(For those who might be interested, the book of devotions and quilt patterns is offered by Stitchin' Tree Quilts in Woodbine Iowa. It is available in print and PDF versions.)
I considered working in the suggested layout sections, rather than numerical order, but I realized that I am using many of the same fabrics in the first few blocks I made and it might look unbalanced if similar fabrics are bunched together in sections of the quilt. So I am reverting to numerical order for a more even fabric distribution of the fat quarter collections I'm using.
Well, rather than bore you with a daily report on my progress, I decided to do a weekly recap.
Wednesday - Sarah
Thursday- Hagar
Friday - Delilah
Sunday - Eve
I can't wait to get to some of these women I've never heard of, like Asenath or Shiprah! As I said before, there is no connection (that I can discern, anyway) between the block and the woman, but the devotional thoughts are worthwhile.
I will add that the pattern directions appear to be aimed at a non-quilter, one who might not have all the tools at hand that we quilters have. I have changed measurements in many cases to use the Easy Angle for HSTs or to simplify construction by strip piecing. I am also considering downsizing the 15" blocks to 10" so that I won't have to make all the filler blocks.
It's going to be a beautiful quilt. I'm looking forward to your weekly updates.
ReplyDeleteThose are really pretty blocks - love your colors! Glad you are liking the devotions, too.
ReplyDeleteYou are off to a really good start, Libby. Pretty blocks, too!
ReplyDeleteDitto for me. These blocks are adorable in these colours, Libby.
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