Thursday, August 29, 2013

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 .

Image of Canasta PDF ~ No. 472
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. 


Image of Canasta PDF ~ No. 472
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! 

7 comments:

  1. Wow! I'm hanging my head in shame thinking I only had time to do the small version... I love this one! It is so crisp and fresh! Great job!

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  2. OMG LoVE this, it looks wonderful in blue and white
    thanks I think you just added another quilt project to my list.
    Love Carries pattern they are so well written.
    Kathie

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  3. Your Canasta quilt is absolutely gorgeous, I just love the colours and fabrics that you ave used. The baskets look great all lined up in the same direction.

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  4. Wonderful. And I love the little strips between the blocks to space them out. Just lovely use of those great blue fabrics!!!!

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  5. GORGEOUS!!!! Your blue version is just beautiful!!!

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  6. Karen, your Canasta in the blues and creams is stunning!

    My Quilting Journey

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