I was happy to get my hands on a 10 years of Magic panel from Ruby Star. As soon as I saw it go by in my IG stream, I thought it would be perfect for a making a quilt using economy blocks.
I am using all Ruby Star fabrics for these blocks - I've got a lot of it! Once all the cute prints are turned into economy blocks, I will make more blocks by just using the fabric itself.
At this point, I have about 50 blocks and kits made for about 13 more. This covers the tiny cute squares which will finish at 3" by 3".
Oddly for me, I've not really planned this out. I've got larger squares to turn into larger economy blocks but I've not done the math (😲!) nor have I figured out how many blocks I will actually need.
I've a retreat coming up later this month and making these blocks will be my focus!
I'm smiling... isn't it amazing how going on a quilt retreat impacts one's projects? Those economy blocks are adorable! Though, I know exactly what you mean about making blocks and not yet having a full picture of what the quilt might look like. I think it's a fun way to making something. Without a preconceived idea, you can enjoy the process and worry about the finish later. I've made quite a few three-inch blocks myself, freezer paper-pieced using Cassandra Beaver's "Twinkle" block - similar to an Economy block, but the inside shape is a diamond. It's a good way to use smaller fabric pieces. Have fun on your retreat! I"m going on one soon too, for a whole week! Lots of projects to plan ahead!
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