I do not ordinarily use pins when sewing seams, but on this quilt, I am using many pins. The pattern has a lot of bias edges that could stretch, and a bazillion points to match, so using pins is a necessity.
And there are a lot of dog ears to trim from triangle ends, which of course I am keeping. Aren't they so pretty?? I am looking for a little jar to store them in.
Why, you ask?!?
Why not?!
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Such pretty colours, can't wait to see the quilt!
A friend of mine was saving dog ears and thought to put them in a big glass jar of some kind and and make it into a lamp.
Pretty colors! I've seen where some people save the trimmings and put them in clear Christmas ornaments and hang them on their tree.
Looking for the real reveal.
Even the sneak peek looks pretty! Scrap on!
I started keeping a jar of those bits too after seeing yours. They are so pretty and I have people asking WHY too!!!
Your colours are so bright and cheerful..must be fun to sew with during these dull cold winter days!!!
Thanks for the SNEAK Peek. Keep Stitching!
I saw a small town sewing show once where the lady laid down snippets of color (and she cut hers from yardage!) then laid over a piece of netting and sewed over it all. It was quite pretty. You'd have to keep your colors separate - or not.
I keep all my snippets for floor pillow stuffing.
Hugs
Totally different topic. Where in Michigan do you visit? I have been up there and go to Lansing. Maybe one day we will cross paths.
Sneaky peaky! Looks pretty, sounds interesting! I always think it's a shame to throw away little bits but wonder how I can justify keeping them...Why not? is the perfect solution!
The bias edges are definitely a challenge and I will be pinning like you! I see you followed directions and pressed the seams open. I did not, I think it will work out, she shall see!
Looks like a challenging piecing job, but you seem to have it conquered.
Those are happy clippings--confetti for a party. : )
Love all those bright colors you are using. Can't wait to see what you've got going.
The fabrics are so pretty. I am very intrigued...can't wait to see more!
From the dog ear pile---it speaks spring and Tutti Frutti colors. How exciting to wait for the reveal!!
I wasn't sure we would be able to see your quilts. So glad we don't have to wait too long.
I started collecting those dog ears once, until my friends threatened an intervention ~ lol!
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