HJS Quilt Block Three - Blocks and Stars

As I'm working my way though the book, I can't help but glance ahead in anticipation of the coming blocks.

Here's a view of all of the blocks grouped together. The bottom left is "Blocks and Stars" and the bottom right is the "Buckeye Beauty" block. Although I absolutely love this fabric line, it has many larger scale prints which leaves me wondering if this is a good choice for such little blocks and pieces. I think it's why I've not been able to move this week on it, so I may have to rethink this.

This too is another learning curve, selecting the fabric prints which are best suited for the coordination, size and type of block patterns at hand.

Until next time, Happy Quilting!

~ Sue aka Another Quiltmaker

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HJS Quilt Block Two - Arrowheads

 

Here we are with the second block called "Arrowheads" from the book. It's made by using foundation paper, a technique new to me. Although the book includes the pattern, it includes no instruction on the assembly. So one must be knowledgeable in foundation piecing or search out resources to learn this method, which is what I did.

I found a video by Angela Walters which helped in understanding the "how to" principles.

Once I could grasp the idea, it came together well. I'm happy with how the block turned out.

Here's a backside view of the Arrowheads block. I'm trying to keep everything clean a neatly pressed, still with pressing seams open when possible.

I also opted to change the background fabric from "Ghost Hounds tooth" to Kona cotton in "Bone" color, which is shown on this block. I've remade block one to match.

In review, this little block was definitely a skill builder, checking off on a new technique learned. I'm looking forward to the next block!

Until next time, Happy Quilting!

~ Sue aka Another Quiltmaker

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HJQ Quilt Block One - Air Castle

The first block called "Air Castle" easily came together. Once arranged into the quilt top, the finished blocks will be six inches each, which is a small size for me. I've opted to press the seams open to lessen the bulk on the smaller size. This will be my first quilt top using this method. It lends more challenge to keep things on point, but that's what this project is about.

I've selected Moda's All Hallow's Eve fabric by Fig Tree & Co. to do the HJ sampler in. I'm loving the orange paired with the darker fabric. It really pops against the ivory "Ghost Hounds tooth" background from the collection.

After making the first block, I'm contemplating redoing the block, using Kona "Bone" for the background fabric in place of the Ghost Houndstooth for the overall quilt. Decisions, decisions! In any case, I foresee the need of aquiring much more fabric in the near future very soon! This is going to be so much fun!

Until next time, Happy Quilting!

~ Sue aka Another Quiltmaker

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