At last, they are finished! Two rainbow patchwork duvet covers are ready to be loved and cuddled. I made two of them, since duvets need to be washed much more than quilts. How about some construction notes?
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English paper pieced quilts are so WOW. All those tiny pieces, irregular shapes and fussy cuts can be quite impressive. So, how do you go from novice to EPP-maker extraordinaire? Here is how to gradually build up your EPP skills.
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The Dutch word for “to process” is verwerken. Can you spy the Dutch version of “work” in there? That’s because verwerken means more literally to work on something until it is completely integrated into who you are. It’s like how we say in English, “I worked through it”.
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The graceful curves of the orchid flowers remind me of curved doors and windows. The geometric border with its on point squares and fancy corners remind me of the endless array of unique stained glass. And the center medallion imparts a timeless elegance that sets the tone for the whole quilt.
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What is your favorite part of the quilt-making process? These Orchid flower blocks make me wonder if this is the part I love best. I’m so happy with how they’re turning out! But what about you?
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May I introduce Orchid flower block for the Nineteen Thirty quilt! With just a touch of curved piecing and some meditative slow-stitches, she is a thing of beauty. Orchid is a welcoming canvas for your favorite fabrics. She’s the kind of fancy finish that makes you feel like the marvelous maker you are!
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Ta da - a finished Wild Oranges quilt, again. This second rendition turned out just as beautiful as the first, in my opinion. I’m delighted that following the quilt pattern really did reproduce the play of shapes and value in such a satisfactory manner. It has depth and sparkle. Hooray!
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Week 5 Sew-Along Goal: Sew Quadrant 4. Before long you can be snuggling under your very own Wild Oranges quilt. I wish you luck and perseverance in the finishing process. Don’t miss the fantastic Grand Prize giveaway!!!
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Week 4 Sew-Along Goal: Sew Quadrant 3. Here we go again with another Wild Oranges quadrant: arrange fabrics, press orange peels, applique and join blocks! Only this time I tried something different.
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Week 3 Sew-Along Goal: Sew Quadrant 2. Show of hands - how many people are working ahead? It might be a sew-along record! I think that many of you find making this quilt a bit addictive. I totally get it, lol.
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Week 2 Sew-Along Goal: Sew Quadrant 1. Over the next four weeks, we’ll sew a quarter of the quilt at a time. I know you’re eager to see your fabrics bloom. Gather starch, threads and a little paintbrush. Let’s do this!
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Sometimes, and it’s rare, you begin with a fuzzy idea and end up somewhere that is even more perfectly delightful than you could have predicted. That magic comes to life in the process - listening to and responding to the fabric and the colors and the patchwork shapes so that the finished piece is a sweet melody of multiple artistic voices.
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These Still Point blocks are the trickiest sew in the entire quilt. They utilize y-seams to create a flurry of twists and turns. But the tradeoff to stretching your wings is the view once energies take flight. There’s a special zing of pleasure and satisfaction when you succeed at something that took pluck.
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On this sunny weekend I caught a few hours in my sewing room to add to my Pas de Deux quilt. That was my Easter treat! My Evening Star blocks have a variety of background colors, but continuous (instead of scrappy) circles. I do so enjoy trying new things.
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Oh, checkerboard patchwork, how I do love thee! It’s charming every time. Now a whole checkerboard quilt in this small-size patchwork would be quite an endeavor, but this little taste is pure delight. I’m on my way to a finished quilt top this month!
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There are often lots of ways to sew most patchwork blocks, with advantages and disadvantages to different approaches. It’s easy to assume that the first method you learn is the easiest or best one. Until you try another method, you really don’t know! Patchwork can surprise you.
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At last we can truly get started with sewing these Pas de Deux quilts. Are you so excited? I am! I quite enjoy seeing your ideas for colors and fabrics. There really are so many ways to make something beautiful. Psst - - - Last day for Sale price!
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Sometimes we have to step back, let things go and count our losses to move forward. That was the case for me this week (again) with my Patchwork Selfie. The good news is that I’ve made a breakthrough and am finally feeling momentum!
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