The amazing Chawne Kimber (@cauchycomplete) taught her class Adventures in Small Piecing for Triangle MQG this weekend. Chawne also shared a very thought provoking trunk show. It was amazing! (And, yes, I know I said that already.)
In our class, Chawne shared sample after sample of her work - each sample shared was smaller than the one before and many had pieces that finished at 1/8'' if not smaller. .
Then she turned us loose and encouraged us to go smaller and yet smaller again.
This is my piece. It is 6 " square! It was a bit of a race at the end in order to get the last bit sewn and attached but I did it.
Look how cool the back of the piece looks. I added a dime so you could truly appreciate the scale.
The process of creating was a bit of an organized mess - strips cut to the right side of the machine and the finger pressing and trimming as I go on the left side. I would press the piece after I sewed down each of those outside rows.
I think I spent the whole afternoon smiling because I was just having so much fun.
My inspiration for my piece was Chawne's piece shown below. What a thrill to have them next to each other!
If you ever have the opportunity to take a class from Chawne, do so! You will have a blast! She is not only talented but also such a warm, encouraging person. I am so happy I got a chance to meet her.
You can see more of our photos from the event here.
Have a wonderful day! Patty
Wow, your mini looks amazing, great class!
ReplyDeleteJust amazing teeny tiny piece--beautiful work on this hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteI have such a hard time believing that you made something so small - and that you enjoyed it. Hahaha I guess I think it must be hard. Although now that I'm thinking about it, I'm going to go put a 1/8 hem all around my fancy dress, about 5 1/2 yards, and I'll think that is fun. So maybe I should try doing a little mini quilt. Your little quilt is a beauty! And you did an excellent job!
ReplyDeleteWow...that's some tiny piecing.
ReplyDeleteThat's small! The result is lovely!
ReplyDeleteThose are some tiny pieces, looks like a fun time!!
ReplyDeletePlay time with fun colours!! Great job :)
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Your smile says it all! :-)
ReplyDeleteVery bright and fun. Sounds like a lot of time in your happy spot stitching this one up.
ReplyDeleteI love your block! The class looks like a lot of fun! it was cool to see your quilt next to Chawne's. I do enjoy making mini blocks!
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