love the new sashing.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great!
ReplyDelete(Would you growl at me if I suggested HSTs for that next addition? (I'm picturing dark/light HSTs marching across the bottom and (partially maybe?) up the right side.))
Oh, I like that! Especially with the green sashing strips. Your colors are so bright and pretty!
ReplyDeleteGreat changes to the plan. Looking forward to seeing the next steps with this one.
ReplyDeleteThis is looking good. I like how you have managed to put these totally different blocks and angles into something so pleasing. Good job.
ReplyDeleteThis is looking great and I have enjoyed reading back and following your process.
ReplyDeleteI like your attitude with this project. I like seeing how this is coming along and how a little change can make a big impact.
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