The First 8 9-Patch Strips
So, on Friday, I got to the business of thinking seriously about my Blooming 9 Patch quilt again. I know there are probably faster ways to do this, but I approached it by sewing together all the pieces for one pair of strips (there's symmetry in the strips) and then moving on to the next, starting with the outermost strips and working my way in. I figured this way I could line things up as I went and look for any systematic problems that might be creeping in. It also just turned out to be fun to line up the strips every time I completed a set. The picture only shows how the first 8 pairs would look if I stopped at that point. The first 8 pairs of strips gets you a pretty respectable sized baby quilt/throw. Which goes to show that this design is pretty versatile. But since there are 15 total pairs of strips (and the center pair is actually a trio), I'm not really even halfway done at this point.
The more I work on this project, the more I enjoy watching the colors come together, and the more I like the whole process of piecing a top. Everytime I sit down to sew, I learn something new about my machine or how the process of connecting two pieces of fabric with thread really works. I still have an awful lot to learn, but I can see major improvement from my first project to this one, and that's pretty satisfying to me.
Now... back to my strips!
Wow, that looks so cool. The colors are great.
Can't wait to see the finished piece!
I was at my lys this weekend and they had an Ab Fab Afghan Beginnings, in the Antique Colorway so I was able to actually see and feel the yarns. How lovely! I am very envious. I was tempted to purchase immediately but I have an extended surgery and recovery to get through first. I will keep looking to see it finished. Your quilt is more beautiful with each strip!
It is definitely blooming. Can't wait to see the quilting portion.
Wow, your quilt is looking beautiful. I can't wait to see it completed. Are you going to tie it, machine quilt it or hand quilt it?
Gorgeous!
I must get back to quilting again!
The quilt is coming along beautifully. Quilting can be almost as relaxing as knitting and can provide much more instant gratification.
Looking forward to more photos as you progress.
You've really jumped in on the quilting and your results are beautiful.
I just started to learn how to handspin. Any time I search for a "how do I do *this*?" question, your blog pops up!
So while you might feel you're being wordy or too basic, please remember that a beginner desperately looking for pictures, descriptions, or hints might one day be very thankful you've taken this time.
Signed,
A desperate beginner :)
I think the results are gorgeous, and it's certainly satisfying to see your progress. Congrats!
Wowy zowy that quilt is fierce!!!!
You are such a pro! Amazing work.
Delurking to say that your quilt is magnificent!! I cannot wait to see the evolution and the finished treasure. Lovely job. And congrats on the wonderful baby.
This is looking really nice. I like the way the color evolve out from the center.
Oooooohhhhh! OOOOOOOOOOOOoohhhh! This is absolutely gorgeous! I love the colors, so rich! You're really taking to this.