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.
Well how smart!!! I know it will feel good to have those blocks all done with they come due and not worry about getting them out on time!
ReplyDeleteGotta love thrift stores! I shop mostly at Goodwill because we have great GW stores here in middle Tennessee and they have sales each week, so I can often find wonderful items for next to nothing. Of course, the best thing is that it leaves more $$$ for fabric!
Wow what lovely blocks you made this week, quite a nice variety. The corner stone ones really shine in the mix. I also really like block 2 in the first row. They are all quite lovely.
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Nan -- way to get the jump on those birthday blocks -- that will make sending them out each much all the funner! Nice thrift shop finds!! At prices like that, adding to the stash is definitely not a bad thing!! (Oh, I wanted to make sure that I tell you how much I really like the look of your blog, too!) :)
ReplyDeleteJust lovely birthday blocks, the stars are great. I also like the chain link one. Wish we had such wonderful thrift stores around here, bargains are greatly appreciated arounds.
ReplyDeleteYou've been productive. I like the idea of doing things in advance...but I am a world class procrastinator! I think I'll try to plan and do ahead a bit more! You will be my inspiration. LOL
ReplyDeleteWell done. that was a really good idea.
ReplyDeleteyour blocks are lovely.
Beautiful blocks! Love that pattern. :o)
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