Work in Progress . . .

Today I have my Stack n Whack quilt top together and ready to add batting & backing.
I decided to use a coordinating brown 2" strip between the blocks to set them off better. 

 

The quilt top is square measuring 52".  I need to add the two side strips to complete the top.

This was a fun block to make. No two blocks are alike and I didn't have to be real careful with what two blocks were put side by side.    

I'm sure I'll make another  quilt with this technique.  It would make a great flannel quilt to cuddle up with or one with your favorite team/school colors to take to the game.
It goes together very quickly. 

 

 

Here is a picture of another quilt  I completed this past week.  It's with a firefighter theme kinda a 9 patch with  a 5" block. Very easy and nice for a childs room.

 

 

 

I have several (4 or 5) quilt tops ready for quilting.  That's what I have trouble deciding on.  I usually just 'stitch in the ditch' or do diagonal stitching and these two tops certainly lend themselves to that style but I'd just like to try something new without totally messing up my tops.  I have done meandering on several smaller projects but haven't attempted a top this size.    These are most likely going to family or friends so they don't have to be perfect - it's just taking that leap of faith to try something different.    Any suggestions? 

 

In reference to the post last week waiting for snow -  we received zero.  The weathermen missed it big time in this area (which isn't really a bad thing).  I'm sure the grocery stores were thrilled.  I'm glad we missed the 12-18 inches they were callin for.  

 

 

Have a great week -  Think Spring! 

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