Fun in the Sun Placemats
The Sunrise block was a challenge BUT was so much fun when I started different color combinations for my sampler. However, when I began to lay out the new bold colors with the other MMQAL blocks, I found some were TOO colorful for the sampler. So, I changed my mind, AGAIN. Some of the colorful blocks are now placemats.
By the way, when I pieced the border, the last and first ray were inconsistent in size. Besides an inaccurate 1/4 inch seam, what could have happened in the foundation paper piecing to give me so many variations in the size of the rays?
It looks like you really have fun quilting these. They’re great!
Yes, I did. 🙂 Thanks
These are Gorgeous! Wow now I know what to do with my dud!…I was going to strip if for my scrap quilt but you know what this will work!
Hi Charlene, Duds and orphan blocks are great for small projects like placemats, mugrugs and table toppers. And they are good for practicing quilting designs. I look forward to seeing what you create with the extra block. Thanks, Dena
What a great idea. They look wonderful!
Hi Angie, Thanks so much. 🙂
Your quilting is amazing! Do you do that all on a regular machine? Long arm? Stitch regulator? I’ve really got some practicing to do!
Hi Andrew, Thank you! Yes, I use a Janome 7700 for most free motion quilting. I also use a Janome 6500 sometimes. No, these Janomes do not have a stitch regulator. And yes, it is a lot of practice. 🙂