2012 is the third year that the
Block Swappers group is hosting a birthday block exchange. Each participant specifies the block and colorway she'd like. This weekend I forged ahead and made all 14 blocks, for everyone except myself. I'll mail them out at the beginning of each birthday month. Estimated total fabric used: 2 yards.
Five people said "any star," and I chose Corner Star from one of Judy Hopkins' block books for all five. (Top row: #1, #3, #4; middle row, #1; bottom row #1.) I think I may use that block for the graduation quilt (see last week's post).
I added to my stash this week with some Salvation Army bargains: 4-1/2 yards of Christmas fabric, cut into two pieces and seamed to make an 84 x 80" tablecloth but apparently never used, and 6 yards of lavender poly/rayon blend which will make a springtime suit. Total cost, with tax: $4.99!
Don't forget to take a look at what other quiltmakers are working on at
Patchwork Times Design Wall Monday.