At this time of year there is so many things to stress over. The good news is that the mystery quilt along with Bonnie Hunter of Quiltville is NOT one of those things. In fact I look forward to it all week long.
When I got the second step on Friday, I started right away. I forewarned my husband that I would not be leaving my pj's for the day, but I could be found at my sewing machine. If you lived close enough you would hear the sound of Christmas songs playing, and my sewing machine humming. We will not discuss my singing capabilities or lack of. But I may have mistakenly missed the telephone ringing as I was fully engrossed in what I was doing.
Flying geese have been a bit of a challenge for me. I always seem to cut off that top point. I have used the easy angle ruler before, but not the companion ruler. I watched Bonnie's video and just decided to go with it.
So glad that I did. I have few that are not perfect. But neither am I. The picture doesn't truly showcase the color, the pieces are more purple in real life.
I may not know the finial result of this quilt. As of right now I am completely okay with that. I am loving seeing my colors and each piece come together. Now if I can just stick to this platter of quilt pieces and not platters of cookies. I will be fantastic the whole season long.
P.S - If you haven't started yet, jump in at anytime, and do what you can. I have to say there is a huge group of quilters participating and each one is so different and unique. It's wonderful to see all the inspiration out there. Not to mention that everyone is so sweet and supportive with their comments. I could just (((((hug you all))))).
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I love your colors! I didn't buy the companion ruler---I'm just making the geese with the "no waste" method. Should I make the switch?
ReplyDeleteYea for finishing step 2. I'm getting part of it done and hopefully I'll finish them by the end of the week. Love your pictures... Yes, I would be good if I had a platter of quilt pieces instead of cookies! Now to get on with the sewing part of life! I hope to do the same as you -- minus the pjs but lots of christmas music.
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to get a good photograph of purples, isn't it? I love your colour combination so far.
ReplyDeleteYour platter of geese is the best!! Love your presentation and colors too. I'm behind, but will link up some day soon, I hope.
ReplyDelete(((hugs back))) Your geese and 4-patches look amazing together.
ReplyDeleteSo excited to see your 'greys' - it's all I can do NOT to start yet another color combo (Don't ask how many I have going..haha). Really love your fabrics!
ReplyDeleteLove your colors. And you know, I too look forward to getting the next step on Fridays.
ReplyDeleteLove to see that everyone make a little different. Beautiful color combo so far. I always use the no waste method. See you soon !
ReplyDeleteLove your blog name and your spiderweb quilt.....I'll be watching your mystery quilt develop...looking good!
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