Friday, July 27, 2012

Blogger's BOM for July

This is the July block for Blogger's Block of the Month. It's a Split Ohio Star brought to us this month by Victoria from Bumble Bean Inc. It sewed up quite nicely since the directions were easy to follow. It's a traditional block but I think the split background makes the tone more modern. Victoria is using plaids in her version of these patterns. The look is so different!

Here are my blocks so far! I really like how they look together! Of course, the setting is still unknown so I have no idea what this top will end up looking like. However, so far, so good!!

I plan on doing some machine quilting today. I've neglected my Summer Sampler and have finally decided how to quilt the next block. Custom quilting takes too long! I like allover patterns much better. I hope to pin the layers for my Christmas Wreath soon. I'm trying to choose the backing from my stash.


I plan on watching Opening Ceremonies for the Olympics tonight! I can't wait! I have a hexagon to finish stitching as well as a pair of socks to knit. I won't feel quite so guilty as I watch the Olympics for the next couple of weeks! Go Team USA!!


Have a lovely weekend!








10 comments:

  1. The block look nice, cann't wait to see the finish product.

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  2. I'll definitely post pictures but it will be awhile! I'm dying to see the setting!

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  3. I love this month's block. I could see making a whole quilt with that block and getting and interesting secondary design.
    I'll be watching the Opening Ceremonies tonight, too!

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    1. I was thinking the same thing! I really like that split background! I thought you'd be watching the Opening Ceremonies tonight. I can't wait!!

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  4. Your block(s) look great! I did the July block last night and I'll do a blogpost today. I wanted to watch the opening seremony too, but here it started at midnight... way too late for me! :) Have a nice weekend!

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    1. Hope you post a picture so I can see your block. I ended up taking the opening ceremony. It got too late for me!

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  5. Great looking block, looking forward to seeing The finished top! =)

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    1. Thanks! It will be interesting to see what it ends up looking like!

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  6. Your Block Looks wonderful! ;-) They have been fun to put together! I have no idea how I will finish mine yet... But I've been loving my shirtings! Look forward to seeing how you finish yours!

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    1. Thanks so much, Victoria! I'm wondering what the quilt top will look like too. It'll be fun to figure out!! Thanks for the great tutorial this month.

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