Yeah! Block five is done and I am now working on the sixth and final block of Lollypop Trees. The pattern has many more blocks, including appliqued borders, but I have simplified my plans for this quilt.
It will be a wall hanging with two rows of three blocks. The blocks are large, so it will be a sizeable wall hanging and the plan is to hang it over our bed. The borders and sashing will be pieced. I still need to sit down and calculate the pattern for those – will probably recruit Hubby (the family math nerd) for some help. I also need to choose the two fabrics for the borders and sashings.
This applique project has been quite a commitment and I’ll admit, extremely enjoyable and satisfying. Above, my very first block was with a different background than what I’m using now. I switched gears, but will use this block for a pillow although the stitching is not quite complete. I will consider it a major accomplishment when complete, although I won’t be enjoying that moment for a while.
A HOT experience! A friend and I recently attended a hot glass demo workshop at Starworks in Star, NC. Fun experience! And look at the pretty glass paperweight I made! Not a craft I will pursue further, but how fun to participate it and be able to more fully appreciate this craft.
Joyce, the quilt blocks are amazing. And now you tried glass! You are amazing…keep feeding that creative person you are!
Jean
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The blocks are beautiful. Quite an accomplishment. Looking forward to seeing the finish. Gorgeous glass project, too!
Thank you! I’m looking forward to that finish too – will be a while!