My plan was to have the March UFO finished this weekend...didn't happen.
My first attempt at a string pieced maple leaf was pretty sad.
My second attempt was much better.
This is the layout and fabrics I plan on using to make the table runner.
I bought some tear away stabilizer and prepped the first leaf to machine applique then found I didn't have a thread color that I really liked AND I'm a little leary about the machine appliqueing - I'm worried that if I just pin everything the leaf or a fabric segment/string may shift. In the past I've always used Heat-n-bond to attach my applique pieces to my background fabric. Couldn't do that with the string pieced leaves. I may try using basting spray.
By this time it was Saturday afternoon and I needed something to work on. Didn't have to look far as I have a pile of small quilts sitting next to the sewing machine that needed to be quilted.
These were marked and pinned - ready to go. I got the quilting done Saturday night, the binding on yesterday and the hand sewing done today.
Love those little hexi quilts. I've been wanting to do these for pot holders but it's just hanging out on my to-do list for now. Cute!
ReplyDeleteHow about using a glue stick to adhere it first? Those will look nice. Cute little hexes too.
ReplyDeleteOh, I so love the maple leaves...both of them. Though I do like the second one better. They are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the small quilts, too. Been thinking about doing that with some hexies.