Our first blocks for the Frightful Fun Halloween Block of the Month were released this past Friday. We were told the blocks this month wouldn't be too hard. We got instructions for 2 blocks that both measure 18.5" square. I made this witch's hat first. I did not think it was easy!!! There were a few seams to match up that just wouldn't cooperate. The seams were not pressed in opposite directions that just added to the difficulty.
This is a picture I took while making the block. I just work on a section at a time and then put the sections together. This one was made up of 11 sections. I'm glad this block is finished! It came out okay but it took awhile. The directions are easy to follow and the paper piecing is very accurate but those seams were a pain!
I've already started the next block. This is the very top of my ghost! More to come next time. I hope you like his eyes!!
I scheduled my second Shingles vaccine tomorrow. I'm a little afraid! I got really sick after the first one. I'm hoping the second injection won't be as bad the first one. I plan on taking it easy the next couple of days. Hope you stay warm!
The first block looks tricky! I don't think I should have liked those intricate seaming s but the hat is giving the slightly tattered look just as it should.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Maureen! I think it came out better than I thought it would. It was a bit tricky but it worked out somehow! I'm glad that block is done!
DeleteReally cute witches hats!! They do look difficult--I haven't done much paper piecing and may take a class --or um, watch some YT videos...
ReplyDeleteI get very confused as to right and wrong sides a lot when I try it...
perhaps it's something that is "hand on" learning??? At any rate, you are doing really well with yours...
Stay warm up there--really frigid here and wind chill of 6!! Hugs, Julierose
Thanks! I feel you have to think backwards. You sew right sides together but the block emerges on the opposite side. If you lived closer, I would show you! I've done a lot of paper piecing in the past but it's been awhile. It's way too cold! That wind is awful!!
DeleteThat first block does not look easy to me, even being paper-pieced. But, you did a great job. I look forward to seeing the ghost. Good luck with the vaccine.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jeanna! I feel I'm getting used to paper piecing. It's been awhile since I've used this method. I'm tired and achy but that's about it. I hope I'm better by morning!!
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