Here are the latest completed blocks for the "machine version" of the Stitcher's Garden. The idea behind this block of the month is to use different feet and to try different techniques with those different feet. Well, I must confess, I got bored with it all a few blocks into the program. It was fun using different decorative stitches for the machine applique. And at first I did enjoy seeing what could be done with the different feet........until I realized just how expensive things were getting (you were buying a new foot every month, unless you already had that particular foot)......and got to wondering if I would ever use these new feet beyond this one quilt. I think I bought about four new feet for my machine and haven't used a single one for anything beyond this quilt. The worst part is I'm starting to get bored with the quilt itself. I'm so focused on finishing the quilt now that I totally spaced out class on Tuesday.....which was a first for me. I've now set a goal of having the quilt top (at least) completely done by class next month. I know if I don't finish it soon, it will end up put away somewhere not to be seen by anyone for who knows how long. I really don't want that to happen, especially since my oldest would really love to have the quilt......with matching pillow cases. Only a few more blocks to do before I can start assembling the quilt top.............
Very beautiful stitching. The print and design both seems to be very fabulous. I like that concept very much.
ReplyDeleteOh, don't you hate when you've invested a bunch of energy into a project and suddenly you can't stand it? Hopefully you can make yourself bust through and finish it, or else that UFO will be a nagging presence on your shelves. :(
ReplyDeleteThe concept behind this block of the month is wonderful. So wonderful, in fact, that there are at least two other shops in town doing the same program. I am determined to finish this quilt though. I have set a goal for myself to have the rest of the blocks finished by next weekend. If I can have the top done by then, too.....wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteThis project is my first in a class. Spent two years teaching myself machine quilting. It has had many beneficial lessons and I have learned a great deal about my machines and feet. I am doing two quilts at the same time which has turned into a bit much as the gals taking this class decided to have it once a week instead of once a month. I am sewing like I am crazed! Will be more than ready to have this project completed. I have only done quilt as you go to this point. It seems so much more quilter friendly than the old way. KRS
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