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| So far, it has been pretty easy to keep up with the 365 Challenge blocks--the blocks have been very simple--except for the bonus block in the center. One day, when I don't feel like making the daily block, this one will be waiting in the wings. Eventually, I think I will collect the patterns for a week and stitch up all seven in one day. |
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| The 2016 ThimbleCreek mystery also started on New Year's Day. Sign up for their Gazette so you can get the clues. These blocks were a challenge for me, since I'm a huge Square in a Square hater--and they hate me. I was going to sit this sew-along out, but of course I caved--no willpower whatsoever. I'm going to use my Kim Diehl scraps and some of my Zen Chic Paper backgrounds. |
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| I've made a lot of progress on my Slow Stitching--just a few sunflowers to stitch around on How Does Your Garden Grow. Then there's that pile of little circles that go in the sunflower centers and a few blue butterflies, as well as lots of detail stitching in the leaves and banner. It should keep me busy for a month of Sunday's, at least! |
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Your 365Challenge blocks look great! I'm taking part in this one also!
ReplyDeleteFabulous start to the new year. Your first blocks for 365 look great! Hope you are able to keep it going for the next 362 days!
ReplyDeleteI like seeing all your WIP and the progess being made. I'm esp. interest in your HOw Your Garden Grows. :)
ReplyDeleteLove those mystery blocks... I love a square in a square!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your seed stitching!
I'm doing the 365 blocks too. The blocks are pretty easy so far seeing they are 3" finished. The challenge block was a real challenge...lol. Yours is beautiful. Hugs
ReplyDeleteGreat start to your New Year, I love those square in sqare blocks you have done, and the Sunflowers are pretty, I like the project for 365 challenge too, Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blocks and great way to start a day. 7 blocks in a day is a big goal. I think I've only done that when I was focused, at a quilting retreat.
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These blocks are all beautiful and it is nice to see sunflowers in the winter :)
ReplyDeleteI think I'd have to approach the 365 quilt by sewing a weeks worth of blocks at a time. It would be a time saver. I'm thinking about the Thinblecreek mystery and I'll probably do it, but I'm thinking more modern colors. We'll see. Your sunflowers seem like the perfect stitching for a slow Sunday. Have fun.
ReplyDeleteI don't know if I will ever be able to do a challenge quilt. It would really stress me to fall behind and I know that, right now at least, I do not have the time to complete a block a day. Your projects are beautiful. I love the fabrics you are using for the square in a square blocks.
ReplyDeleteI love all of your blocks. It looks like you have been busy! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteLove the sunflowers. Your square in a square look great.
ReplyDeleteI have joined challenge quilt which I`m using my `French General reds and teals left over from a lovely SAL I did with Chookyblue last year. Plus love the look of Thimblecreek Mystery so will join in with this using `Thimble Berries fabrics. Happy Stitching.
ReplyDeleteYou are starting the New Year off with a productive bang
ReplyDeleteFun to see your 365 blocks. Thimblecreek has another tempting mystery I see. I am determined to make some big finishes in 2016 so I'm staying focused. It will be fun to follow your progress :0)
ReplyDeleteYou may hate square in a square, but those blocks look great!
ReplyDeleteFrom the looks of your SIAS blocks you would never guess that the two of you don't get along. : )
ReplyDeleteI admire you for tackling the 365 Challenge. I've noticed a few others doing it. I will cheer you on, but could never keep up with something like that.
Love the sunflowers--very cute!
Your blocks all look great! Loving them so far!!
ReplyDeleteAll of your blocks are great, all perfectly pieced! Off to a great start for 2016!
ReplyDeleteI love your sunflower project -- and the blue butterflies -- so fun! Your ongoing projects are awesome -- good challenges for 2016!! :)
ReplyDeleteFor fun, I made the New Year block. It ended up 3 1/2 inches by 3 1/4" unfinished. Had to go back and re-sew two seams. I made a decision that I would rather do the Dear Jane blocks I have been going to do for years now. I will watch your progress.
ReplyDeleteI just knew you would cave in and do the Thimble Creek mystery quilt.