Last month, I posted that all my double wedding rings blocks were done. (See that post).

Now I am happy to share that all my done blocks are all assembled together..... however, I decided to make more blocks.

The quilt top measures ~70" x 90".  The quilt top is actually laying sideways on the bed so you can tell that it isn't really hanging off the side edges.

I'll be adding 2 more rows to get it ~90" x 90". Originally, I was going to just put a strip of background fabric across the top and bottom. It looks fine in the photo and is fine if you want a quilt that is 108" long. But practically speaking, the way I use the quilt, 90-92" long would be perfect.

I am really happy with my sashing between the blocks. I think it makes the quilt more modern looking. It also avoided a lot of bulk at the seams and covers up the fact that ring dimensions can be slightly different than their neighbor.

My goal this week is to make the additional blocks - fingers crossed I have enough fabric - and then order what I need for backing fabric.

Have a wonderful day! Patty

Granny Square Update - My Beach Project

Last fall, I taught myself how to crochet. (Actually, I knew how to crochet as a teen but this was a long forgotten skill.) I bought a lots of 25g balls of cotton yarn and went on to make 169 granny squares.

We had our annual beach vacation in May. Typically, I bring along my sewing machine but this year, I decided to start the assembly process. It was a bit of a trial and error process for me but I am finally sort-of figured it out.

And I'm loving the way it looks. I've got 28 different colors to play with. Right now, I'm busy attaching the 7th row.

Having a handwork project at the beach turned out to be just perfect. I could sit on the deck and enjoy the view and still create.

Have a wonderful day! Patty

Small Projects - A Bag and A Name tag

I had the chance to spend a sew day with friends last week and I worked on two small projects.

The first was this Harry Potter themed zip bag for a sweet neighbor turning 8. Pattern is from SewHooked. The bag is 7" x 10".

Next up is a new name tag for guild meetings. I scored the letters at the Ruby Star booth in QuiltCon. They are from an upcoming fabric line. The nametag itself is ~ 4.5" x 5.5". My last nametag was from 2017 - here is that post. One of the main reasons why I have a blog is to be able to remind myself what I've made and when.

Have a wonderful day! Patty