Tuesday, December 6, 2022

String Quilt in Progress

 




I've been working on my string block quilt a little bit at a time. I'm finally showing some good progress. I only have 3 rows left. The blocks finish at 8" square so this will measure 64.5" when all the blocks are sewn together. I plan on adding a 2 inch border all the way around. I think the eye needs something to rest on. I'll probably use a solid for that.


I decided to add a piano key border. I have 75  pieces cut so far. They measure 2.5" X 5". I think that's enough for 2 sides. I haven't decided what to do in the corners yet. I'll figure it out when I get there! I'm still trying to get my Christmas shopping done. Almost there!


6 comments:

  1. Wow, the string quilt is looking really nice. I have a friend who has a project bag business. He just sent me two USPS boxes full of leftover fabrics. Of course, he doesn't know that I can't use them for myself but I plan to make a scrappy quilt for him. The string pattern may just work for it.

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    1. I liked making these blocks. They're not very hard and always look good! The scrappier the better! I think you'll enjoy making these blocks.

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  2. these are really looking good, Rosemary; I just love how the centers
    look...nice work! hugs, Julierose

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    1. Thanks, Julierose. So nice to use up the stash and have them look so good!

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  3. Fabulous string blocks Rosemary, a favourite of mine and I do like your idea of a piano key border this will fit beautifully.

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    1. Thank you! I always feel some sort of satisfaction when I make a quilt using up my stash!

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