I cut the larger pieces into small squares and began stitching them together to make "fabric." This I squared off into almost the same size blocks. While I wanted them squares to fit together easily, I also wanted a more organic look.
After making seven fabric blocks, I chose a light gray background to connect them all. At some point I decided that I needed two more blocks, but I really wanted them to look different than the others. Enter the open face block, which is basically just a rectangle of background fabric encircled with strips of blue.
It's not finished, of course, and I could still make a few changes. It's no surprise that I had only a half day to work on it, but it's well under way, and I have a plan for quilting it. Hopefully, I'll be able to finish the top tomorrow after work.
I'd love to see it loaded onto the long arm in a day or two. That would be pretty awesome, and maybe I can figure which way is up.
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8 comments:
What an awesome way to use up your scraps. I love how the blocks are uniform and yet abstract overall. And the open blocks were a stroke of genius - exactly what the top needed. Great job!
Don't think it matters which way is up! All ways perhaps? Looks great and is a fabulous scrapbuster! Many thanks for joining the #scraptastictuesday linkup
FABULOUS and I love the Modern
Thank you Mary for your comment on my WIP. I like your blue/brown blocks! The open face blocks are a great idea and add interest. Keep going!
Great way to play with your scraps. You quilt is looking good and I like the name too.
What a creative way to use your scraps. I love the variation in your blocks.
Thank you for linking up to Let's Book It.
Great use of your scraps.. I love the blue/brown combo! Linda
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