The worst part (and best part) is trimming all of those HST blocks. It is such a tedious process, I'm glad I don't have more than 32 to do in one week. However, the points and blocks come out so nice and tidy - it's totally worth it. Here are my two finished blocks, just in time to get two more patterns today.
I've also been working on these double pinwheel blocks from way back. I pieced the first two blocks and several strips about 5 years ago (before kids). It's amazing how much better my piecing accuracy has gotten since then. I also realized how much I appreciate good fabric, that I couldn't afford when I bought this cheaper stuff. I love how these are turning out. My favorite part is the little mini-pinwheel on the back. And they go pretty quick.
(Pinwheel Progress)
Lastly, I bought a couple of Noodle-head's patterns. I want to make a couple road trip cases (one for my paper piecing supplies, and maybe a few for rubber band looms). I also bought the super tote and found a free pattern for the cargo duffle. Here are the pieces. I hope to get this one finished for my sister's birthday in April (lofty goals, huh!).
I am considering the Lucky Stars BOM club. I have never paid money for quilt patterns, as I am usually able to draft my own. Elizabeth over at Don't call me Betsy has drafted beautiful foundation pieced star patterns. I have never foundation pieced, so I am going to try out a free pattern before I pay for any. Wish me luck!
I was really pleased that I was able to get this much done in a week where the family was a little busy. My mom and her husband came for a visit last weekend. Both kids were sick starting Monday. And to top it off, it was finals week at school. I get a new bunch of kiddos next Tuesday and am looking forward to these last 12 weeks.
Upcoming to do list:
- Layer Cake Sampler QAL
- Finish Piecing Pinwheels
- Cargo Duffle
- Road Trip Case
- Try Foundation Paper Piecing
