Done!!! Modern ins and outs

I am so happy to be posting my latest completion!!!!!!

I've named it "Modern ins and outs".

And I've made a wonky kinda label for it. Basically it's a 9 inch square folded into a triangle with the raw edges out and the turned edge whip stitched down. I love it!

What do you think??

Now on to the next project...I know just the one! Status update soon!

Happy sewing,
Melodee

Around the corner

So I'm not exactly sure what my exact sewing goal was for today but... I was able to finish one short side!!!!

I've rounded another corner and have one more corner to do!!
Tomorrows goal will be to get half of the second long side quilted.

I'm hoping to get the last of the outer border quilting done before this weekends warm up. Yeap! That's right!! Weather is predicted to be in the 50's!!! I will have to find some machine work to do to keep a blanket off my lap! No problem!!

It's always great to have a plan... Here's hoping life doesn't interfere ;)

Happy sewing!
Melodee

Goal met???...fail :(

Well, today's sewing goal was to complete one small (top of quilt) border.

That did not happen... I am about 2 feet too short of that goal. But, I've decided to call it an end for tonight.

Today was still a very productive day despite my sewing failure. I for one am holding to that!

Now onto bed and a good read :)

Happy sewing...until tomorrow!
Melodee

Sewing goal met!

Today I set out to quilt one of the long sides of this crazy color modern quilt (still working on its name).

It's near impossible to tell but I made it from one corner to the next!

I'm happy with the quilting technique and stencil so now I just need to keep stabbing away ;)

Tomorrows goal will be to compete a short side and maybe go around the corner and do some of the other long side... But let's not get too far ahead here... Lol

Sewing goals are awesome motivators don't you think!

Happy sewing!
Melodee

Hand quilt: Matt's modern quilt

The holidays are over for another year and it is now time to get serious about getting serious work done!

The project I've decided to make top priority is this modern quilt I've created for my eldest son.

I actually pieced this one some time in 2012... I'm thinking August maybe.

As typical, I had no idea how to do the actual quilting so the top was put aside until inspiration struck!


A couple weeks ago I decided a simple 1/4 inch around the center blocks was a good idea. Quick note on style...I'm using a large tapestry needle and 8mm pearl cotton to quilt it. My stitches are kinda big but I love it! I've used this method before and have never had a broken or snagged stitch. And, the quilts wash up just fine too!

I completed all of the 1/4 inch outline quilting of the center blocks late last week. This week, I've committed myself to doing the inner small border (pictured here). I just love it when you figure it all out!!!

Getting ready for summer

http://kitschycoo.blogspot.com/2011/07/tutorial-sewing-up-your-pin-up-bathing.html?m=1

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Last block; DONE!

Well, here it is! The final block (number 12) for this quilt top.

I did take some time off to work on other things but jumped back on the get r done trail!!!

In the next couple of weeks I will be picking out and purchasing fabric for the corners and sashing. Not sure what I will choose. Votes are welcome!!

If you like what you are seeing and want to sew your own ...look for the Mario button at the top of my blog...it will take you to the blog, cut to pieces, where all 12 block directions are ready for download :)

Happy sewing!
Melodee