Monday, January 26, 2015

Design Wall Monday 1/26/15


Remember I last was creating all these strattas from 2.5" scrap strips.......



well, they got sub-cut into 2.5" pieced strips............



and they became 16-patches.  I got a total of 40 blocks which is more than I need for this project, but the rest will be used in something else or pieced into the backing.



This is for the Sweet16 Project for Hands2Help (both buttons are on the sidebar).  Now to decide  if I want to go with a simple 4-patch.  I would have to cut those 4.5", but I do have a lot of scraps that need down sizing. 



Or do I want to go with a double 4-patch setting?  2015 is my year of keeping it simple, but I do have a LOT of 2.5" squares to use up.  Which ever I chose, it will be done as a leader/ender project so they will get quickly done up inbetween other projects.



I have all my blocks done for my Let's Book It project and I have them laid out on two table right now - which two furry friends think is just the cat's meow!!  So these need to be sewn into rows/flimsie today (I did take photos so I know the lay out should they be scattered some more).



And we are rowing along!!!!!!!!

I do need to get out for errands and pick up a few staples as we are to be hit with the 'storm of the season'.  I'm sure the fur-kins will want Mom to have enough treats on hand should we be snowed in for the week - oh yeah, she can get food for herself, too.

Sewingly Yours,
Sharon

22 comments:

Dana Gaffney said...

I was thinking about you when the weather talked about the storm moving through the northeast, stay safe and get those cat treats.

Debbie said...

I love all you 4 patch, and 16 patches.....a lot to play with and have fun. Now I am getting an idea of how you get so many things done!
Hope the storm/snow event is not as bad as predicted. Stock up, stay safe.

Sheila said...

Your scrappy blocks look just great ! Hope the storm is not as bad as they are saying , we are bracing as well :-( take care and stay safe and warm .

tink's mom said...

The sweet 16 blocks are wonderful. Looking forward to the Book It block flimsie. Make the best of the snowy days and be careful.

Karen said...

Lots of lovely 16 patches. I know this will be a wonderful quilt. A great way to use up scraps even though they seem to keep multiplying. Stay warm and safe.

Teresa in Music City said...

Such scrappy loveliness!!!! Those red and cream blocks are beautiful. Stay warm and snuggle up with those kitties :)

Scrappy quilter said...

It is going to turn out to be a great quilt and for a great project.

Kat Scribner said...

You got some fun sewing going on there, Sharon. Do get stocked up on necessities and bunker down for the storm.

Cathy said...

Sharon, I really love your scrappy projects! My favorite is the layout with the double 4 patch. Just gorgeous! Stay safe and warm with the storm.

Needled Mom said...

You always make the most wonderful scrappy quilts. Stay safe in the storm and enjoy the quilting.

Sheila said...

I LOVE all your scrappy quilts made with scrappy squares.
I have heard about the terrible snow storm with strong winds coming your way. You and your fur babies will be on my mind. Stay warm and safe.

Suze said...

Praying the storm is mild. Glad that you are able to get out to get supplies and you have plenty of fabric for many storms to come. Your projects are always inspiring.

carla said...

Hi!!!! It will be pretty either way!!!!! Love all the little squares!!!!! Hoping for a mild storm for you too!!!! Be safe and keep having fun!!!!

Eat Sleep Quilt said...

I like the two projects you're working on. Isn't it wonderful how a little bit here and a bit more there - can combine into a finished project.

Christine M said...

Your blocks are looking great, Sharon. Stay warm and take care. Hugs, Christine xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sharon you are so organised,keep warm and safe my friend.xx

Elaine/Muddling Through said...

It looks like you'll have plenty to keep you busy! The simple quilts that you don't have to refer back to a pattern all the time are my favorites. All your project ideas look very good!

Lynne said...

So much scrappy goodness; I can hardly keep up with you -- and I'm only reading it, ;-)

Kate said...

Stay warm and dry. That storm sounds like a big nasty one.

Lots of fun scraps. I really like your Let's Book it Project.

Cheryl's Teapots2Quilting said...

Hope you only got the 7", not the 3 feet of snow.

KatieQ said...

I hope you fared well with the storm. We only got 7 inches. That was so much better than the 2 to 3 feet that was predicted for our area.
The red and tan blocks for the Ground Cover quilt look great.

Michele said...

Yeah to you for all the scrap busting. And it is very generous of he fur babies to let you get some food for yourself too. I'm glad we didn't get as much snow as they originally predicted but my kids still had school on Tuesday.