It's A Schnibbles!

Because of those 120 exchange blocks hanging over my head, I had no intentions of doing this month's Schnibbles Canasta for the Another Year of Schnibbles Sew Along .

But I decided to check out the pattern just for the fun of it....
BIG mistake!
This is a brand, spankin' new pattern!

Carrie had this second version of Canasta made up in Jo Morton's Blue Variety fabrics. 

Well, you know I just happen to have a bin of Blue Variety burnin' to be made up into something cute. 

I love the little skinny accent border!

 So, of course, I downloaded the pattern which had instructions for a larger version requiring 61 blocks. I really loved the look of these little baskets, so I HAD to go for the larger version--right? 

My Canasta measures approximately 51" x 61".

I didn't end up doing the cute skinny accent border after all.

I had planned to make a square table topper with the accent border, twisting and turning the blocks so the top wouldn't be directional, but I decided I preferred my  blocks to all be standing upright.
That led to adding the top and bottom borders to make a nice sized rectangular throw.

There are narrow strips between the blocks to give them some space. 

The back and binding are ready to go.

I hate not getting this quilted right away. The last thing I need is another UFO! 

However, I am waiting for my HQ16 upgrades before I do anymore quilting.

They should be arriving any day now-- I can't wait!   

Don't forget to check out the Schnibbles parade at the end of the month at Sinta's and Sherri's blogs.

 It will be inspirational and a lot of fun!